Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2015

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1085 Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2015 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.

1/11/2023, 1:27 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1085

Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2015

Expands eligibility for the family caregiver program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include members of the Armed Forces or veterans who are seriously injured or who became ill on active duty prior to September 11, 2001 (currently, limited to service after September 11, 2001).

Expands services to caregivers of veterans under such program to include child care services, financial planning services, and legal services.

Terminates the support program for caregivers of covered veterans on October 1, 2020, except that any caregiver activities carried out on September 30, 2020, shall be continued on and after October 1, 2020.

Authorizes the transfer of entitlement to post 9/11 education assistance to family members by veterans who are retired for a physical disability or who are seriously injured veterans in need of family caregiver services, without regard to length-of-service requirements.

Authorizes the VA Secretary to pay monthly special compensation to seriously injured or ill veterans in need of personal care services and to their caregivers.

Authorizes flexible work schedules or telework for federal employees who are caregivers of veterans.

Amends the Public Health Service Act to designate a veteran participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers as an adult with a special need for purposes of the lifespan respite care program.

Establishes in the executive branch an interagency working group to review and report on policies relating to the caregivers of veterans and members of the Armed Forces.

Directs the Secretary to provide for studies on members of the Armed Forces who commenced service after September 11, 2001, and veterans who have incurred a serious injury or illness, including a mental health injury, and their caregivers.

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Current Status of Bill S 1085

Bill S 1085 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 23, 2015. Bill S 1085 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on April 23, 2015. Bill S 1085's most recent activity was Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-186. as of June 24, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1085

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1085

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Child care and developmentCongressional oversightDisability and paralysisEmployee leaveExecutive agency funding and structureFinancial services and investmentsGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment studies and investigationsLawyers and legal servicesMental healthMilitary personnel and dependentsNeurological disordersStudent aid and college costsVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVeterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1085

Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2015A bill to expand eligibility for the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers of the Department of Veterans Affairs, to expand benefits available to participants under such program, to enhance special compensation for members of the uniformed services who require assistance in everyday life, and for other purposes.Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2015

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