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Introduced
02/27/2023
02/27/2023
In Committee
03/14/2023
03/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the cremation of human remains by alkaline hydrolysis.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Health and Safety Code and the Occupations Code to allow for the cremation of human remains through alkaline hydrolysis, in addition to the existing method of cremation through direct flame and extreme heat. The bill defines key terms related to alkaline hydrolysis cremation, and authorizes the Texas Funeral Service Commission to adopt rules to regulate this new cremation method. The bill requires the Commission to adopt these rules by December 1, 2023, and the bill takes effect either immediately or on September 1, 2023, depending on the vote of the legislature.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Public Health (on 03/14/2023)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB2895 | 02/27/2023 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB02895I.htm | 02/27/2023 |
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