Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

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.

In committee Last action April 14, 2025: Withdrawn from schedule

Plain-language summary

HB 5278 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: 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. Primary sponsor: Keith Bell (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2025): Withdrawn from schedule.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Keith Bell (Republican).