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VA RIN: 2900-AQ95 Publication ID: Spring 2024 
Title: Update and Clarify Regulatory Bars to Benefits Based on Character of Discharge 
Abstract:

In a document published in the Federal Register on July 10, 2020, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) proposed to amend its regulation regarding character of discharge (COD) determinations. After considering public comments, VA has decided to finalize its proposal with some modifications to expand VA benefits eligibility, bring more consistency to adjudications of benefits eligibility, and ensure COD determinations consider all pertinent factors. In accordance with E.O. 14094, VA issued a Request for Information (RFI) in September 2021. 86 FR 50513. VA asked the public for input about compelling circumstances, how to define terms, and the effect on the military. In October 2021, VA held a two-day listening session to receive oral comments from any member of the public on the RFI questions.

 
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs(VA)  Priority: Section 3(f)(1) Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions 
Major: Yes  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 38 CFR 3.12   
Legal Authority: 38 U.S.C. 501   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  07/10/2020  85 FR 41471   
NPRM Comment Period End  09/08/2020 
Request For Information (RFI)  09/09/2021  86 FR 50513   
RFI Comment Period End  10/12/2021 
Final Action  04/26/2024  89 FR 32361   
Final Action Effective  06/25/2024 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: Yes 
RIN Information URL: www.regulations.gov  
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Olumayowa Famakinwa
Department of Veterans Affairs
810 Vermont Avenue NW,
Washington, DC 20420
Phone:202 461-9700
Email: olumayowa.famakinwa@va.gov