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United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023
12/14/2023, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 3428
The bill seeks to provide official recognition to the Cadet Nurse Corps members for their contributions to the war effort and their dedication to providing essential healthcare services. It also aims to acknowledge the sacrifices and hardships endured by these nurses during their service.
Additionally, the bill proposes to establish a national day of recognition for the Cadet Nurse Corps, in order to raise awareness of their important role in history and to honor their legacy. This day would serve as a reminder of the dedication and bravery of these nurses during a critical time in our nation's history. Overall, the United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023 seeks to pay tribute to the Cadet Nurse Corps members and ensure that their service is not forgotten. It highlights the vital role that these nurses played in supporting the war effort and providing essential healthcare services to those in need.
Congressional Summary of HR 3428
United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023
This bill recognizes service as a member of the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps between July 1, 1943, and December 31, 1948, as active duty service. The active duty designation entitles qualifying individuals to certain benefits afforded to veterans, such as burial benefits (not including interment or inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery) and honorary veteran status.
Under the bill, the Department of Defense (DOD) must issue individuals who served in the corps during the specified period a discharge from their service under honorable conditions if such a discharge is warranted based on the duration and nature of the service.
Such individuals are not entitled to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits aside from those related to burials and memorials.
The bill also authorizes DOD to produce a service medal or other commendation, memorial plaque, or grave marker to honor the individuals.
