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MN HF5473

MN HF5473
State veterans cemetery burial fee removed for spouses and dependents of eligible veterans.


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Introduced
05/15/2024
In Committee
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to veterans; removing state veterans cemetery burial fee for spouses and dependents of eligible veterans; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 197.236, subdivision 9; Minnesota Statutes 2023 Supplement, section 190.19, subdivision 2a.

AI Summary

This bill removes the state veterans cemetery burial fee for spouses and dependents of eligible veterans in Minnesota. It amends current statutes to prohibit the charging of any burial fees for the interment of eligible persons, as defined in the existing law, at state veterans cemeteries. The bill also clarifies the allowable uses of funds from the Minnesota "Support Our Troops" account, including grants to support veterans and their families.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Veterans and Military Affairs Finance and Policy (on 05/15/2024)

Bill Topics

Defense
  • ‐ Veterans Affairs

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