Military Survivor Benefits Improvement Act of 2001

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Explore the details of House Bill 548 Military Survivor Benefits Improvement Act of 2001 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/16/2023, 11:18 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 548

Military Survivor Benefits Improvement Act of 2001 - Adjusts the basic Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity amount for surviving spouses, age 62 or over, of former military personnel to: (1) 35 percent of the retired pay of the decedent (current law), for months beginning on or before the enactment of this Act; (2) 40 percent of such pay, for months beginning after enactment of this Act until October 2004; (3) 45 percent of such pay for months beginning after September 2004 and before October 2011; and (4) 55 percent of such pay for months after September 2011.

Adjusts similarly the percentage amounts of SBP supplemental annuity authorized to be provided for such surviving spouses.

Directs the Secretary of Defense to ensure appropriate adjustments in the computation of retired pay reductions for such supplemental annuities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 548

Bill HR 548 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 8, 2001. Bill HR 548 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the House on February 8, 2001. Bill HR 548's most recent activity was Executive Comment Requested from DOD. as of March 1, 2001

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 548

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Total Number of Cosponsors

194

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 548

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

AnnuitiesFamiliesLabor and EmploymentMilitary pensionsSurvivors' benefitsWidowersWidowsWomen

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 548

Military Survivor Benefits Improvement Act of 2001To amend title 10, United States Code, to increase the minimum Survivor Benefit Plan basic annuity for surviving spouses age 62 and older, and for other purposes.Military Survivor Benefits Improvement Act of 2001

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