Presidential Memorial Certificates available

Senator Jim Alesi (55th District) announced the availability of the Presidential Memorial Certificate for the family members and loved ones of deceased veterans.

A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate, signed by the current president to honor the memory of an honorably discharged deceased veteran. The Department of Veterans Affairs administers the PMC Program through the National Cemetery Administration and prepares the certificates, which bear President George W. Bush's signature, expressing our country's grateful recognition of the veteran's service in the United States Armed Forces.

Eligible recipients include the deceased veteran's next of kin and loved ones and may apply for a PMC in person at any regional office of Veterans Affairs or by mail only. Requests cannot be made by email. Up to 20 certificates may be provided in each individual deceased veteran's name. There is no charge.

There is no form to use when requesting a PMC. A written request is required and a copy of the veteran's discharge and death certificate must be enclosed. Submit copies only, as the Department of Veterans Affairs cannot return original documents.

If you would like to request a Presidential Memorial Certificate, and are unable to reach a regional office of Veterans Affairs, a PMC may be applied for by fax by sending all supporting documents, including a copy of discharge and death certificates, to: (202) 565-8054; or by mail by sending all supporting documents using either the United States Postal Service or a commercial mail service, such as one of the overnight of express delivery services, to: Presidential Memorial Certificates (41A1C), Department of Veterans Affairs, 5109 Russell Road, Quantico, Virginia 22134-3903.