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S. 214In committee
MEDAL Act of 2025
Introduced: Jan 23, 2025
Latest action date: May 21, 2025
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Jan 23, 2025
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May 21, 2025
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Armed Forces and National Security
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Inflation and pricesVeterans' pensions and compensation
Bill Summary
Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends Act of 2025 or the MEDAL Act of 2025
This bill increases the monthly special pension for living Medal of Honor recipients from $1,406.73 to $8,333.33 and establishes a rate of $1,406.73 for the monthly special pension for surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients. Both amounts must be adjusted annually for inflation.
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Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.
CommitteeSenateIntroduced in Senate
IntroReferralLibrary of CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
IntroReferralSenate
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