A bill to amend the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act to extend burial benefits for certain veterans who die at home while in receipt of hospice care furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

# Summary of S 3898 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand burial benefits for veterans who receive hospice care from the Veterans Affairs (VA) and die at home. Currently, VA burial benefits may not fully cover expenses for veterans who pass away while receiving end-of-life care at home rather than in a VA facility. The bill seeks to extend these benefits to this group, ensuring they receive the same burial support as veterans who die in VA facilities. **Who It Affects** The legislation primarily affects veterans enrolled in VA hospice care programs who choose to spend their final days at home, as well as their families who would benefit from the expanded burial assistance.

This could include veterans with terminal illnesses or conditions requiring end-of-life care. **Current Status** The bill (S 3898) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator John Boozman (R-AR) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No specific provisions detailing benefit amounts or implementation details were available in the bill summary provided.