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Forgiveness of Military Retired Pay Overpayments to Grieving Families.

This Act protects the families of deceased service members from the immediate burden of repaying military retired pay overpayments deposited into a joint account after the date of death. It mandates the forgiveness of such overpayments or allows for an offset mechanism, providing financial relief during a difficult time. These changes apply to payments made to individuals who die on or after the date the Act is enacted.
Key points
Overpayments of military retired pay deposited into a joint account after the recipient's death will be forgiven by the Secretary of Defense.
If the deceased was covered by the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), the overpayment may be offset by reducing the first 12 annuity payments to the beneficiary by one-twelfth of the overpayment.
The law applies to payments made to individuals who die on or after the enactment date, ensuring immediate support for affected military families.
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Print number: 118_HR_3232
Sponsor: Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Respect for Grieving Military Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3232.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Overpayments of military retired pay deposited into a joint account after the recipient's death will be forgiven by the Secretary of Defense.
  • If the deceased was covered by the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), the overpayment may be offset by reducing the first 12 annuity payments to the beneficiary by one-twelfth of the overpayment.
  • The law applies to payments made to individuals who die on or after the enactment date, ensuring immediate support for affected military families.
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 Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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