S. 112 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to strengthen benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida, and for other purposes.
S. 112 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) became law — introduced on Jan 26, 2023, sponsored by Mike Braun with 8 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 26, 2023
- Co-sponsors
- 8
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 118-18
What it does
This act addresses Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits and care for certain children with spina bifida or other birth defects. The act requires the VA to provide health care, job training, and monetary benefits for the duration of the child's life.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike Braun (R-IN). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 26, 2023
- Passed the SenateJul 13, 2023
- Passed the HouseSep 19, 2023
- Sent to the PresidentOct 4, 2023
- Became lawOct 6, 2023
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 118-18. (Oct 6, 2023)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Sep 19, 2023 · Passed422–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
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- S. 777: Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2023
- S. 30: Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
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- H.R. 366: Korean American Vietnam Allies Long Overdue for Relief Act
- H.R. 1226: Wounded Warrior Access Act
- H.R. 2670: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
- H.R. 7888: Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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