HR 3509
Supporting Our Surviving Spouses Act
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Bill overview
This bill aims to extend the time survivors of military personnel who died in service on or after September 11, 2001, have to file claims for benefits against the U.S. government. Currently, there’s a six-year limit on these claims, but this legislation removes that restriction. It specifically addresses survivor benefits under a particular section of the U.S. Code. The changes will take effect when the bill is enacted.
Key provisions
- Removes the six-year statute of limitations for certain claims.
- Applies to survivor benefits for military personnel.
- Specifically targets deaths occurring on or after September 11, 2001.
- Addresses a section of Title 31, United States Code.
- Claims can be filed on or after the bill’s enactment date.
Who is affected
- Surviving spouses of military personnel
- The United States Government
- Families of fallen service members
Notable changes
- Eliminates the existing six-year statute of limitations for specific claims.
- Expands the timeframe for filing claims related to 9/11-related deaths.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 3509
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To remove the six-year statute of limitations on certain claims against the United States Government by survivors of members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty on or after September 11, 2001.
This Act may be cited as the Supporting Our Surviving Spouses Act
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