Bill > HB1217

This bill introduces several consumer protection measures related to funeral services in Colorado. First, it clarifies the definition of a "transportation protection agreement" as a separate type of contract from a preneed contract, specifically describing it as an arrangement by a third party for preparing or transporting human remains. Second, the bill establishes that a funeral director who commits theft of a client's money for funeral services will be considered to have engaged in a deceptive trade practice under both the Colorado Consumer Protection Act and the Mortuary Science Code, which could result in legal penalties. The bill also amends the timeline for obtaining a provisional license in mortuary science, extending the deadline for demonstrating 4,000 hours of work experience from January 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027. These changes aim to provide clearer definitions, stronger consumer protections, and additional time for professionals to meet licensing requirements in the funeral services industry. The bill would take effect after the standard 90-day legislative period, with a potential referendum option for voters in November 2026 if challenged.

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https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb25-1217