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Job Services Extended to Surviving and Disabled Veterans' Spouses.

This law expands access to specialized job counseling and career placement services previously available mainly to veterans. Surviving spouses of service members who died on duty (Gold Star Spouses) and spouses of certain disabled veterans will now be eligible for this employment assistance. This change aims to provide crucial support for these individuals re-entering or navigating the job market.
Key points
Gold Star Spouses (spouses of those who died while serving) gain eligibility for the Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program services.
Spouses of certain disabled veterans are also included in the specialized career counseling program.
The program offers targeted services, such as job search assistance and training, previously focused primarily on veterans themselves.
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Print number: 118_HR_9188
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2024-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gold Star and Surviving Spouse Career Services Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9188.

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 2024-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Gold Star Spouses (spouses of those who died while serving) gain eligibility for the Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program services.
  • Spouses of certain disabled veterans are also included in the specialized career counseling program.
  • The program offers targeted services, such as job search assistance and training, previously focused primarily on veterans themselves.
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. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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