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Correcting Overseas Military Graves: Restoring Fallen Servicemembers' Religious Heritage.

This law mandates the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) to establish a 10-year program to identify Jewish servicemembers from WWI and WWII buried overseas under incorrect religious markers. The goal is to contact surviving family members and correct the grave markers to properly reflect the soldiers' heritage. This provides historical accuracy and proper recognition for the families of the fallen.
Key points
Establishes a 10-year program to find and correct the grave markers of approximately 900 Jewish servicemembers buried abroad under non-Jewish symbols.
The ABMC is authorized to contract with specialized nonprofit organizations to carry out the identification and family notification process.
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Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1318
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1318.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a 10-year program to find and correct the grave markers of approximately 900 Jewish servicemembers buried abroad under non-Jewish symbols.
  • The ABMC is authorized to contract with specialized nonprofit organizations to carry out the identification and family notification process.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8399; text: CR S8399)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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