New rules for national cemetery burials and disinterment
This act changes rules for burials in national cemeteries, ensuring individuals convicted of serious federal or state crimes cannot be interred there. It requires officials to check public records for eligibility. Additionally, the act mandates the disinterment of George E. Siple's remains from Indiantown Gap National Cemetery and notification of his next-of-kin.
Key points
Individuals convicted of serious federal or state capital crimes will be prohibited from burial or memorialization in National Cemetery Administration or Arlington National Cemetery.
Federal officials must take reasonable action, including searching public records, to ensure eligibility for interment.
The remains of George E. Siple will be disinterred from Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, and his next-of-kin will be notified.
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