To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide certain burial benefits for spouses and children of veterans who are buried in tribal cemeteries, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 3657

Bill 115 hr 3657, also known as the Tribal Burial Protection Act, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to allow the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide burial benefits for spouses and children of veterans who are laid to rest in tribal cemeteries. This bill seeks to ensure that the families of Native American veterans are able to receive the same burial benefits as those buried in national cemeteries.

The bill recognizes the importance of honoring the service and sacrifice of Native American veterans by providing them with the same burial benefits as other veterans. This includes providing financial assistance for burial expenses, headstones or markers, and perpetual care of the gravesite.

In addition to providing burial benefits for spouses and children of veterans, the bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a grant program to assist tribal governments in maintaining and improving tribal cemeteries. Overall, the Tribal Burial Protection Act aims to ensure that Native American veterans and their families are able to receive the recognition and support they deserve for their service to our country.

Current Status of Bill HR 3657

Bill HR 3657 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 18, 2017. Bill HR 3657 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on August 18, 2017. Bill HR 3657's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of November 7, 2017