The bill proposes the establishment of a burial medallion program for veterans in North Dakota, specifically aimed at recognizing members of the National Guard or National Guard Reserve who are not buried in the state veterans' cemetery and do not qualify for other medallions from state or federal veterans' affairs departments. The program will be administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs, which will provide a durable medallion that can be attached to existing headstones or grave markers to signify the individual's veteran status.

The new legal language introduced in this bill includes definitions and provisions for the medallion program, ensuring that veterans who fall into the specified category receive appropriate recognition for their service. This initiative aims to honor the contributions of National Guard members and enhance the visibility of their service, even if they are not interred in designated veterans' cemeteries.