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Staff Sergeant John D. Martek Purple Heart Restoration Act

4/17/2025, 10:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2719

The "Staff Sergeant John D. Martek Purple Heart Restoration Act" (H.R. 2719) was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 8, 2025. The bill aims to restore the recognition of Staff Sergeant John D. Martek's Purple Heart award. Updates on the bill were recorded on April 17, 2025.

Congressional Summary of HR 2719

Staff Sergeant John D. Martek Purple Heart Restoration Act

This bill provides for the awarding of the Purple Heart to veterans who experienced a traumatic brain injury on or after December 7, 1941, that is attributable to an act of an enemy of the United States. To be eligible, such veterans must have a service-connected disability attributable to the brain injury or have a military record demonstrating the occurrence of the brain injury.

The bill requires the military departments to (1) establish a process for persons to submit applications for the awarding of the Purple Heart to such veterans, and (2) award the Purple Heart to qualifying applicants regardless of the date of the brain injury.

Current Status of Bill HR 2719

Bill HR 2719 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 8, 2025. Bill HR 2719 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 8, 2025.  Bill HR 2719's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of April 8, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2719

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2719

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2719

To provide for the awarding of the Purple Heart to certain veterans who experienced a traumatic brain injury, and for other purposes.
To provide for the awarding of the Purple Heart to certain veterans who experienced a traumatic brain injury, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Blair Glover

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7 months ago

I'm so glad this bill is passing! It's about time we show some respect to our veterans and honor their sacrifices. This is a step in the right direction for our country. Can't wait to see the positive impact it has on our community. #SupportOurTroops #PurpleHeartAct