Relating to funeral services; to amend Section 34-13-122, Code of Alabama 1975; to define dignified and hum...
This means families can expect recognized efforts to properly manage the remains of their loved ones who served in the military.
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HB 129 — Relating to funeral services; to amend Section 34-13-122, Code of Alabama 1975; to define dignified and humane manner for the disposition of cremated remains; and to mandate best efforts to identify the unclaimed cremated remains of Alabama veterans eligible for burial in a state or national military cemetery.
Last action — Enacted as 2023-491
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 21, 2023. Enacted.
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1 sponsor
1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 R).
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 1 recorded vote so far.
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In plain language
The bill addresses the handling of unclaimed cremated remains of veterans in Alabama.
This bill defines how to respectfully dispose of cremated remains and requires efforts to identify unclaimed veterans' remains for burial. It aims to ensure that veterans receive dignified treatment after death.
What this means for you
- Workers: The bill may influence funeral service workers by establishing guidelines for the respectful handling of cremated remains.
- Families: This means families can expect recognized efforts to properly manage the remains of their loved ones who served in the military.
Summary
Related to funeral services, disposition of unclaimed cremated remains of veterans.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
92 added · 83 removedPlain-language change summary
The amended version of Bill HB 129 now clearly defines what constitutes a "dignified and humane manner" for handling cremated remains. Additionally, it requires funeral service providers to make their best efforts to identify unclaimed ashes of Alabama veterans who are eligible for burial in military cemeteries. These changes are significant because they aim to ensure respectful treatment of cremated remains and honor the memory of veterans by facilitating their proper burial.
HB129 INTRODUCEDENROLLED 5LHXM3-15LHXM3-2 By Representatives Paschal, Harrison, Robertson, Treadaway, Pettus, McClammy RFD:
21-Mar-23 2023 Regular Session Page 0 5LHXM3-1HB129 03/07/2023Enrolled MAPEnrolled, (L)An MAPAct, 2022-52413 2Relating 4to SYNOPSIS:funeral services;
Existing law provides that, after 60 days from the date of cremation, if the authorizing agent has not claimed the cremated remains or specified the ultimate disposition of the remains, the funeral establishment or entity in possession of the remains may dispose of the remains in a dignified and humane manner and in accordance with any applicable law.
This bill would define "dignified and humane manner" and would mandate best efforts to identify the unclaimed cremated remains of Alabama veterans eligible for burial in a state or national military cemetery.
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT Relating to funeral services;
Page 1 HB129 INTRODUCED BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA:
If, after 60 days from the date of cremation, the authorizing agent or his or her representative has not specified the ultimate disposition or claimed the cremated remains, the funeral establishment or Page 1 HB129 Enrolled entity in possession of the cremated remains may dispose of the cremated remains in a dignified and humane manner and in accordance with any state, county, or municipal laws or provisions regarding the disposal of cremated remains.
A record of this disposition shall be made and keptmaintained by the entity making the disposition for a Page 2 HB129 INTRODUCED period of five years.
(e) The remains of an eligible veteran may be transported to a state or national veterans cemetery for interment or released for interment to a veterans service organization or a nonprofit organization approved by the Page 2 HB129 Enrolled Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs." Section 2.
Page 3 HB129 Enrolled ________________________________________________ Speaker of the House of Representatives ________________________________________________ President and Presiding Officer of the Senate House of Representatives I hereby certify that the within Act originated in and was passed by the House 25-May-23.
John Treadwell Clerk Senate 31-May-23 Passed Page 4
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The bill clarifies the procedure for the disposition of cremated remains and mandates efforts to identify unclaimed remains of veterans.
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Section 34-13-122
in a dignified and humane manner and in accordance with any state, county, or municipal laws or provisions regarding the disposal of cremated remains.→ in a dignified and humane manner. For purposes of this section, a dignified and humane manner of disposition includes, but is not limited to, placement in an appropriate mausoleum, crypt, vault, columbarium niche, or inground site.The change defines what constitutes a dignified and humane manner for disposing of cremated remains.
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Section 34-13-122
The remains of an eligible veteran may be transported to a state or national veterans cemetery for interment or released for interment to a veterans service organization or a nonprofit organization approved by the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.The bill adds a new requirement for funeral establishments to identify unclaimed cremated remains of veterans before disposal.
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Section 34-13-122
the funeral establishment shall use best efforts to determine whether the remains belong to a United States military veteran who is eligible for burial in a veterans cemetery.→ the funeral establishment is authorized to disclose identifying information to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs, or to a veterans service organization or a nonprofit organization approved by the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.This addition allows funeral establishments to share information to identify veterans' remains.
Action History
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Sponsors
- Kenneth Paschal · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 139 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (139)
139 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| R | 70 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| D | 22 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 97 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| % of votes cast | 95% | 0% | 0% | 5% |
How each member voted (102)
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 129 do?
- Related to funeral services, disposition of unclaimed cremated remains of veterans.
- Who sponsors HB 129?
- HB 129 is sponsored by Kenneth Paschal (R).
- What is the current status of HB 129?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced March 21, 2023. Enacted.
- Where can I track HB 129?
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