The proposed bill would amend current statutes regarding the final disposition of human remains, specifically extending the timeline for funeral establishments or responsible persons to submit a death certificate from seven calendar days to fourteen business days. Additionally, it introduces new requirements for obtaining a disposition-transit permit when an unborn child is expelled or extracted at a hospital or abortion clinic, provided certain conditions are met, such as the gestational period being less than 20 weeks and the woman's authorization for the transfer of remains. Furthermore, the bill clarifies that human remains moved from an abortion clinic must be accompanied by a release form from the clinic, and it allows for the removal of remains without a permit under specific conditions. It also specifies that the responsibility for funeral arrangements for a minor falls to the parent unless there is a legal decision-making award or a parenting plan in place. The bill includes technical and conforming changes to existing language and will take effect on the general effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-329, 36-2153, 36-325
House Engrossed Version: 36-329, 36-2153, 36-325