What does Preamble of Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act do?

This bill aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The proposed amendment concerns the retroactive payment of benefits for veterans. The benefits are specifically for veterans with covered mental health conditions. These conditions are linked to military sexual trauma.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act'.

What does DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS RETROACTIVE BENEFITS PAYMENTS of Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act do?

This section amends Title 38 of the United States Code to establish retroactive benefits payments for veterans with covered health conditions based on military sexual trauma. If the Secretary approves a claim for compensation based on military sexual trauma, the effective date of the award will be the day after the veteran's discharge. Monetary benefits will be paid retroactively starting from the date of discharge. The term 'military sexual trauma' is defined by section 1166(c)(2) of this title. A 'covered health condition' includes covered mental health conditions (defined in section 1166(c)(1)) or physical injuries/diseases aggravated by military sexual trauma.

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Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act

Last updated: 3/18/2026 · Introduced: 3/18/2026

Author: Salud Carbajal (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act retroactively provides benefits to veterans experiencing covered mental or physical health conditions linked to military sexual trauma.
If a veteran's claim for compensation related to military sexual trauma is approved, the effective date of the award will be the day after their discharge.
Veterans will receive monetary benefits retroactively from their discharge date for qualifying conditions.

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