H.R. 2385 · 116th Congress · 2019–2020
To permit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a grant program to conduct cemetery research and produce educational materials for the Veterans Legacy Program.
H.R. 2385 in the 116th Congress (2019–2020) became law — introduced on Apr 29, 2019, sponsored by Conor Lamb with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 116th Congress (2019–2020), Donald Trump was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 29, 2019
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 116-107
What it does
This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a grant program to conduct cemetery research and produce educational materials for the Veterans Legacy Program. The program provides the public with engagement and educational opportunities regarding veterans interred in national, state, or tribal veterans' cemeteries. Additionally, the bill requires the VA to report on the efficacy of the grant program.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Conor Lamb (D-PA). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 29, 2019
- Passed the HouseOct 15, 2019
- Passed the SenateDec 19, 2019
- Sent to the PresidentJan 6, 2020
- Became lawJan 17, 2020
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 116-107. (Jan 17, 2020)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Oct 15, 2019 · Passed409–1
Every roll call vote on this bill
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