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Subcommittee advances bill to clarify next-of-kin authority for funeral arrangements
Summary
The subcommittee voted 7–0 to report House Bill 2246, a measure that sets timelines and criteria to resolve disputes among next of kin over funeral arrangements and gives funeral homes clearer authority when families do not reach agreement within 30 days.
House Bill 2246, presented by Delegate Runyon, would clarify the process for funeral homes and local authorities when there is disagreement among next of kin about final arrangements for a deceased person. The measure lays out timelines and criteria intended to help funeral homes proceed when families cannot reach agreement and to avoid prolonged refrigeration or indefinite holding of remains.
Advocates from funeral-industry groups testified in favor. Scott Johnson of Service Corporation International told the subcommittee that the bill…
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