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Financial support for veterans' families: burial allowance in State cemeteries.

This Act introduces a new plot allowance for spouses and children of veterans buried in State-owned cemeteries. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will pay the State, agency, or political subdivision $525 (subject to future increases) to cover the cost of the plot or interment. This change aims to ease the financial burden of burial expenses for veterans' families by providing direct support to the cemetery operators.
Key points
A new plot allowance of $525 (subject to adjustment) is established for spouses and children of veterans buried in State cemeteries.
The allowance is paid directly by the VA to the State, agency, or political subdivision that owns the cemetery.
Eligible individuals include spouses (including surviving spouses who remarried), minor children (under 21, or 23 if pursuing education), and, at the Secretary's discretion, unmarried adult children of eligible veterans.
The amendments take effect upon enactment and apply to deaths occurring on or after that date.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3241
Sponsor: Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting our Veterans’ Memories Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3241.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new plot allowance of $525 (subject to adjustment) is established for spouses and children of veterans buried in State cemeteries.
  • The allowance is paid directly by the VA to the State, agency, or political subdivision that owns the cemetery.
  • Eligible individuals include spouses (including surviving spouses who remarried), minor children (under 21, or 23 if pursuing education), and, at the Secretary's discretion, unmarried adult children of eligible veterans.
  • The amendments take effect upon enactment and apply to deaths occurring on or after that date.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Kim, Andy [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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