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To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a consistent eligibility date for provision of Department of Veterans Affairs memorial headstones and markers for eligible spouses and dependent children of veterans whose remains are unavailable.

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Summary of Bill HR 3656

Bill 115 hr 3656, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Memorial Headstones and Markers Eligibility Act, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to ensure a consistent eligibility date for the provision of memorial headstones and markers for eligible spouses and dependent children of veterans whose remains are unavailable.

Currently, the Department of Veterans Affairs provides memorial headstones and markers for eligible spouses and dependent children of veterans, but the eligibility date for this provision varies depending on the circumstances of the veteran's death and the availability of their remains. This inconsistency can cause confusion and delays in the process of obtaining a memorial headstone or marker for loved ones of deceased veterans.

The proposed bill seeks to address this issue by establishing a consistent eligibility date for all eligible spouses and dependent children of veterans, regardless of the circumstances of the veteran's death or the availability of their remains. This will ensure that all eligible family members have equal access to memorial headstones and markers, regardless of the specific details of the veteran's service and death. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Memorial Headstones and Markers Eligibility Act aims to streamline and simplify the process of obtaining memorial headstones and markers for eligible family members of deceased veterans, ensuring that all veterans and their families receive the recognition and honor they deserve.

Current Status of Bill HR 3656

Bill HR 3656 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 18, 2017. Bill HR 3656 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on August 18, 2017.  Bill HR 3656's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-136. as of March 16, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3656

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 3656

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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