HR 9401
To amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran.
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Bill overview
This bill would require funeral honors details to recite the ‘13 Folds of Honor’ when presenting the U.S. flag at the funeral of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran. The 13 Folds of Honor is a series of statements honoring the flag’s symbolism and the sacrifices made by military personnel and veterans. The bill also allows the next of kin to opt out of this recitation.
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