Final Honors Act of 2025

The "Final Honors Act of 2025" establishes a process for certain members of the Armed Forces who die in the line of duty to lie in honor in the rotunda of the United States Capitol. This solemn tribute is initiated at the request of the primary surviving next of kin of the fallen service member. The bill specifies that this honor applies to those who die from an injury incurred in the line of duty, with certain exclusions. The relevant Secretary is responsible for notifying the primary surviving next of kin about this option. The Architect of the Capitol , under the direction of the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate, will oversee the arrangements, including determining the date and time, and establishing regulations to identify the primary next of kin. This Act will apply to members of the Armed Forces who die on or after its enactment date.