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What would your offset cover?

If you’re a combat-injured veteran whose retired pay is offset, or you’re in their family, tell us what that money would do for you. We’ll review it, remove anything that could identify you, and, with your permission, share it so Congress can see who this bill is for.

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What would your offset cover? (required)A sentence or two is plenty. For example, what would you pay for, or what has losing it meant for your family? Please don’t include your full name, medical details, or unit.

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What the offset has cost you: ideas to consider

Choose what’s true for you.

Working through pain or symptoms because you need the income
Taking a second job, or a job you’re not suited for
A spouse leaving work to become a caregiver
Putting off treatment, therapy, or equipment because of cost
Falling behind on rent or a mortgage, or selling a home
Taking on debt, or draining savings
Missing time with your kids, or things your kids had to go without
The feeling of being penalized for how you were hurt

What your full, earned pay would make possible: ideas

Keeping up with rent or a mortgage
A reliable car to get to medical appointments
Therapy or treatment not otherwise covered
Home changes for accessibility
Childcare, or a spouse being able to work again
Your kids’ education
Saving for retirement, like any other retiree

Use your own words. We never write stories for anyone.

About how much do you lose each month? (optional)Your best estimate. We’ll show it as self-reported.

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Combat-injured veteranFamily member or caregiverOther supporter

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Name to show (optional)First name or initials. Leave blank to show “A veteran,” “A military family member,” or “A supporter.”

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