Indiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1240: Dissolution of human remains.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1240 is a bill introduced in the Indiana House on January 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Dissolution of human remains. Primary sponsor: Mark Genda (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 5, 2026): First reading: referred to Committee on Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Amends the definition of cremation to include alkaline hydrolysis as a means for the dissolution of human remains. Requires the state board of funeral and cemetery service to adopt rules governing the operation of alkaline hydrolysis facilities. Adds alkaline hydrolysis to statutes that allow for burial or cremation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Genda | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Ed Clere | Co-sponsor | Independent | House | 72 |
| Carey Hamilton | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 87 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- First reading: referred to Committee on Commerce, Small Business and Economic Development
- Authored by Representative Genda
- Coauthored by Representatives Clere, Hamilton