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Korean American VALOR Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 366
The Korean American VALOR Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 366, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. This bill aims to recognize and honor the contributions of Korean Americans who served in the United States Armed Forces during the Korean War.
The Korean American VALOR Act seeks to provide official recognition to Korean American veterans who fought in the Korean War, ensuring that their service and sacrifices are not forgotten. The bill also aims to highlight the important role that Korean Americans played in defending democracy and freedom during the conflict.
Additionally, the Korean American VALOR Act includes provisions to support educational programs and initiatives that promote awareness of the contributions of Korean American veterans. This includes efforts to preserve the history and legacy of Korean American service members who fought in the Korean War. Overall, the Korean American VALOR Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the bravery and dedication of Korean American veterans who served in the US Armed Forces during the Korean War. By recognizing their contributions and sacrifices, this legislation aims to ensure that their legacy is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
The Korean American VALOR Act seeks to provide official recognition to Korean American veterans who fought in the Korean War, ensuring that their service and sacrifices are not forgotten. The bill also aims to highlight the important role that Korean Americans played in defending democracy and freedom during the conflict.
Additionally, the Korean American VALOR Act includes provisions to support educational programs and initiatives that promote awareness of the contributions of Korean American veterans. This includes efforts to preserve the history and legacy of Korean American service members who fought in the Korean War. Overall, the Korean American VALOR Act is a bipartisan effort to honor the bravery and dedication of Korean American veterans who served in the US Armed Forces during the Korean War. By recognizing their contributions and sacrifices, this legislation aims to ensure that their legacy is remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of HR 366
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act or the Korean American VALOR Act
This act expands eligibility for specified Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits (e.g., medical and dental care) to certain veterans of the armed forces of South Korea who served in Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, or during a time period determined by the VA.
The act authorizes the VA to furnish such benefits under an existing law, which requires (1) a request by South Korea, and (2) a reciprocity agreement that provides for reimbursement of expenses incurred by the VA for the provision of care.
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Current Status of Bill HR 366
Bill HR 366 is currently in the status of Signed by President since November 13, 2023. Bill HR 366 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2023. Bill HR 366's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 118-20. as of November 13, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 366
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 366
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- Conflicts and wars
- Health care coverage and access
- Hospital care
- South Korea
- Veterans' medical care
- Vietnam
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 366
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
To amend title 38, United States Code, to treat certain individuals who served in Vietnam as a member of the armed forces of the Republic of Korea as a veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States for purposes of the provision of health care by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
Korean American VALOR Act
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