Military Benefits for Former Spouses: Legislation and Policy Issues
Abstract
The purpose of this report is to provide a general discussion of legislative provisions and proposals relating to the military benefits for former spouses. It is not designed to answer detailed questions about specific issues arising in individual cases. Thus, it does not deal with case law nor does it apply legal or judicial interpretations of enacted statutes to specific situations. What benefits can divorced spouses of members or retirees of the uniformed services receive under law? What role do the services play in facilitating delivery of those benefits? What practical problems arise in the implementation of and service involvement in claims on those benefits? How does the current system for a divorce-related division of military retired pay work? These frequently asked questions reflect confusion and controversy over social policy and economic equity issues. The administrative and legal implementation has proven complex, because large numbers of men and women, and their often complicated individual situations, are affected.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 09, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA435283
Entities
People
- David Burrelli
Organizations
- Library of Congress