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US HB695

Bill

Status

Passed

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Troy Nehls

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Increases the monthly special pension for Medal of Honor recipients from the fixed rate of $1,406.73 to a variable rate tied to VA disability compensation under section 1114(m), adjusted to the next intermediate rate under section 1114(p)

  • Prevents double cost-of-living adjustments by prohibiting the Secretary from increasing the special pension in any year when it has already been increased through the new rate formula

  • Extends certain pension payment limits from November 30, 2031 to January 31, 2033

  • Applies to all living Medal of Honor recipients listed on the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard Medal of Honor Roll

Legislative Description

Medal of Honor Act

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Became Public Law No: 119-43.

12/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs2/27/2025
Veterans' Affairs1/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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