H.R. 1030 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned, Feb 5, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonors military plane crash victims and aids families
This bill asks the Department of Defense to create a public record of military members who died in non-combat plane crashes and to gather their names, ranks, and service information in one searchable database. The Defense Department would also have to actively help families of those who died by making sure they know about available benefits and support services, guiding them through the application process, and connecting them with support networks.
How it affects you
Families of military members who died in non-combat plane crashes would have clearer access to benefits and a dedicated person at the Defense Department to help them navigate the system. Most Americans won't be directly affected, though this bill ensures those families receive more organized support and that these military losses are documented publicly.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Feb 5, 2025)
Flight 293 Remembrance Act
This 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.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 1030
A BILL
Flight 293 Remembrance Act
Sponsor: Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA-10) · Introduced Feb 5, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action May 8, 2025: “Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.”