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HR7976Referred to Committee

To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-03-18
Introduced
2
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Salud O. Carbajal
Salud O. Carbajal
Democrat · CA · Representative

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

2026-03-18

Bill Summary

This house bill would amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the retroactive payment of benefits for veterans with covered mental health conditions based on military sexual trauma. It has been referred to committee for review and possible markup.

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