This bill aims to provide increased financial support to surviving spouses of veterans who die from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) by extending Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). It specifically amends title 38, United States Code, to ensure that these spouses receive the higher rate of DIC. The key provision removes any requirement regarding the duration a veteran had ALS prior to their death for their surviving spouse to qualify for increased DIC. This means that if a veteran dies from ALS, their spouse will be eligible for the increased compensation irrespective of how long the veteran suffered from the disease. This change is applicable to veterans who died from ALS on or after October 1, 2022 .