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National Cemetery Access Act
12/2/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5942
The National Cemetery Access Act, designated as H.R. 5942 in the 119th session of Congress and introduced on November 7, 2025, aims to improve access to national cemeteries. The bill's text includes provisions related to enhancing access for families and visitors, possibly through infrastructure developments or increased maintenance. Specific directives or actions proposed within the bill are not explicitly mentioned in the provided context. For further details and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at the provided URL.
Congressional Summary of HR 5942
National Cemetery Access Act
This bill requires that national cemeteries administered by the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, or the National Park Service must be open to visitors on the 11 legal public holidays (e.g., Memorial Day).
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Current Status of Bill HR 5942
Bill HR 5942 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2025. Bill HR 5942 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on November 7, 2025. Bill HR 5942's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of November 17, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5942
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
50Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
49Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5942
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5942
To require that national cemeteries be open to visitors on legal public holidays.
To require that national cemeteries be open to visitors on legal public holidays.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5942
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