To amend title 4, United States Code, to ensure that a funeral honors detail recites the 13 Folds of Honor when presenting a flag of the United States in connection with the death of a member of the Armed Forces or veteran.
This bill amends federal law to require that military funeral honors details recite the "13 Folds of Honor" when presenting the American flag to the family of a deceased member of the Armed Forces or veteran. The 13 Folds of Honor is a traditional recitation that explains the symbolic meaning of each fold of the flag, honoring themes like life, eternal life, sacrifice, faith, and the nation. The requirement would apply to all military funeral ceremonies governed by federal law, though families would have the option to decline the recitation if they wish. The bill contains no funding provisions or specific implementation timeline, as it simply establishes a ceremonial requirement for existing funeral honors programs. The legislation was introduced in August 2024 and is dedicated to the memory of 13 service members killed in Kabul, Afghanistan in August 2021.
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