A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota, for the conveyance of certain land of the Department of Veterans Affairs at Fargo National Cemetery, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 2854

Bill 118 s 2854, also known as the "Fargo National Cemetery Conveyance Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota. The agreement would involve the conveyance of certain land owned by the Department of Veterans Affairs at Fargo National Cemetery.

The purpose of this bill is to facilitate the transfer of land from the Department of Veterans Affairs to the city of Fargo for the maintenance and upkeep of the Fargo National Cemetery. This transfer of land would allow the city to better care for the cemetery and ensure that it remains a dignified final resting place for veterans.

In addition to the conveyance of land, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the management and operation of the Fargo National Cemetery. These provisions are aimed at improving the overall functioning of the cemetery and ensuring that it continues to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation's veterans. Overall, Bill 118 s 2854 seeks to enhance the partnership between the Department of Veterans Affairs and the city of Fargo in order to better serve the needs of veterans and their families in North Dakota.

Congressional Summary of S 2854

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to, if certain conditions are met, enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota, to convey to the city an approximately 2.73-acre parcel of land located in the southeast corner of the proposed expansion of the Fargo National Cemetery. Specifically, after the VA acquires 29.06 acres adjacent to the original acreage of Fargo National Cemetery, the VA must convey such parcel upon written request from the city for the conveyance of the parcel. Under the agreement, the city must pay the VA an amount equal to the market value of the parcel as determined by a VA appraisal.

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Current Status of Bill S 2854

Bill S 2854 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since October 19, 2023. Bill S 2854 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2023. Bill S 2854's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of October 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2854

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2854

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Cemeteries and funerals

- Land transfers

- North Dakota

- Veterans' organizations and recognition

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2854

A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota, for the conveyance of certain land of the Department of Veterans Affairs at Fargo National Cemetery, and for other purposes.