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VT H0244

VT H0244
An act relating to authorizing the natural organic reduction of human remains


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Introduced
02/11/2021
In Committee
05/11/2022
Crossed Over
03/16/2022
Passed
05/11/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/12/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Session

Bill Summary

This bill proposes to allow for the permanent disposition of human remains by natural organic reduction. It would give operators of natural organic reduction facilities the same rights and responsibilities as the operators of crematory establishments.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to allow for the permanent disposition of human remains by natural organic reduction. It would give operators of natural organic reduction facilities the same rights and responsibilities as the operators of crematory establishments. The bill defines "natural organic reduction" as the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil, and it makes various amendments to the existing laws governing cemeteries, funeral services, and the disposition of remains in order to accommodate this new method of disposition.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

House message: Governor approved bill on June 2, 2022 (on 05/12/2022)

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