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Act to double death benefits for families of fallen service members

This bill doubles the one-time payment provided to survivors of deceased military members and introduces annual inflation adjustments. It aims to provide stronger financial support to families of those who lose their lives in service.
Key points
Increases the death gratuity payment from $100,000 to $200,000.
Adds an annual cost-of-living adjustment based on inflation starting in 2027.
Applies to deaths occurring on or after January 1, 2026.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7932
Sponsor: Rep. Van Epps, Matt [R-TN-7]
Process start date: 2026-03-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HONOR Gold Star Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7932.

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 2026-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the death gratuity payment from $100,000 to $200,000.
  • Adds an annual cost-of-living adjustment based on inflation starting in 2027.
  • Applies to deaths occurring on or after January 1, 2026.
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. Van Epps, Matt [R-TN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-13.

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.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Family