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Korean American VALOR Act

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 2648

The Korean American VALOR Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2648, 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 bill specifically focuses on providing recognition and benefits to Korean American veterans who may not have received the recognition they deserve for their service. It seeks to ensure that these veterans are properly honored for their sacrifices and contributions to the defense of the United States.

Additionally, the Korean American VALOR Act aims to provide educational opportunities and resources for Korean American veterans and their families. This includes access to educational programs, job training, and other support services to help veterans transition back into civilian life. Overall, the Korean American VALOR Act is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge the service and sacrifices of Korean American veterans and provide them with the support and recognition they deserve. It highlights the important role that Korean Americans have played in defending the United States and aims to ensure that their contributions are properly recognized and honored.

Congressional Summary of S 2648

Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act or the Korean American VALOR Act

This bill 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 bill 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 S 2648

Bill S 2648 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2648 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023.  Bill S 2648's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2648

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2648

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2648

Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American VALOR Act
Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
A bill 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.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2648

Mike Braun
Mike Braun
IndianaRepublican
Mazie K. Hirono
Mazie K. Hirono
HawaiiDemocrat

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