H.R. 5942 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
National Cemetery Access Act
H.R. 5942 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Nov 7, 2025, sponsored by Troy Downing with 17 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Nov 7, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 17
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
National Cemetery Access Act This bill requires that national cemeteries administered by the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, or the National Park Service must be open to visitors on the 11 legal public holidays (e.g., Memorial Day).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Troy Downing (R-MT). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 15 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 7, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (Nov 17, 2025)
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- S. 160: Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025
- H.R. 1815: VA Home Loan Program Reform Act
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- S. 2392: Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025
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- H.R. 1912: Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025
Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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