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GUARD VA Benefits Act
3/8/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1139
The GUARD VA Benefits Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1139, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve and expand benefits for members of the National Guard and Reserves who have served in the military.
One of the key provisions of the GUARD VA Benefits Act is to ensure that National Guard and Reserve members who have been called to active duty receive the same benefits as their active duty counterparts. This includes access to healthcare, education benefits, and other support services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for National Guard and Reserve members to access VA benefits, making it easier for them to receive the assistance they need. This includes improving communication between the VA and the National Guard and Reserves, as well as providing additional resources to help these individuals navigate the VA system. Overall, the GUARD VA Benefits Act seeks to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of National Guard and Reserve members by ensuring they have access to the same benefits and support services as active duty military personnel. This legislation is important for ensuring that all members of the military receive the care and assistance they deserve for their service to our country.
One of the key provisions of the GUARD VA Benefits Act is to ensure that National Guard and Reserve members who have been called to active duty receive the same benefits as their active duty counterparts. This includes access to healthcare, education benefits, and other support services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for National Guard and Reserve members to access VA benefits, making it easier for them to receive the assistance they need. This includes improving communication between the VA and the National Guard and Reserves, as well as providing additional resources to help these individuals navigate the VA system. Overall, the GUARD VA Benefits Act seeks to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of National Guard and Reserve members by ensuring they have access to the same benefits and support services as active duty military personnel. This legislation is important for ensuring that all members of the military receive the care and assistance they deserve for their service to our country.
Congressional Summary of HR 1139
Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding VA Benefits Act or the GUARD VA Benefits Act
This bill imposes fines on individuals for soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. The attempted commission of such offenses is also punishable by fine.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1139
Bill HR 1139 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1139 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1139's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of March 29, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1139
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
330Democrat Cosponsors
230Republican Cosponsors
100Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1139
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1139
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