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Combat-Injured Veterans Under 20 Years Service Get Full Retirement and Disability Pay.

This law ends the financial offset for veterans who retired early due to combat-related injuries, but served less than 20 years. Previously, their military retirement pay was reduced by the amount of their disability compensation. Now, eligible veterans will receive both their full retirement pay and their VA disability benefits simultaneously, significantly increasing their monthly income.
Key points
Eliminates the reduction (offset) between military retired pay and VA disability compensation for veterans with combat-related disabilities.
Applies specifically to veterans retired due to disability who served less than 20 years.
Increases the monthly financial benefits for thousands of combat-injured veterans, effective the first month after enactment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_344
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Major Richard Star Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_344.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates the reduction (offset) between military retired pay and VA disability compensation for veterans with combat-related disabilities.
  • Applies specifically to veterans retired due to disability who served less than 20 years.
  • Increases the monthly financial benefits for thousands of combat-injured veterans, effective the first month after enactment.
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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

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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