H.R. 8260 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Faster Payments to Veterans' Survivors Act of 2022
H.R. 8260 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Jul 1, 2022, sponsored by Chris Pappas with 43 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 1, 2022
- Co-sponsors
- 43
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 117-313
What it does
Faster Payments to Veterans' Survivors Act of 2022 This act modifies policies and procedures related to the payment of benefits under certain life insurance programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Chris Pappas (D-NH). Co-sponsors: 30 Democrats, 13 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 1, 2022
- Passed the HouseSep 14, 2022
- Passed the SenateDec 19, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2022
- Became lawDec 27, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-313. (Dec 27, 2022)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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