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OK HB2571

Bill

Status

Passed

4/20/2010

Primary Sponsor

Gary Banz

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Enacts the "Oklahoma Missing in America Act" to address disposition of unclaimed cremated remains of military veterans in Oklahoma.

  • Amends cremation laws to allow funeral establishments to transfer unclaimed veteran remains to charitable organizations approved by the Military Department for dignified funeral services at veterans cemeteries.

  • Requires charitable organizations receiving veteran remains to be listed as tax-exempt under Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code.

  • Discharges funeral establishments from legal obligation or liability upon transferring unclaimed veteran cremated remains to an approved charitable organization.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2010.

Legislative Description

Professions and occupations; creating the Oklahoma Missing in America Act. Effective date.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

Approved by Governor 04/19/2010

4/20/2010

Committee Referrals

Veterans and Military Affairs2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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