The bill, H.B. No. 2673, proposes to amend the Health and Safety Code by repealing certain provisions that restrict the establishment and operation of cemeteries in specific municipalities and counties in Texas. Specifically, it modifies Section 711.008(a) to remove the previous limitations on cemetery operations within certain distances from municipalities with populations ranging from 5,000 to over 200,000. The bill also repeals Sections 711.008(g-3) and (g-4), which previously provided additional regulations regarding cemetery establishment.

As a result of these changes, the bill aims to streamline the regulations surrounding cemetery operations, potentially allowing for greater flexibility in establishing cemeteries near municipalities. The new provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving stakeholders time to adjust to the revised legal framework.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 711.008 (Health and Safety Code 711)