S 598
BRAVE Act of 2019
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Bill overview
This bill, the Burial Rights for America’s Veterans’ Efforts Act of 2019 (BRAVE Act), aims to increase the financial support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides for the burial and funeral expenses of veterans. Specifically, it raises the maximum amount payable for these expenses, as well as for funeral costs related to a veteran’s death due to a service-connected disability. The bill also establishes a mechanism for the VA to adjust these amounts annually to account for inflation, ensuring the benefits keep pace with rising costs.
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Benjamin L. Cardin
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