Honoring Fallen Soldiers: Remains May Lie in Honor at Capitol
This new act allows for the remains of U.S. Armed Forces members who die in the line of duty to lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol rotunda. This decision will be made at the request of the primary surviving next of kin, offering families a public way to mourn and pay tribute. The act applies to service members who die on or after its enactment date.
Key points
Families of fallen service members can request their remains lie in honor at the Capitol.
The act applies to service members who die on or after its effective date.
The Architect of the Capitol will manage the arrangements and establish regulations.
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