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Veterans Burial Allowance and Reimbursement Act of 2026

3/27/2026, 8:06 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 Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. as of March 26, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6943

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6943

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate 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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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6943

Gabe Evans
Gabe Evans
ColoradoIndependent

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