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Extending Benefits Deadline for Surviving Spouses of Gulf War Veterans.

This bill extends the deadline for surviving spouses of Persian Gulf War veterans to claim certain benefits administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It replaces the fixed cutoff date of January 1, 2001, with a new date calculated as ten years and one day after the official termination of the Persian Gulf War. This change ensures that more eligible surviving families have access to crucial financial and support benefits.
Key points
Significantly extends the eligibility window (delimiting date) for certain VA benefits for surviving spouses of Gulf War veterans.
Replaces the fixed deadline (January 1, 2001) with a flexible date tied to the official end of the Persian Gulf War plus ten years and one day.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6812
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Process start date: 2025-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gulf War Survivor Benefits Update Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6812.

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 2025-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Significantly extends the eligibility window (delimiting date) for certain VA benefits for surviving spouses of Gulf War veterans.
  • Replaces the fixed deadline (January 1, 2001) with a flexible date tied to the official end of the Persian Gulf War plus ten years and one day.
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. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1].

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 2026-01-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Benefits Family