# Most veterans qualify for burial benefits, but they’re rarely used

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**Created:** [October 9, 2026, 5:27pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/most-veterans-qualify-for-burial-benefits-but-they-re-rarely-used/4332 "2026-10-09T17:27:57Z")\
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“There are 157 federal veterans cemeteries that are run by the VA, in addition to a lot of state veterans cemeteries,” said Mike Meese…[Most veterans qualify for burial benefits, but they’re rarely used - Federal News Network](https://federalnewsnetwork.com/benefits/2026/10/most-veterans-qualify-for-burial-benefits-but-theyre-rarely-used/)