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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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Additional Information
Final Honors Act of 2025
Print number: HR 3642
Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
Process start date: 2025-05-29
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Honoring Fallen Soldiers: Remains May Lie in Honor at Capitol

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 3642.

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 2025-05-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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