S.411 - Flight 293 Remembrance Act (119th Congress)
Summary
The Flight 293 Remembrance Act aims to support families of Armed Forces members who died in non-combat military plane crashes. It mandates the creation of a database of such incidents dating back to 1984 and directs the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, to provide assistance to affected families. This includes ensuring access to benefits, personalized guidance, and connection with support networks.
Expected Effects
This act will likely improve the support and resources available to families who have lost loved ones in non-combat military plane crashes. It will also create a centralized database to document these incidents. The act also mandates a report to Congress on the effectiveness of these efforts, which could lead to further legislative action.
Potential Benefits
- Improved access to benefits and resources for affected families.
- Creation of a publicly accessible database for non-combat military plane crashes.
- Designated point of contact within the Department of Defense for family support.
- Personalized guidance and support services tailored to non-combat losses.
- Connection with community and peer support networks.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential administrative burden and costs associated with creating and maintaining the database.
- Possible delays in implementation due to inter-departmental coordination.
- The act's focus on incidents from 1984 onward may exclude some families affected by earlier crashes.
- The effectiveness of the support programs will depend on adequate funding and staffing.
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in the delivery of services.
Constitutional Alignment
The Flight 293 Remembrance Act aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of providing for the common defense and promoting the general welfare. Specifically, it supports military families, which can be seen as part of ensuring domestic tranquility and providing for the common defense by supporting those who serve. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).