scope:

Purpose:

In accordance with the authority in DoD Directive 5124.02, this issuance:

• Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides procedures for DoD cemetery management.

• Establishes the Cemetery Management Board (CMB) for coordinating cemetery management policy and guidance that focuses on industry standards and best practices; administrative and operational procedures; and recommendations on burial and memorialization services.

• Designates the Secretary of the Army as the lead Component head for the establishment of uniform standards, measures, and operating procedures, and for the establishment, operation, and management of the interment and accountability system of record for all DoD cemeteries.