Indiana bills · 2026 Regular Session
Indiana HB 1240
Dissolution of human remains.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Mark Genda (Republican)
Cosponsors (2)
- Carey Hamilton (Democratic)
- Edward Clere (Independent)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Indiana legislature· Digest
Amends the definition of cremation to include alkaline hydrolysis as a means for the dissolution of human remains. Requires the state board of funeral and cemetery service to adopt rules governing the operation of alkaline hydrolysis facilities. Adds alkaline hydrolysis to statutes that allow for burial or cremation.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 5, 2026 · House
First reading: referred to Committee on Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development - Jan 5, 2026 · House
Authored by Representative Genda - Jan 5, 2026 · House
Coauthored by Representatives Clere, Hamilton