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H.Res. 492 (112th)

Expressing the firm belief that disposing of any part of the remains of a deceased member of the Armed Forces as medical waste is repugnant, disrespectful and should not to be tolerated.

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12 December 2011

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

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6 June 2025

Summary

Expresses the firm belief that: (1) disposing any part of the remains of a deceased member of the Armed Forces as medical waste is repugnant, disrespectful, and intolerable; (2) such practice should cease and all military branches should take steps to prevent the recurrence of such repugnant acts, including cessation of any further association with the mortuary in question; and (3) information should be provided promptly, respectfully, and with contrition to any family member of a deceased member of the Armed Forces who inquires after the treatment of remains left in the care of the military or otherwise.

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