BELO’S Act
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Summary
Passed House
Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act or BELO’S Act This bill extends eligibility for a free lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass to any individual who is a survivor to a member of the Armed Forces whose death entitles the survivor to (1) a death gratuity (e.g., the servicemember died while on active duty or during inactive duty training), or (2) dependency and indemnity compensation.
District impact notes
The BELO’S Act allows survivors of Armed Forces members who died in service to receive a free lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. • This policy could provide local survivors with greater access to national parks and recreational areas, potentially enhancing their quality of life. • Local parks and recreational areas may see increased visitation from eligible survivors, which could impact management and resource allocation. • There may be questions about how eligibility is verified and how the program will be administered at the local level. AI-generated from official bill summary and plain-English note; verify with official text.
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