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H.R. 1682 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
6 members · Left 3 · Center 0 · Right 3 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Evans, Gabe (R-CO) (Introduced 02/27/2025) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Lean right · DW-NOMINATE +0.34 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 6 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee; House - Agriculture Committee; House - Natural Resources Committee |
| Latest Action | 05/14/2025 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Roll Call Votes | There have been no roll call votes |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Passed House (05/13/2025)
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.
119 HR 1682 EH: Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I 119th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1682
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act or BELO’S Act.
2.Lifetime passesSection 805(b)(2) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6804(b)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: (D)Any individual who is a survivor entitled to— (i)a death gratuity under section 1475 of title 10, United States Code; or (ii)dependency and indemnity compensation under chapter 13 of title 38, United States Code. . Passed the House of Representatives May 13, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 1682 IH: Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-02-27 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1682IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESFebruary 27, 2025Mr. Evans of Colorado (for himself and Mr. Panetta) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concernedA BILLTo amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act or BELO’S Act.2.Lifetime passesSection 805(b)(2) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6804(b)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(D)Any individual who is a survivor entitled to—(i)a death gratuity under section 1475 of title 10, United States Code; or(ii)dependency and indemnity compensation under chapter 13 of title 38, United States Code. .
119 HR 1682 : Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act U.S. House of Representatives 2025-05-14 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS1st SessionH. R. 1682IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESMay 14, 2025Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural ResourcesAN ACTTo amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act or BELO’S Act.2.Lifetime passesSection 805(b)(2) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6804(b)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following:(D)Any individual who is a survivor entitled to—(i)a death gratuity under section 1475 of title 10, United States Code; or(ii)dependency and indemnity compensation under chapter 13 of title 38, United States Code. .Passed the House of Representatives May 13, 2025.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
The bill's own words, from our database (synced from the GPO BILLS XML); paragraph breaks added at the bill's section boundaries, nothing else changed.
| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 02/27/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 02/27/2025 | House floor actions | Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
| 02/27/2025 | House floor actions | Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
| 05/13/2025 | House floor actions | Mr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. |
| 05/13/2025 | House floor actions | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1965-1966) |
| 05/13/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1682. |
| 05/13/2025 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1965) |
| 05/13/2025 | House floor actions | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1965) |
| 05/13/2025 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 05/14/2025 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country. |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | BELO’S Act |
| Official Title as Introduced | To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide for lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes for family members of members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives while serving their country. |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | BELO’S Act |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act |
| Display Title | BELO’S Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | BELO’S Act |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee | 05/14/2025 Referred To |
| House - Agriculture Committee | 02/27/2025 Referred To |
| House - Natural Resources Committee | 02/27/2025 Referred To |
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Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security
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