The Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act aims to identify American-Jewish servicemembers who are buried under grave markers that do not reflect their religious heritage and to facilitate the replacement of these markers. The proposed legislation would locate Jewish servicemembers interred with a Christian Cross, notify their families about the discrepancy, and begin the process of changing the headstone to a Star of David.
“American-Jewish servicemembers who gave the last full measure in defense of our nation deserve to be honored according to their faith. This bill would provide the means to locate Jewish servicemembers buried under a Christian Cross, notify families of the mistake and begin the process of replacing the headstone with a Star of David. Families and descendants of Jewish servicemembers should be able to visit their ancestors’ final resting place knowing the United States honors their faith and devotion to their country,” said Husted.
Additionally, Husted is supporting the Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act, which proposes creating a pilot program at the Department of Veterans Affairs. This program would offer grants to experienced nonprofit organizations that provide service dogs for veterans affected by post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, limb loss, blindness, deafness, and other conditions.
“Our veterans sacrificed their health, safety and well-being in service to our country. Too many of them are dealing with the consequences of war on their own. As many War on Terror veterans continue to deal with the aftermath of their service, Congress has a duty to make sure they have the resources they need—including service animals. I’m proud to support the SAVES Act to provide hurting and disabled veterans with a K9 companion,” said Husted.
