Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 2721: Relating to the deceased, including requirements for donating or claiming bodies or anatomical specimens, the licensing and regulation of persons who provide services or conduct education or research in relation to the deceased, and responsibilities of political subdivisions for certain bodies after death; creating criminal offenses; authorizing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees.

Passed one chamber Last action May 26, 2025: Placed on General State Calendar

Plain-language summary

SB 2721 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on March 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the deceased, including requirements for donating or claiming bodies or anatomical specimens, the licensing and regulation of persons who provide services or conduct education or research in relation to the deceased, and responsibilities of political subdivisions for certain bodies after death; creating criminal offenses; authorizing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees. Primary sponsor: Tan Parker (Republican), Lois Kolkhorst (Republican), Keith Bell (Republican). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 26, 2025): Placed on General State Calendar.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Tan Parker (Republican); Lois Kolkhorst (Republican); Keith Bell (Republican). 6 co-sponsors.