Veteran burial; requiring certain veteran to have been a resident of this state. Effective date.

Summary

The bill establishes a burial assistance program for honorably discharged veterans who were Oklahoma residents at the time of death and lack the funds for a proper interment or cremation. Up to $1,000 per veteran can be reimbursed for burial expenses, with payments drawn from a dedicated revolving fund. The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs will manage applications and the Veterans Commission will set the implementing rules.

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