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Proposed Land Transfer for Dayton National Cemetery Expansion

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6368

June 24, 2026

Veterans Affairs Land Use Dayton Military Cemeteries Federal Property

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The Frame

What this does

This amendment establishes a legal framework for the Department of Veterans Affairs to acquire 58 acres of land in Dayton, Ohio, at no cost, potentially increasing the burial capacity of the Dayton National Cemetery.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Department of Veterans Affairs

The agency is mandated to enter an agreement to acquire and manage the new land parcel.

Montgomery County Land Bank

The entity is identified as the provider of the land parcel to the federal government.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Senator Husted has proposed an amendment to the 2027 defense authorization bill that would facilitate the transfer of approximately 58 acres of land from the Montgomery County Land Bank to the Department of Veterans Affairs. The land, located near the Dayton National Cemetery, would be transferred at no cost to the federal government for the purpose of expanding the cemetery.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will this land transfer cost taxpayers money?

No, the amendment specifies that the land must be transferred to the Department of Veterans Affairs at no cost and for no .

What is the purpose of this land acquisition?

The land is intended to be used for the expansion of the Dayton National Cemetery.

Is the Department of Veterans Affairs required to accept other land offers?

No, the amendment explicitly states that nothing in the section requires or encourages the Secretary to acquire any parcel other than the one described or to enter agreements with other entities.

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Restricted Acquisition Authority

The amendment includes specific 'Rules of Construction' that prevent the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from using this authority to acquire other land or partner with other land banks, limiting the scope of the provision strictly to the Montgomery County Land Bank.

Department of Veterans Affairs Montgomery County Land Bank

Connected Entities

locationDayton National Cemetery“The site of the proposed expansion.”Map →

organizationMontgomery County Land Bank“The entity currently holding the land proposed for transfer.”Map →

location130 W. Second Street, Suite 1425, Dayton, Ohio 45402“The official address of the Montgomery County Land Bank.”Map →

personMr. Husted“Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Veterans Affairs“The federal agency designated to receive the land.”Map →

locationDayton, Ohio“The geographic location of the land parcel.”Map →

Sources

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