Bill > SB1630

This bill requires funeral establishments, mortuaries, cemeteries, crematories, and hydrolysis facilities to dispose of human remains within 60 days of a burial transit permit being issued or an affidavit for permit amendment being submitted. The legislation specifically states that the Department of Health is not required to include a specific disposition date on the permit itself. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Health will develop administrative rules to implement this requirement, as is standard practice for new legislative directives. The purpose appears to be establishing a clear timeline for handling deceased remains and ensuring that bodies are not left unattended or unprocessed for extended periods. By setting a 60-day maximum timeframe, the bill aims to promote timely and respectful handling of human remains across various facilities that manage such services.

Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1630&year=2026