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.
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This bill amends federal law to require that funeral honors details recite the '13 Folds of Honor'—a ceremonial recitation explaining the symbolic meaning of each fold of the American flag—when presenting a flag to the family of a deceased member of the Armed Forces or veteran. The recitation includes references to patriotism, sacrifice, faith, and national values. The bill allows next of kin to opt out of the recitation if they choose.
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