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Senate BillS 2078Government Operations and Politics

Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters to voters because it addresses the financial security of families who suffer the profound loss of a loved one serving in a federal civilian role. If passed, it would provide a more substantial and inflation-adjusted safety net for these families, acknowledging the sacrifice made by the deceased employee.

Without this bill, the current death gratuity and funeral allowance amounts, which have remained stagnant for years, would continue to lose value due to inflation, placing a greater financial burden on grieving families. This legislation ensures that these benefits are more reflective of today's economic realities and the significant contributions of federal civil servants.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Establishes a new death gratuity payment of $100,000 for federal employees who die in the line of duty due to injury, with annual adjustments for inflation.

This significantly increases the immediate financial support available to families of fallen federal civil servants.

PROVISION 02

Increases the funeral allowance for federal employees from $800 to $8,800, with annual adjustments for inflation.

This provides more realistic financial assistance for the high costs associated with funeral services today.

PROVISION 03

Amends existing law to ensure a death gratuity for federal employees whose deaths are connected to prior armed force service is fixed at $100,000 (removing an 'up to' cap), adjusted annually for inflation, and cannot reduce other benefits.

This ensures that a specific benefit for those with military service backgrounds is fully paid, keeps pace with costs, and stacks with other deserved benefits.

PROVISION 04

Designates the Secretary of Labor as the exclusive authority for determining if an individual is an 'employee' for the purpose of the new death gratuity.

This creates a clear and consistent process for eligibility determinations across federal agencies.

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JUN 12

Introduced in Senate

INTROREFERRAL

JUN 12

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 2078

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedJun 12, 2025

Last actionJun 12, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025

Senate BillS 2078Government Operations and Politics

Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act

INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 12, 2025

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Passed House
Conference
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Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Establishes a new death gratuity payment of $100,000 for federal employees who die in the line of duty due to injury, with annual adjustments for inflation.

This significantly increases the immediate financial support available to families of fallen federal civil servants.

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Increases the funeral allowance for federal employees from $800 to $8,800, with annual adjustments for inflation.

This provides more realistic financial assistance for the high costs associated with funeral services today.

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This ensures that a specific benefit for those with military service backgrounds is fully paid, keeps pace with costs, and stacks with other deserved benefits.

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Designates the Secretary of Labor as the exclusive authority for determining if an individual is an 'employee' for the purpose of the new death gratuity.

This creates a clear and consistent process for eligibility determinations across federal agencies.

DEADLINES & DATES

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Date of enactment

Death gratuity payments and funeral expense increases apply to any death occurring on or after the date of enactment of this Act.

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
$100,000 (initially)	Employee Death Gratuity Payments	mandatory	Ongoing
$8,800 (initially)	Funeral Expenses	mandatory	Ongoing
$100,000 (existing amount, now fixed and adjusted)	Death Gratuity for Injuries Incurred in Connection with Employee's Service with an Armed Force	mandatory	Ongoing

GLOSSARY

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Death Gratuity: A one-time payment made to the survivors or beneficiaries of a federal employee who dies under specific circumstances, typically in the line of duty.
Funeral Allowance: A payment provided to help cover the costs associated with the funeral and burial of a deceased federal employee.
Line of Duty: Referring to actions or duties performed by a federal employee as part of their official job responsibilities, during which an injury or death occurred.
Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index (PCEPI): A measure of the prices of goods and services purchased by consumers, used as an indicator of inflation by the U.S. government.
Title 5, United States Code: A section of U.S. federal law that deals with the organization of government and federal employees, including their compensation and benefits.
Secretary of Labor: The head of the U.S. Department of Labor, responsible for policies and programs related to workers, wages, and working conditions.

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JUN 12, 25

Introduced in Senate

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JUN 12, 25

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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