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Military Widows Retain Benefits After Remarriage: SBP and DIC Equity.

This law ensures that surviving spouses of service members (Gold Star Spouses) will not lose critical financial benefits, such as the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), solely because they remarry. The change removes previous age restrictions that caused payments to stop upon entering a new marriage. Furthermore, individuals who previously lost these benefits due to remarriage will have their payments resumed.
Key points
Continued eligibility for the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity for military surviving spouses, regardless of remarriage.
Continued eligibility for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for surviving spouses, even if they remarry.
Resumption of SBP and DIC payments for individuals who lost benefits due to remarriage prior to the law's enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_854
Sponsor: Rep. Waltz, Michael [R-FL-6]
Process start date: 2023-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_854.

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 2023-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Continued eligibility for the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity for military surviving spouses, regardless of remarriage.
  • Continued eligibility for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for surviving spouses, even if they remarry.
  • Resumption of SBP and DIC payments for individuals who lost benefits due to remarriage prior to the law's enactment.
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. Waltz, Michael [R-FL-6].

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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