HR 3219
GAMES Act
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Bill overview
The GAMES Act aims to broaden access to military adaptive sports programs for veterans. Specifically, it removes a restriction that previously limited eligibility to veterans within one year of their separation from active duty. This change will allow a wider range of veterans to participate in these programs, which are designed to help veterans with physical and mental challenges.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility for military adaptive sports programs.
- Removes the one-year separation restriction.
- Addresses Section 2564a of Title 10, United States Code.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs
Notable changes
- Changes the eligibility criteria for military adaptive sports programs.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 3219
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand eligibility of veterans for a certain military adaptive sports program.
This Act may be cited as the Gaining Meaningful Experiences from Service Act GAMES Act
or the
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Section 2564a of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in subsection (a)(1)(B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking , during the one-year period following the veteran's date of separation,
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