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Veteran Military Sexual Trauma: Retroactive Health Benefits Payments

This bill aims to provide retroactive health benefit payments to veterans who experienced military sexual trauma. If their claim for compensation for related health conditions is approved, they will receive payments calculated from the day after their discharge from service. This offers crucial financial support to affected veterans.
Key points
Veterans with approved claims for health conditions due to military sexual trauma will receive retroactive payments.
Payments will be calculated from the day after the veteran's discharge from military service.
The act covers both mental health conditions and physical injuries or diseases resulting from military sexual trauma.
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Print number: 118_HR_6023
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2023-10-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Restitution and Justice Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6023.

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 2023-10-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with approved claims for health conditions due to military sexual trauma will receive retroactive payments.
  • Payments will be calculated from the day after the veteran's discharge from military service.
  • The act covers both mental health conditions and physical injuries or diseases resulting from military sexual trauma.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

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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Benefits Health