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Ending Bonus Repayment for Service Members Separated Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal.

This bill eliminates the requirement for former Armed Forces members, who were discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, to repay any received bonuses. Furthermore, any service member who already repaid a portion of their bonus will be reimbursed for that amount. This provides financial relief and terminates existing debt obligations for this specific group.
Key points
Former service members discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine are no longer required to repay recruitment or retention bonuses.
Any money already repaid by these individuals must be reimbursed by the government.
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Print number: 118_S_4754
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2024-07-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to terminate the obligation to repay bonuses of former members of the Armed Forces separated for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4754.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Former service members discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine are no longer required to repay recruitment or retention bonuses.
  • Any money already repaid by these individuals must be reimbursed by the government.
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. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

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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