HR. 695Became Law
Medal of Honor Act
Increases the monthly special pension for living Medal of Honor recipients, creates a pension for surviving spouses, and requires annual inflation adjustments
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Increases the monthly special pension for living Medal of Honor recipients, creates a pension for surviving spouses, and requires annual inflation adjustments
Key points
- Establish surviving spouse pensions
- Require annual inflation adjustments
- Increase Medal of Honor pensions
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Became Law
Latest action
2025-12-01 — Became Public Law No: 119-43.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityInflation and pricesVeterans' pensions and compensation