H.R. 292 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Military Death Benefit Improvement Act of 2005
H.R. 292 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Jan 20, 2005, sponsored by Spencer Bachus with 243 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 20, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 243
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Military Death Benefit Improvement Act of 2005 - Increases from $12,000 to $100,000 the death gratuity payable to the survivors of members of the Armed Forces who die: (1) while on active duty or inactive duty training; or (2) within 120 days after discharge or release from such duty or training, if the death resulted from an injury or disease incurred or aggravated during such duty or training.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Spencer Bachus (R-AL). Co-sponsors: 148 Democrats, 94 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 20, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (Feb 4, 2005)
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