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Extending VA Health Care Benefits to Korean Vietnam War Allies.

This bill grants access to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care for individuals who served in Vietnam as members of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Korea. This change means these veterans, who fought alongside US troops, will be treated as US Armed Forces veterans solely for the purpose of receiving medical benefits. This significantly improves their access to necessary health services.
Key points
Korean Armed Forces members who served in Vietnam between 1962 and 1975 become eligible for VA health care.
These individuals will be treated the same as US veterans regarding access to medical benefits, subject to existing conditions and reciprocity requirements.
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Print number: 118_S_2648
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Korean American VALOR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2648.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Korean Armed Forces members who served in Vietnam between 1962 and 1975 become eligible for VA health care.
  • These individuals will be treated the same as US veterans regarding access to medical benefits, subject to existing conditions and reciprocity requirements.
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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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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