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SB 1017 is the most significant preneed legislation Michigan has seen in 20 years. The 30-day full-refund window is a big consumer win, but the 10% cancellation cap may actually hurt smaller funeral homes more than large chains — we should be advocating for a sliding scale based on services already delivered.
Ohio HB 312 passing the House is huge. Alkaline hydrolysis is legal in 21 states now — the momentum is real. For those tracking Michigan HB 4521: Ohio is the model to cite. They included environmental discharge standards that satisfied the wastewater treatment concerns. Michigan should copy that framework exactly.
What's the actual timeline for the Michigan Board of Mortuary Science to update the cremation technician continuing education requirements if HB 4521 passes? Has anyone spoken directly with the MBMS about the rule-making process? The 12-month implementation window seems optimistic.
State of Deathcare — Michigan, May 2026: Five bills in active session touching funeral homes, cemeteries, and cremation. SB 892 is furthest along (Senate floor). SB 1017 public hearing was productive; expect amendments on the cancellation fee cap. HB 4521 still in committee — need more testimony from operators. Show up.