Bill · H.R. 7976· House(119-HR-7976)

Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act

Age: 62 years

California

Introduced: 3/18/2026
Last activity: 4/9/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsored by: Salud Carbajal
Cosponsors: - 12 - 5

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. It focuses on providing retroactive benefit payments for veterans who have suffered from covered health conditions due to military sexual trauma. If the Secretary approves a claim, the effective date for the award would be the day after the veteran's discharge from service. This change would ensure that monetary benefits are paid out retroactively from that time. The bill specifically addresses both mental health conditions and physical injuries or diseases resulting from such trauma.

Yes· 3 of 8

Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+9
The bill provides critical financial restitution for veterans suffering from injuries or mental health conditions due to military sexual trauma.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+8
The bill significantly enhances veteran benefits by ensuring retroactive payment from the day after discharge for approved claims.
Would women be better off under this?+5
The bill addresses the aftermath of military sexual trauma, an issue that impacts women in service highly.