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Increased Benefits for Disabled Veterans

This act aims to increase financial support for retired service members with disabilities. It allows more veterans to receive both their military retired pay and disability compensation concurrently, improving their financial well-being.
Key points
Veterans with service-connected disabilities rated less than 50% will be able to receive both retired pay and disability compensation.
Disabled retirees with less than 20 years of service will also become eligible for concurrent receipt of both benefits.
The changes will take effect on the first day of the first month after the act's enactment, applying to payments from that date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_333
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_333.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with service-connected disabilities rated less than 50% will be able to receive both retired pay and disability compensation.
  • Disabled retirees with less than 20 years of service will also become eligible for concurrent receipt of both benefits.
  • The changes will take effect on the first day of the first month after the act's enactment, applying to payments from that date.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Bishop, Sanford D. [D-GA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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