To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek to enter into an agreement with the city of Vallejo, California, for the transfer of Mare Island Naval Cemetery in Vallejo, California, and for other purposes.

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Congressional Summary of HR 6039

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to enter into an agreement with the city of Vallejo, California, for the transfer to the VA of Mare Island Naval Cemetery in Vallejo, California, to be maintained as a national shrine.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6039

Bill HR 6039 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2020. Bill HR 6039 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2020. Bill HR 6039's most recent activity was Committee Hearings Held. as of July 23, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6039

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6039

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- California

- Cemeteries and funerals

- Congressional oversight

- Historic sites and heritage areas

- Land transfers

- Military history

- Veterans' organizations and recognition

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6039

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek to enter into an agreement with the city of Vallejo, California, for the transfer of Mare Island Naval Cemetery in Vallejo, California, and for other purposes.