Families of U.S. service members who died in non-combat military plane crashes will get a dedicated support system under this bill. The Defense Department must build and maintain a publicly searchable database — covering crashes classified as 'Operational Loss/Non-War Loss' going back to 1984 — listing the names, ranks, and service details of those who died. A designated DoD point of contact will guide each family through available benefits, financial assistance, counseling, and survivor services, and will keep families updated as programs or laws change. The Defense Department must also report to Congress within two years on how many families received help and how effective the program has been.
Congressional Summary
Flight 293 Remembrance ActThis bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to identify and publish information related to non-combat military plane crashes and provide support to families of members of the Armed Forces who die in such crashes.Specifically, DOD must identify and document all non-combat military plane crashes categorized as Operational Loss/Non-War Loss. Further, DOD must develop and maintain a public database of the names, ranks, and service details of all members of the Armed Forces who died in such crashes.DOD must also provide assistance to the families of members of the Armed Forces who have died in non-combat crashes by (1) ensuring the families are aware of and have access to DOD benefits, resources, and support services; (2) offering personalized guidance on navigating and applying for such benefits, resources, and support services; and (3) connecting those families with community and peer support networks.Additionally, DOD must establish a designated point of contact for such families to guide them through the benefits process, provide certain updates, and liaise with relevant agencies or organizations to ensure coordinated assistance.The bill prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, sex, race, color, or national origin in the provision of assistance and services under this bill.
Legislative Subjects
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in House
- Action Date
- 2025-02-05
- Date Added
- 2026-06-02
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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