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US HR1126

US HR1126
Honoring Veterans’ Families Act


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Introduced
02/08/2019
In Committee
03/01/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide inscriptions for spouses and children on certain headstones and markers furnished by the Secretary. This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide inscriptions for deceased spouses and children on certain headstones furnished by the VA.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide inscriptions for deceased spouses and children on certain headstones and markers furnished by the VA. Specifically, the bill allows the VA to replace existing headstones or markers to add inscriptions for the surviving spouse or eligible dependent child after their death. It also allows the VA to include inscriptions for the spouse or dependent child on the headstone or marker of the individual, if the spouse or child predeceases the individual. The bill applies to individuals who died on or after October 1, 2018.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Subcommittee Hearings Held. (on 05/01/2019)

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