Federal · 119th Congress
BELO’S Act
Policy areaArmed Forces and National Security
Summary
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.
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Other titles3
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.Official Title as IntroducedOfficial Title from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text
BELO’S ActShort Title(s) as IntroducedShort Title(s) as Passed HouseShort Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text
Benefits that Endure for Lifetimes Of Service ActShort Title(s) as IntroducedShort Title(s) as Passed HouseShort Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text
Legislative history10
Sep 16, 2026
Senate · CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
May 14, 2025
SenateReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
May 13, 2025
House · FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May 13, 2025
House · FloorOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1965)
May 13, 2025
House · FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1682.
May 13, 2025
House · FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1965-1966)
May 13, 2025
House · FloorMr. Westerman moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Feb 27, 2025
HouseReferred 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.
Feb 27, 2025
HouseReferred 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.
Feb 27, 2025
IntroducedIntroduced in House
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