Major Richard Star Act
The Major Richard Star Act ends the unjust offset that strips retirement pay from combat-wounded veterans. Over 54,000 veterans are affected and losing benefits they earned through service and sacrifice.
54,000+
Combat Wounded Veterans Affected
$1,200/mo
Average Monthly Loss
ONE DEMAND
Bring it to a vote now
The Votes Are There. The Action Isn’t.
The Most Co-Sponsored Bill in Both Houses
75% of the House
322
House
Currently held hostage in the House Armed Services Committee. Despite overwhelming Support.
80% of the Senate
79
Senate
Currently held hostage in the Senate Armed Services Committee. Despite overwhelming Support.
Despite overwhelming bipartisan support, the bill has not been brought to a vote, or even debated in committe.
54,000
Restoring Benefits for 54,000 Heroes
The Major Richard Star Act will ensure that combat-wounded veterans no longer have their earned retirement pay offset by their disability compensation. This change provides long-overdue financial justice for tens of thousands of families who have sacrificed so much for our nation's security.