hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Allows combat-disabled retirees with less than 20 years service to receive full benefits.
Mr. Takano (D, CA) and Mr. Ruiz (D, CA) introduced this resolution to vote on the bill.
Introduced and sent to committee for review. (Dated April 30, 2026)
H. RES. 1247 is a procedural resolution introduced by Representatives Takano and Ruiz. It sets the rules for the House of Representatives to consider and vote on H.R. 2102, known as the 'Major Richard Star Act'. This underlying bill aims to amend existing law so that military members who are medically retired for combat-related disabilities, but have fewer than 20 years of service, can receive both their full disability compensation and their full retired pay without one reducing the other. The bill text provided is dated April 30, 2026, which is a future date.
Introduced Apr 30, 2026
H. RES. 1247 was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, and immediately referred to the House Committee on Rules. Before it can be voted on by the full House, this resolution typically needs approval from this committee. If passed by the House, the underlying bill (H.R. 2102) would then need to pass the Senate and be signed by the President to become law.
If the 'Major Richard Star Act' (H.R. 2102) becomes law, military members medically retired due to combat-related disabilities with less than 20 years of service would no longer have their retired pay reduced by the amount of their veterans' disability compensation. This means a direct increase in their monthly income, providing more financial security for them and their families. It specifically amends Title 10 of the U.S. Code to allow this 'concurrent receipt' for eligible individuals.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue it's fair to allow combat-disabled veterans to receive full compensation for their service-connected injuries.
Critics Say
Critics might raise concerns about the financial cost to the government, though this is not explicitly stated in the bill text.
The 'Major Richard Star Act' is generally seen as an effort to correct an injustice where military retirees lose a portion of their retired pay because they also receive disability compensation for combat-related injuries. Arguments in favor often highlight the unique sacrifices of these veterans. Arguments against usually focus on the budget implications of expanding benefit programs, but the bill text itself does not provide opposing viewpoints or specific cost estimates.