SB534

In veterans' pensions and benefits, further providing for blind veteran's pension and for amputee and paralyzed veteran's pension.

Introduced·3/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB534 increases the monthly pension for blind and amputee or paralyzed veterans.

Pennsylvania SB534 amends the state's veterans' pension laws to increase the monthly pension for blind veterans from $150 to $180. It also raises the pension for amputee or paralyzed veterans from $150 to $180. These pensions are in addition to any other assistance from the Commonwealth and any compensation from the Federal Government. The Adjutant General will determine the eligibility of applicants, with his decision being final. The changes take effect immediately.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Veterans Affairs And Emergency Preparedness: Reported as Committed

11 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

10:30 AM

Veterans Affairs And Emergency Preparedness (s) Hearing

History

May 6, 2025

Senate

Second consideration

May 6, 2025

Senate

Re-referred to Appropriations

Apr 1, 2025

Senate

Reported as committed