This bill amends Section 144C.5 of the Iowa Code regarding the final disposition of a decedent's remains. It specifies that the right to control the final disposition or make arrangements for the ceremony after a decedent's death is granted to competent adults, with the exception of individuals who are prohibited from acting as a designee under section 144C.8. The language in the bill replaces the previous wording, clarifying that eligibility is contingent upon the absence of any prohibitive conditions.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new subsection that explicitly states that individuals who are ineligible to serve as a designee, as outlined in a decedent's declaration, will not have the right to control the final disposition of the remains. This change aims to ensure that only appropriate individuals are granted authority over such sensitive matters, thereby enhancing the integrity of the decision-making process following a death.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 144C.5