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Strengthening benefits for Vietnam veterans' children with spina bifida.

This bill aims to improve healthcare and benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida. It introduces lifelong support, regardless of a parent's death, and establishes care coordination teams and an advisory council to better address the needs of these families.
Key points
Children of veterans with spina bifida will receive healthcare and benefits for their entire lives, even after a parent's death.
Special teams will be created to regularly contact families, ensuring continuous care and assistance with changing needs.
An advisory council composed of federal employees will be established to gather feedback from families and relay it to the Secretary, improving the support system.
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Print number: 118_HR_3888
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Process start date: 2023-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to strengthen benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3888.

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 2023-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children of veterans with spina bifida will receive healthcare and benefits for their entire lives, even after a parent's death.
  • Special teams will be created to regularly contact families, ensuring continuous care and assistance with changing needs.
  • An advisory council composed of federal employees will be established to gather feedback from families and relay it to the Secretary, improving the support system.
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. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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