Why This Matters
This bill lets the Department of Veterans Affairs give headstones to veterans who are cremated and buried with others. It ensures that these veterans are honored properly at their burial sites.
If you have a loved one who is a cremated veteran, they could receive a headstone if buried with another eligible person.
Affects: Cremated veterans and their families who want a shared headstone.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill allows the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide headstones for certain cremated veterans. 2. Veterans who are cremated and interred with others can receive a headstone or marker. 3. The headstone must include information about both the veteran and the other individual buried there. 4. The cost of the headstone cannot exceed the legal maximum amount. 5. This bill updates existing laws to better support veterans' memorials.
Who is affected?
Cremated veterans and their families who want a shared headstone.