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US S3854

Leasing Relief for Dependents of Fallen Heroes and Injured Servicemembers Act of 2020


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Introduced
06/01/2020
In Committee
06/01/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to clarify the authority of servicemembers who incur a catastrophic injury or illness while in military service to terminate leases of premises and motor vehicles, and for other purposes. 1

AI Summary

This bill, the Leasing Relief for Dependents of Fallen Heroes and Injured Servicemembers Act of 2020, amends the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to clarify the authority of servicemembers who incur a catastrophic injury or illness while in military service to terminate leases of premises and motor vehicles. It allows the spouse, adult dependent, or appointed person to terminate the lease if the servicemember lacks the mental capacity to do so due to their injury or illness. The bill also expands the ability of the spouse or dependent of a deceased servicemember to terminate the lease.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 06/01/2020)

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