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H7070Introduced in the House

Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Disposition facilities would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.

EngrossedSenate Judiciary

Introduced by Michelle McGaw, District 71

What does this bill do?

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Official description

BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- FUNERAL DIRECTOR/EMBALMER AND FUNERAL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS - Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Disposition facilities would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.

Where it stands

Referred to Senate Judiciary

June 9, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

HouseStage: Passage · May 28, 2026

46

Yes

17

No

12

Absent or Not Voting

75 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Corporations

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (01/27/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (05/21/2026)

  5. Committee recommends passage

  6. Placed on House Calendar (05/28/2026)

  7. House read and passed

  8. Referred to Senate Judiciary

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