National Cemetery Access Act

Hozzl · 2025-12-02T09:05:29Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5942 National Cemetery Access Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Public Lands and Natural Resources. Stay informed on legislative developments.

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