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To amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran.
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6127
Bill 117 hr 6127, also known as the "13 Folds of Honor Act," aims to amend title 4 of the United States Code to require that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran. The 13 Folds of Honor is a ceremonial tradition that symbolizes the values and sacrifices of those who have served in the military.
The bill seeks to ensure that this important tradition is upheld and honored during funeral ceremonies for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. By requiring funeral honors details to recite the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting the flag, the bill aims to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of those who have served our country.
Overall, the 13 Folds of Honor Act is a bipartisan effort to ensure that the traditions and values of the military are respected and honored during funeral ceremonies for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.
The bill seeks to ensure that this important tradition is upheld and honored during funeral ceremonies for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. By requiring funeral honors details to recite the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting the flag, the bill aims to pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of those who have served our country.
Overall, the 13 Folds of Honor Act is a bipartisan effort to ensure that the traditions and values of the military are respected and honored during funeral ceremonies for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.
Congressional Summary of HR 6127
This bill requires a funeral honors detail to recite the 13 Folds of Honor as part of the flag presentment during certain funerals for veterans and members of the Armed Forces. The next of kin or other representative of the deceased person may elect to not have the recitation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6127
Bill HR 6127 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 2, 2021. Bill HR 6127 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 2, 2021. Bill HR 6127's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6127
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6127
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6127
To amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran.
To amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran.
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