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Veterans Exempt from Fees for War Memorial Events

New legislation waives application fees for special use permits for veterans and Gold Star Families holding events at war memorials in Washington D.C. and its environs. This makes it easier and more affordable to organize commemorative events, supporting the veteran community.
Key points
No application fees for veterans' and Gold Star Families' events at war memorials.
Simplifies organizing commemorative events on National Park Service land.
Applies to permit applications submitted after the law's enactment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3240
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-11-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Free Veterans from Fees Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3240.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No application fees for veterans' and Gold Star Families' events at war memorials.
  • Simplifies organizing commemorative events on National Park Service land.
  • Applies to permit applications submitted after the law's enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 620.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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