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Major Richard Star Act
12/15/2023, 3:55 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1282
The Major Richard Star Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1282, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill is named after Major Richard Star, a decorated military officer who tragically lost his life in combat.
The purpose of the Major Richard Star Act is to provide additional support and benefits to the families of service members who are killed in the line of duty. Specifically, the bill aims to increase the amount of financial assistance available to these families, as well as provide them with access to additional resources and support services.
If passed, the Major Richard Star Act would ensure that the families of fallen service members receive the recognition and support they deserve for the sacrifices made by their loved ones. This bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of honoring and supporting the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Overall, the Major Richard Star Act seeks to provide much-needed assistance to the families of fallen service members, ensuring that they are taken care of and supported in the wake of their loss. This legislation represents a bipartisan effort to honor the sacrifices made by military families and ensure that they receive the support they need during difficult times.
The purpose of the Major Richard Star Act is to provide additional support and benefits to the families of service members who are killed in the line of duty. Specifically, the bill aims to increase the amount of financial assistance available to these families, as well as provide them with access to additional resources and support services.
If passed, the Major Richard Star Act would ensure that the families of fallen service members receive the recognition and support they deserve for the sacrifices made by their loved ones. This bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of honoring and supporting the families of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Overall, the Major Richard Star Act seeks to provide much-needed assistance to the families of fallen service members, ensuring that they are taken care of and supported in the wake of their loss. This legislation represents a bipartisan effort to honor the sacrifices made by military families and ensure that they receive the support they need during difficult times.
Congressional Summary of HR 1282
Major Richard Star Act
This bill provides that combat-disabled uniformed services retirees 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 1282
Bill HR 1282 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill HR 1282 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2023. Bill HR 1282's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 117. as of July 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1282
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
652Democrat Cosponsors
394Republican Cosponsors
258Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1282
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Disability and paralysis
- Military personnel and dependents
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1282
Major Richard Star Act
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
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1282
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