Major Richard Star Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 5995 Major Richard Star Act 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.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5995

Major Richard Star Act

This bill provides that a combat-disabled uniformed services retiree with fewer than 20 years of creditable service may concurrently receive, without reduction

veterans' disability compensation, and
retired pay or combat-related special compensation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5995

Bill HR 5995 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2020. Bill HR 5995 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2020. Bill HR 5995's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of March 9, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5995

Total Number of Sponsors

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Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

101

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Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5995

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis

- Military personnel and dependents

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5995

Major Richard Star Act

To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand eligibility to certain military retirees for concurrent receipt of veterans' disability compensation and retired pay or combat-related special compensation, and for other purposes.

Major Richard Star Act