H.R. 2164: Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2025

This bill is titled the Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2025. It proposes to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the Montgomery County Land Bank for the purpose of transferring a specific piece of land near the Dayton National Cemetery to the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Key Provisions

• Transfer of Land: The bill stipulates that within 30 days of receiving an offer from the Montgomery County Land Bank, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs must begin the process of transferring a designated parcel of land. This parcel consists of approximately 58 acres located in Dayton, Ohio, across from the existing Dayton National Cemetery.
• Conditions of the Transfer:
  • The Montgomery County Land Bank must transfer all rights and title to the land at no cost to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must agree to use the land as a national cemetery and complete the transfer process within three years of the offer.
• Description of the Land: The land to be transferred is specifically described as being bound by certain intersections in Dayton and is depicted on a map designated as the "Dayton National Cemetery Proposed Land Transfer" dated January 26, 2024.
• Limitations: The bill clarifies that it does not obligate the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to acquire any land other than the specific parcel mentioned or to engage with any entity other than the Montgomery County Land Bank for this transaction.
• Definition of Montgomery County Land Bank: The Montgomery County Land Bank is defined in this bill as the organization located at 130 W. Second Street, Suite 1425, Dayton, Ohio 45402.

Purpose of the Bill

The primary purpose of this bill is to facilitate the expansion of the Dayton National Cemetery by ensuring the acquisition of the additional land needed for future use. This is intended to support Veterans' burial needs and related services.

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