arrow_back Back to App

Transparency and Equality: Reporting Disparities in Veteran Disability Benefits.

This Act mandates government agencies (GAO and VA) to collect and publish detailed data on racial, ethnic, and gender disparities in veterans' access to disability benefits. The goal is to identify and eliminate systemic inequalities that result in certain veteran groups being less likely to have their benefit claims approved. Consequently, veterans can expect greater fairness and transparency in the process of applying for financial support.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must create and implement a public, three-year plan to address the identified causes of inequality in benefit approval rates.
Mandate to collect 15 years of historical data on the characterization of discharge and its impact on benefit access, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender.
Increased transparency and accountability in the benefits system, ensuring all veterans have an equal chance of receiving the support they are entitled to.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8381
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2024-05-14
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STRIVE Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8381.

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 2024-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must create and implement a public, three-year plan to address the identified causes of inequality in benefit approval rates.
  • Mandate to collect 15 years of historical data on the characterization of discharge and its impact on benefit access, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender.
  • Increased transparency and accountability in the benefits system, ensuring all veterans have an equal chance of receiving the support they are entitled to.
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. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

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.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Security