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Wounded Warrior Rights: Stronger Accountability and Due Process in Medical Separation.

This act strengthens the rights of service members undergoing medical separation (IDES) by ensuring that decisions about their fitness for duty remain under the military chain of command, rather than medical agencies. It establishes a new, additional right for Wounded Warriors to demand a full and fair hearing if they appeal a medical separation determination. These changes aim to provide better legal protection and greater control over their professional future for injured service members.
Key points
Fitness for duty decisions for Wounded Warriors must be made by the military chain of command, not the Defense Health Agency.
Service members gain a new, separate right to demand a full and fair hearing when appealing a medical separation decision.
Military commanders maintain complete operational control over the disability evaluation process at every stage.
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Print number: 118_S_1598
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1598.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Fitness for duty decisions for Wounded Warriors must be made by the military chain of command, not the Defense Health Agency.
  • Service members gain a new, separate right to demand a full and fair hearing when appealing a medical separation decision.
  • Military commanders maintain complete operational control over the disability evaluation process at every stage.
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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

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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