What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5201.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-10.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr5201/BILLS-117hr5201ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5201

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Database of Contact Information for Families of Deceased Service Members

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: The military will create a contact list for families of deceased service members. Higher-ranking commanders will have access to this contact information. Families can choose not to be contacted and can change their decision at any time.

New rules require the military to create and maintain an up-to-date list of contact information for the closest relatives of deceased service members. This aims to facilitate contact, but families will have the right to decide if they wish to be contacted by military personnel.

Key points

The military will create a contact list for families of deceased service members.

Higher-ranking commanders will have access to this contact information.

Families can choose not to be contacted and can change their decision at any time.

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Additional Information

To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish and maintain a database that contains up-to-date contact information for the next of kin of members of the Armed Forces under the jurisdiction of the Secretaries of the military departments.

Print number: HR 5201

Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]

Process start date: 2021-09-10

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Database of Contact Information for Families of Deceased Service Members

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