The bill SB107 amends the Code of Alabama 1975 concerning the Alabama Board of Funeral Services, introducing several key changes aimed at enhancing regulatory oversight and consumer protection in the funeral services industry. Notably, the bill authorizes the board to impose an administrative fee of up to $30 on funeral establishments for each arranged funeral, effective June 1, 2026. It also significantly increases various fees, including raising the initial application fee from $198 to $500 and the renewal fee from $99 to $500. Additionally, certificate holders are now required to file annual statements regarding their preneed activities, and the board is granted the authority to mandate further reports as necessary.

Moreover, the bill modifies the requirements for financial statements and compliance for preneed sales agents, allowing for the waiver of financial statement requirements under certain conditions. It establishes penalties for non-compliance, with fines of up to $50 per day for failing to file required statements. The previous requirement for a single annual report by July 1 has been removed, granting the board discretion over the frequency of these reports. The bill also increases the application and renewal fees for preneed sales agents from $33 to $200 and outlines specific qualifications for applicants, including age, moral character, and a criminal background check. Overall, SB107 aims to strengthen the regulatory framework governing preneed contracts and sales agents while ensuring better oversight and consumer protection.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-13-30, 34-13-191, 34-13-192, 34-13-199
Engrossed: 34-13-30, 34-13-191, 34-13-192, 34-13-199
Enrolled: 34-13-30, 34-13-191, 34-13-192, 34-13-199