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Headstones for Enslaved and Excluded Individuals: Recognizing Military Service

This act expands eligibility for headstones and medallions from the Department of Veterans Affairs to include graves of enslaved individuals and those who performed military functions despite being legally barred from service. It aims to honor their contributions and ensure dignified remembrance, potentially bringing a sense of justice to their descendants.
Key points
Extends eligibility for headstones and medallions to graves of enslaved individuals who accompanied service members or served in lieu of others.
Includes individuals who performed military functions despite being prohibited from service due to race, gender, sex, or ethnicity.
Headstones for enslaved individuals who served in the Confederacy will note they were forced to support their own enslavement.
Requests for headstones can be made by direct descendants or individuals with their consent.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will develop regulations in consultation with historians, civil rights organizations, and descendants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6269
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2023-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Headstones for Honor Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6269.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends eligibility for headstones and medallions to graves of enslaved individuals who accompanied service members or served in lieu of others.
  • Includes individuals who performed military functions despite being prohibited from service due to race, gender, sex, or ethnicity.
  • Headstones for enslaved individuals who served in the Confederacy will note they were forced to support their own enslavement.
  • Requests for headstones can be made by direct descendants or individuals with their consent.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will develop regulations in consultation with historians, civil rights organizations, and descendants.
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 Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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