I think you will find that there have always been heartless people who were willing to destroy a cemetery to make room for something else, or to keep from having to maintain it. The only difference is that there wasn't the opportunity for the media to expose them back in those days. And there probably weren't any laws, either. I guess we should be thankful that we have 'some' protection on the books, even if it has several loopholes. Is there anyone on here that is from or working on Montgomery County? I have a family cemetery that no longer exists where I believe several of my ancestors are buried, including a Revolutionary War veteran. I'd appreciate a private e-mail if anyone is working on Montgomery Co. And unless the law specifically states WHO is responsible for the designation on the deeds, no one will take responsibility. My guess is it falls on the attorney/abstractor who prepares it... Thanks, everyone....and keep up the good work. Do we have any ideas on proposed legislation for this year? The short session begins next week. -Kyle