Gold Star and Surviving Spouse Career Services Act

The Gold Star and Surviving Spouse Career Services Act seeks to expand eligibility for the Disabled Veterans' Outreach Program (DVOP) , providing crucial employment and career services to a broader group of military family members. This bill amends title 38, United States Code, by extending DVOP services beyond eligible veterans to include "eligible persons." An "eligible person" is defined as a spouse described in section 4101(5) of title 38, typically referring to spouses of veterans with service-connected disabilities, or a spouse of any person who died while a member of the Armed Forces , known as a Gold Star spouse. By incorporating these spouses into the program, the legislation aims to offer comprehensive career support and outreach to those who have made significant sacrifices for the nation.