S. 1071: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-03-14 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] |
| Policy area | Armed Forces and National Security |
| Cosponsors | 1 |
| Latest action | 2025-12-18 — Became Public Law No: 119-60. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-28 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-03-14):
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas, after notifying his next of kin. The VA must relinquish the remains to the next of kin or, if no next of kin responds to the notification, arrange for the disposition of the remains. Cota was interred prior to the enactment of regulations that would have barred his interment due to a 1975 rape conviction.
Cosponsors (1)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Ted Cruz | R TX (original cosponsor) 2025-03-14 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1071 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 1071?
S. 1071 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1071 are available on congress.gov.
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