MEDAL Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-05-22T12:18:15Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 214 MEDAL Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/22/2025, 12:18 PM

Summary of Bill S 214

Bill 119 s 214, also known as the "Medal of Honor Pension Improvement Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to make changes to title 38 of the United States Code. Specifically, the bill seeks to increase the special pension that is currently paid to recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration awarded by the US government.

The bill proposes to raise the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients, in order to provide them with increased financial support and recognition for their extraordinary acts of valor and sacrifice. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for other purposes related to the special pension, although specific details on these purposes are not provided in the summary.

Overall, the Bill 119 s 214 is focused on honoring and supporting Medal of Honor recipients by increasing the pension they receive, and it is intended to provide them with additional financial assistance and recognition for their heroic actions.

Congressional Summary of S 214

Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends Act of 2025 or the MEDAL Act of 2025

This bill increases the monthly special pension for living Medal of Honor recipients from $1,406.73 to $8,333.33 and establishes a rate of $1,406.73 for the monthly special pension for surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients. Both amounts must be adjusted annually for inflation.

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Current Status of Bill S 214

Bill S 214 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2025. Bill S 214 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2025. Bill S 214's most recent activity was Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. as of May 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 214

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 214

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Inflation and prices

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 214

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients, and for other purposes.