The Honoring Our Heroes with Dignity Act

1/3/2025, 3:31 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10301

Bill 118 hr 10301, also known as the Caisson Services Acceleration Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to expedite the process of providing caisson services at Arlington National Cemetery. Caisson services are a traditional military honor that involves a horse-drawn carriage carrying the casket of a deceased service member to their final resting place.

The bill specifically requires the Secretary of the Army to take swift action in order to ensure that caisson services are readily available at Arlington National Cemetery. This includes streamlining any bureaucratic processes, allocating necessary resources, and coordinating with relevant stakeholders to make the services more efficient and accessible.

The legislation emphasizes the importance of honoring the sacrifices of our military personnel and ensuring that they receive the proper recognition and respect in their final farewell. By accelerating the provision of caisson services, the bill aims to uphold the traditions and values of the United States Armed Forces and provide a dignified send-off for our fallen heroes. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10301 seeks to prioritize and expedite the implementation of caisson services at Arlington National Cemetery, underscoring the significance of honoring our military members and their families.

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Current Status of Bill HR 10301

Bill HR 10301 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2024. Bill HR 10301 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 5, 2024.  Bill HR 10301's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10301

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10301

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10301

To require the Secretary of the Army to accelerate actions necessary to carry out caisson services at Arlington National Cemetery.To require the Secretary of the Army to accelerate actions necessary to carry out caisson services at Arlington National Cemetery.
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