Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to begin negotiations with the Montgomery County Land Bank to acquire a 58-acre parcel of land near Dayton National Cemetery in Ohio. The land, located across from the existing cemetery, would be transferred to the VA at no cost for use as part of the cemetery expansion. The VA must initiate the agreement process within 30 days of the Land Bank’s offer and complete the transfer within three years of the offer.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the VA to negotiate with the Montgomery County Land Bank.
- Requires the VA to begin negotiations within 30 days of the Land Bank’s offer.
- Specifies the parcel of land to be transferred (approximately 58 acres).
- States the land transfer must be at no cost to the Department.
- Sets a three-year deadline for completing the land transfer.
- Defines the Montgomery County Land Bank.
- Limits the scope of the agreement to only the specified parcel.
Who is affected
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Montgomery County Land Bank
- Veterans and their families
- Residents of Dayton, Ohio
Notable changes
- Authorizes the acquisition of land specifically for expanding Dayton National Cemetery.
- Establishes a timeline for the transfer process.
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