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United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023
3/12/2024, 12:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 1633
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 award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Cadet Nurse Corps members in recognition of their service. This prestigious award is meant to honor their commitment to serving their country during a time of great need. Overall, Bill 118 s 1633 seeks to pay tribute to the Cadet Nurse Corps members and ensure that their contributions to the war effort are remembered and celebrated for generations to come.
Congressional Summary of S 1633
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 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.
