H.R. 2228

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To amend title 38, United States Code, to adjust the effective date of certain reductions and discontinuances of compensation, dependency and indemnity compensation, and pension under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · March 18, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Steil · Committee: Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Table of contents

• H.R. 2228
  • SEC. 1. Short title
  • SEC. 2. Effective date of certain reductions and discontinuances of compensation, dependency and indemnity compensation, and pension under laws administered by Secretary of Veterans Affairs

SEC. 1. Short title

• This Act may be cited as the Survivor Benefits Fairness Act.

SEC. 2. Effective date of certain reductions and discontinuances of compensation, dependency and indemnity compensation, and pension under laws administered by Secretary of Veterans Affairs

• (a) In general
  • Section 5112(b)(1) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking last day of the month beforeand inserting last day of the month during which.
• (b) Effective date
  • The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to a reduction or discontinuance of compensation, dependency or indemnity compensation, or pension by reason of a marriage, remarriage, or death occurring on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.