I know this is asked a lot so his Medal of Honor pension is retroactive. Back then not sure how much it was. In the early-mid 90's it was like $300 - $400 a month? Then there was no limit of pensions for each additional MoH the recipient was entitled to a pension/stipend. That later changed. Concerns of a MoH x2 were people attempting to do acts of valor to be nominated for the MoH to get more pay; tax payer burden; ensuring the recipient can live modestly day to day. The MoH pension + any disability + SSA should allow a recipient to live modestly. Thus the MoH pension limited to a single payment and the sum increased - currently $1303 a month tax free. Yes there are MoH recipients not listed publicly and some with more than one MoH. For instance if you search for 'Green Beret coffin with SEAL Trident' you'll see a pretty well known picture. That Green Beret is a Medal of Honor recipient yet his name not made public. A bit of history on the MoH.