What does Preamble of MEDAL Act of 2025 do?

This bill proposes to amend title 38, United States Code. The proposed amendment aims to increase the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients. The bill is intended for 'other purposes' in addition to the pension increase.

What does SHORT TITLE. of MEDAL Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends Act of 2025.

What does FINDINGS. of MEDAL Act of 2025 do?

This section outlines findings related to the Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor is described as the highest and most prestigious military decoration in the United States. Earning the Medal of Honor requires an act of gallantry that distinguishes it from lesser forms of bravery. The actions of Medal of Honor recipients are intended to inspire bravery in current and future service members. Recipients exemplify the best traits of members of the Armed Forces. According to section 1562 of title 38, United States Code, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs provides a special monthly pension to living Medal of Honor recipients. The section supports a substantial increase to this pension in recognition of recipients' gallantry and commitment.

What does INCREASE IN DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS SPECIAL PENSION of MEDAL Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Title 38 of the United States Code, specifically section 1562, regarding the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients. It increases the special pension payable to living Medal of Honor recipients from $1,406.73 to $8,333.33. The section modifies the amount of the special pension payable to surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients, designating it as a 'monthly' pension. The monthly special pension for surviving spouses is set at $1,406.73, subject to adjustments under subsection (e).

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MEDAL Act of 2025

Last updated: 5/21/2025 · Introduced: 1/23/2025

Author: Ted Cruz (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill increases the special monthly pension for living Medal of Honor recipients from $1,406.73 to $8,333.33.
It establishes a monthly special pension of $1,406.73 for surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients, subject to potential adjustments.
The bill amends Title 38 of the United States Code to implement these pension changes.

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