An Act providing compensation to persons in active service in connection with the Global War on Terrorism or their beneficiaries; authorizing the incurring of indebtedness and the issue and sale of bonds by the Commonwealth for the payment of compensation contingent upon electorate approval; establishing the Global War on Terrorism Veterans' Compensation Bond Fund and the Global War on Terrorism Veterans' Compensation Bond Sinking Fund; imposing a penalty; making appropriations; and making a repeal.

SB 144 provides financial compensation to Pennsylvania veterans who served in the Global War on Terrorism (September 11, 2001-December 31, 2022) or their beneficiaries. Eligible veterans receive $1,000 for direct support (e.g., specific campaign medals) or $500 for general service, with $5,000 for deceased veterans or prisoners of war. To qualify, veterans must have been Pennsylvania legal residents during service or at death, and the program is funded through state bonds requiring voter approval. The bill also prohibits charging fees to assist veterans with applications and establishes funds to manage compensation payments.