United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023

12/14/2023, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3428

Bill 118 hr 3428, also known as the United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023, aims to recognize and honor the service of the Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II. The Cadet Nurse Corps was a program established in 1943 to address the shortage of nurses during the war.

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.

Current Status of Bill HR 3428

Bill HR 3428 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3428 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023.  Bill HR 3428's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3428

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3428

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3428

United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes.
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