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Increased Benefits for Veterans and Families Starting December 2022

This act increases benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities and for the families of deceased veterans. The changes will take effect on December 1, 2022, with the increase matching the Social Security benefit adjustment, helping to align support with living costs.
Key points
Increased benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities effective December 1, 2022.
Increased benefits for surviving spouses and children of deceased veterans effective December 1, 2022.
The increase amount will be tied to the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment to help with inflation.
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Print number: 117_S_4223
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2022-05-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4223.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities effective December 1, 2022.
  • Increased benefits for surviving spouses and children of deceased veterans effective December 1, 2022.
  • The increase amount will be tied to the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment to help with inflation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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