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Housing Allowance and Mental Health Support for Junior Sailors.

This law introduces two key changes aimed at improving the living conditions and mental health support for junior sailors. It authorizes a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for lower-ranking sailors (E-1 to E-5) without dependents when their vessel is undergoing maintenance and quarters are unavailable. Additionally, it increases the number of licensed mental health counselors available on large naval vessels like aircraft carriers and amphibious ships.
Key points
Financial Relief: Junior enlisted sailors (E-1 to E-5) without dependents may receive a temporary housing allowance if their ship is undergoing maintenance and they lack adequate on-base housing.
Increased Mental Health Access: The number of deployed resiliency counselors is increased to two per nuclear aircraft carrier or large deck amphibious ship, enhancing psychological support for the crew.
Temporary Benefit: The housing allowance is temporary and ends once the vessel maintenance is completed, ensuring financial support during periods of displacement.
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Print number: 118_S_1556
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Seaman Xavier Sandor Support for Sailors Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1556.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial Relief: Junior enlisted sailors (E-1 to E-5) without dependents may receive a temporary housing allowance if their ship is undergoing maintenance and they lack adequate on-base housing.
  • Increased Mental Health Access: The number of deployed resiliency counselors is increased to two per nuclear aircraft carrier or large deck amphibious ship, enhancing psychological support for the crew.
  • Temporary Benefit: The housing allowance is temporary and ends once the vessel maintenance is completed, ensuring financial support during periods of displacement.
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 Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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