legislative priority · 2026
Support the Major Richard Star Act
Blumenthal identifies the Major Richard Star Act as a priority. The bill would let combat-injured veterans receive their full military retirement pay alongside their full VA disability compensation.
Context: The passage does not quote Blumenthal directly explaining his position on the bill; it reports that he named it as a priority. The bill is a proposal, not enacted law. Remarks at the November 9, 2026 briefing; report published November 10.
In their own words
Blumenthal also cited the Major Richard Star Act
The source
Richard Blumenthal: affordability and accountability priorities interview
Published: 11/9/2026
Retrieved: 11/11/2026