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A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure direct access for families to national cemeteries, and for other purposes.
4/20/2024, 6:11 AM
Summary of Bill S 4198
Bill 118 s 4198, also known as the "Direct Access to National Cemeteries Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to provide families with direct access to national cemeteries. The bill seeks to ensure that families have the ability to visit and pay their respects to their loved ones buried in national cemeteries without any unnecessary barriers or restrictions.
The main purpose of this bill is to make it easier for families to access national cemeteries and honor the memory of their deceased relatives. By removing any obstacles that may prevent families from visiting these sacred sites, the bill aims to promote a sense of connection and remembrance for those who have served our country.
In addition to ensuring direct access for families to national cemeteries, the bill may also include provisions for improving the maintenance and upkeep of these cemeteries, as well as addressing any other related issues that may arise. Overall, the Direct Access to National Cemeteries Act is a bipartisan effort to support and honor the sacrifices of our nation's veterans and their families by providing them with easier access to national cemeteries for the purpose of paying their respects and remembering their loved ones.
The main purpose of this bill is to make it easier for families to access national cemeteries and honor the memory of their deceased relatives. By removing any obstacles that may prevent families from visiting these sacred sites, the bill aims to promote a sense of connection and remembrance for those who have served our country.
In addition to ensuring direct access for families to national cemeteries, the bill may also include provisions for improving the maintenance and upkeep of these cemeteries, as well as addressing any other related issues that may arise. Overall, the Direct Access to National Cemeteries Act is a bipartisan effort to support and honor the sacrifices of our nation's veterans and their families by providing them with easier access to national cemeteries for the purpose of paying their respects and remembering their loved ones.
Current Status of Bill S 4198
Bill S 4198 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 19, 2024. Bill S 4198 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 19, 2024. Bill S 4198's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of April 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4198
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1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4198
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure direct access for families to national cemeteries, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure direct access for families to national cemeteries, and for other purposes.
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