Bills/S. 2807

RESPECT Act of 2025

RESPECT Act of 2025

In CommitteeDefenseSenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# RESPECT Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The RESPECT Act of 2025 (S 2807) is a Senate bill that addresses policies related to cemeteries, funerals, sex offenses, and veterans' organizations. Based on its title and subject categories, the bill appears to focus on protecting cemeteries and funeral practices, likely with specific provisions related to sex offenders and how they're treated in these contexts, as well as matters concerning veterans' recognition and organizations. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact funeral homes, cemetery operators, veterans' organizations, and potentially individuals with sex offense convictions. Veterans and their families would likely be affected by any provisions related to veterans' recognition and burial practices. **Current Status:** As of now, S 2807 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.

The bill was sponsored by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). Without access to the bill's specific language, a detailed breakdown of key provisions cannot be provided. For complete details on what the bill specifically proposes, the full text would need to be reviewed on Congress.gov.

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Latest Action

December 10, 2025

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

Subjects

Cemeteries and funeralsSex offensesVeterans' organizations and recognition

Sponsor

R
Cornyn, John [R-TX]
R-TX · Senate
5 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
September 16, 2025
Last Updated
December 10, 2025
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