This bill amends the Health and Safety Code and the Occupations Code to include provisions for the cremation of human remains through alkaline hydrolysis, in addition to traditional cremation methods. Key definitions are updated to clarify that "cremated remains" or "cremains" consist of essential elements, including bone fragments, and that "cremation" encompasses both the traditional process and alkaline hydrolysis. The bill also specifies that a "crematory" includes facilities equipped for alkaline hydrolysis and mandates the Texas Funeral Service Commission to establish rules governing this new method of cremation.

Furthermore, the bill allows the commission to modify existing cremation procedures to accommodate alkaline hydrolysis and requires the establishment of specific rules regarding the cremation process and the containers used. The commission is tasked with implementing these changes by December 1, 2025. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 711.001, Health and Safety Code 716.001, Health and Safety Code 716.002, Occupations Code 651.001, Occupations Code 651.651 (Health and Safety Code 716, Health and Safety Code 711, Occupations Code 651)