HB 5278

Relating to the licensing and regulation of persons who provide services in relation to the deceased; creating a criminal offense and increasing the punishment for an existing criminal offense; expanding the application of a fee.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 5278 regulates the licensing and oversight of individuals and entities involved in handling deceased bodies for educational or research purposes. It establishes new definitions, record-keeping requirements, and an enforcement framework, including criminal penalties for violations. The Texas Funeral Service Commission is granted oversight authority, and all entities must comply with strict standards for handling and distribution.

Author

Keith Bell

Contact the Author

Rep. Keith Bell

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0458

Capitol Office:

EXT E2.508

E-Mail:

[email protected]

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