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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 6814· 119th Congress

Improving Burial Services for Veterans

Veterans’ Burial Improvement Act of 2025

Sponsor
Chris Pappas (D-NH)
Introduced
Dec 17, 2025
Last Action
Jan 22, 2026
Passage
72%
Introduced
Dec 17, 2025
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • This bill proposes changes to make it easier and better for veterans to receive burial services and memorial support after they pass away.
  • The bill focuses on improving how the government handles veteran burials and making sure memorial benefits are more accessible to eligible veterans and their families.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • This affects veterans, military families, and funeral homes that work with veterans who need burial assistance or cemetery services.
  • Veterans have sacrificed for the country, so providing quality burial services honors that service and ensures families aren't left with unexpected costs during difficult times.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • The bill was introduced in December 2025 and is currently being reviewed by a House subcommittee focused on veteran disability and memorial services.
  • You can contact your representative's office to ask about their position on supporting veteran burial benefits, or visit Congress.gov to track the bill's progress.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jan 22, 2026Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
  • Dec 17, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
  • Dec 17, 2025Introduced in House
  • Dec 17, 2025Introduced in House