S 4420
Unclaimed Veterans Burial Benefit Correction Act of 2020
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Bill overview
This bill amends existing law to clarify and expand the Department of Veterans Affairs’ ability to cover the transportation costs of deceased veterans to veterans’ cemeteries. Specifically, it changes the definition of a ‘covered cemetery’ to include cemeteries owned by states or tribes, and ensures that the VA can pay for transportation to these cemeteries. The bill aims to ensure that eligible veterans receive burial benefits in a location of their choosing, within available resources.
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