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Faster Veteran Death Certificates: Ending Burial Delays

This new law aims to speed up the process of issuing death certificates for veterans who die of natural causes. This will allow veterans' families to arrange burials more quickly and access survivor benefits, avoiding long delays that previously complicated these processes.
Key points
VA physicians and nurse practitioners must certify a veteran's death within 48 hours of learning about it.
If they cannot comply, a coroner or medical examiner can certify the death.
The VA Department will report annually on compliance, identifying reasons for any delays.
The rules aim to ensure quicker burials and access to benefits for veterans' families.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2309
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Burial Timeliness and Death Certificate Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2309.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • VA physicians and nurse practitioners must certify a veteran's death within 48 hours of learning about it.
  • If they cannot comply, a coroner or medical examiner can certify the death.
  • The VA Department will report annually on compliance, identifying reasons for any delays.
  • The rules aim to ensure quicker burials and access to benefits for veterans' families.
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 Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Benefits Health