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BOE-A-2026-7124 ·28 March 2026 ·Act critical
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State recognition for those deceased or injured in defence of democracy

The regulation validates Royal Decree-Law 6/2026, which amends Law 20/2022 on Democratic Memory. It establishes recognition for individuals who died or suffered disabling injuries due to their participation in the defence and advocacy of democracy. This recognition includes the right to compensation and the formal validation of their role in the historical process (Art. 2 of the Royal Decree-Law). This change allows for the legal formalisation and recognition of these individuals' contributions within the context of the Civil War.

In 2 key points

  1. Legal recognition for those deceased or injured in defence of democracy (art. 2 del Real Decreto-ley 6/2026)
  2. Access to compensation for participation in the defence and advocacy of democracy (art. 3 del Real Decreto-ley 6/2026)

How it affects those involved

Families of those deceased or injured during democratic defence activities obtain legal recognition and access to compensation. Public administrations must formalise the validation process for these cases. Legal advisors and representatives must update their procedures to manage recognition applications. The social assistance sector and memory services may expand their scope of coverage.

Lifecycle

2026-03-28PublishedPublished in the BOE
2026-04-01Into forceComes into force (disposición final del Real Decreto-ley 6/2026)
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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