The Major Richard Star Act.
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Overview
This resolution urges the United States Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act, which would eliminate a policy that offsets veterans’ retirement pay and disability compensation when they are medically retired with fewer than 20 years of service. The current law results in significant financial hardship for approximately 50,000 veterans with disabilities, including those with combat-related injuries. The act aims to ensure these veterans receive their full earned benefits.
Key provisions
- Urges the U.S. Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102, S. 1032).
- Aims to eliminate the dollar-for-dollar offset of disability compensation and retirement pay for medically retired veterans.
- Ensures eligible veterans with disabilities receive full Department of Defense retirement pay and Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation.
- Specifically addresses veterans with combat-related injuries.
- Recognizes the impact on California’s large veteran population.
- Highlights bipartisan support for the legislation.
- Addresses the financial burden on veterans with disabilities.
- Aligns with the nation’s commitment to supporting veterans.
Who is affected
- Veterans with disabilities
- Medically retired veterans (fewer than 20 years of service)
- California veterans
- U.S. Congress
- U.S. Senators and Representatives from California
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