Increased Support for Families of Civil Servants Killed in Duty
This act increases financial benefits for families of federal civil servants who die in the line of duty. It includes higher one-time death gratuities and increased funeral allowances, aiming to provide better financial support during difficult times.
Key points
Increased death gratuity for families of federal civil servants to $100,000, with annual adjustments.
Raised funeral expense reimbursement to $8,800, also with annual adjustments.
Established clear rules for gratuity inheritance, prioritizing designated beneficiaries, spouses, children, and then parents.
Stipulated that death gratuity payments are exempt from income tax.
Provision for additional funds in cases of mass tragedies like natural disasters or acts of terrorism.
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