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Veterans Burial Allowance and Reimbursement Act of 2026
2/4/2026, 9:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6943
The Veterans Burial Allowance and Reimbursement Act of 2026, introduced in the 119th Congress on January 6, 2026, aims to provide benefits related to veterans' burials. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include allowances and reimbursements for burial expenses incurred by veterans and their families. Further details and actions proposed by the bill can be accessed via the official PDF version or additional summaries provided in the bill text.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6943
Bill HR 6943 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 2026. Bill HR 6943 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 2026. Bill HR 6943's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of February 3, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6943
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6943
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6943
To amend title 38, United States Code, to standardize the payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to standardize the payment of burial and funeral expenses and plot allowances for deceased veterans under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
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