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No Military Honors for Capitol Riot Felons

This bill amends existing law to prohibit military honors at the funerals, burials, or inurnments of individuals convicted of felonies committed on January 6, 2021, at the U.S. Capitol. This means that those found guilty of such serious crimes will not be eligible for traditional military posthumous ceremonies, affecting how the nation honors its citizens.
Key points
Individuals convicted of felonies committed on January 6, 2021, at the Capitol will not receive military honors after death.
The change applies to funerals, burials, and inurnments, impacting posthumous ceremonies.
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Additional Information
No Honor for Treason Act
Print number: HR 2246
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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Key Questions about No Military Honors for Capitol Riot Felons

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2246.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals convicted of felonies committed on January 6, 2021, at the Capitol will not receive military honors after death.
  • The change applies to funerals, burials, and inurnments, impacting posthumous ceremonies.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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