S 3935
A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to prohibit the burial in Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, of any President or Vice President who is not a member or veteran of the Armed Forces.
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Bill overview
This bill changes the rules for burials at Arlington National Cemetery. It specifically prohibits the burial of former Presidents and Vice Presidents who did not serve as members of the military or as veterans. The bill clarifies that service as Commander-in-Chief or Vice President does not qualify an individual for burial at the cemetery. This aims to align burial practices with those reserved for military personnel and veterans.
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