HR 6023 United States House · 118th Congress

Veteran Restitution and Justice Act of 2023

This bill changes how the VA calculates benefits for veterans with health conditions linked to military sexual trauma. It requires the VA to start paying retroactive benefits from the day after a veteran's military discharge, rather than from the claim filing date. This directly affects veterans diagnosed with covered mental or physical health conditions resulting from military sexual trauma. The key provision amends VA law to mandate retroactive payments beginning at discharge, ensuring veterans receive compensation for the full period they were discharged until the claim is approved. It does not alter eligibility but changes the effective date for payment calculations.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Oct 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Oct 24, 2023 Last action Nov 9, 2023