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Increased Benefits for Surviving Spouses of Veterans Who Died from ALS.

This bill ensures greater financial support for surviving spouses of veterans who died from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The change guarantees that spouses receive increased Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) regardless of how long the veteran had the disease before death. These provisions apply retroactively to deaths occurring on or after October 1, 2022, enhancing financial security for these families.
Key points
Surviving spouses of veterans who died from ALS will receive increased Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC).
The requirement regarding the minimum duration of the veteran's ALS illness to qualify for increased aid is removed.
The changes are retroactive, covering veteran deaths occurring on or after October 1, 2022.
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Print number: 118_S_1590
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1590.

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:

  • Surviving spouses of veterans who died from ALS will receive increased Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC).
  • The requirement regarding the minimum duration of the veteran's ALS illness to qualify for increased aid is removed.
  • The changes are retroactive, covering veteran deaths occurring on or after October 1, 2022.
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. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE].

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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