Bill > HR3583

This bill requires funeral honors details presenting a folded United States flag during military or veteran funerals to recite a detailed explanation of the symbolic meaning behind each of the 13 folds of the flag, unless the deceased's next of kin or representative chooses to opt out. The bill is specifically dedicated to the 13 U.S. service members killed at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, in August 2021. The 13 folds are described with symbolic and spiritual meanings, including representations of life, eternal life, veterans' sacrifices, national pride, faith, and tributes to various groups like Armed Forces, mothers, fathers, and religious figures. Each fold is explained with a specific interpretation, such as the first fold symbolizing life, the fifth fold representing the country, and the 13th fold emphasizing the national motto "In God We Trust" when the flag is completely folded. By adding this requirement to Title 4 of the United States Code, the bill aims to provide a meaningful and ceremonial explanation of the flag-folding process during military and veteran funeral honors.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3583/all-info