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DD Form 3046 Disposition of Remains Election Statement Initial Notification of Identified Partial Remains
What Is DD Form 3046?
This is a form that was released by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) on January 1, 2019. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DA Form 3046 , is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DoD.
FAQ
Q: What is DD Form 3046?A: DD Form 3046 is a document used for the disposition of remains election statement.
Q: What does the DD Form 3046 determine?A: The DD Form 3046 determines how a deceased military member's remains will be handled and disposed of.
Q: Does the DD Form 3046 apply to partial remains?A: Yes, the DD Form 3046 can also be used for the initial notification of identified partial remains.
Q: What is the purpose of the initial notification of identified partial remains?A: The purpose of the initial notification of identified partial remains is to inform relevant parties about the discovery of partial remains and to begin the process of determining their disposition.
Q: Who is responsible for completing the DD Form 3046?A: The next of kin or authorized representative of the deceased military member is responsible for completing the DD Form 3046.
Form Details:
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