VA Hikes Cash Allowance for Veterans' Grave Liners
Published Date: 2/11/2026
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Summary
Starting January 1, 2026, the VA is updating the money it pays for outer burial receptacles (OBRs) used in veterans' cemeteries. This allowance matches the average cost of government-provided graveliners from 2025, minus some admin fees. Veterans and their families using VA or VA-funded cemeteries will see this change when arranging burials in 2026.
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