Indiana · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1609: Disposition of human remains by composting.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1609 is a bill introduced in the Indiana House on January 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Disposition of human remains by composting. Primary sponsor: Kyle Miller (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2025): 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 natural organic reduction 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 natural organic reduction facilities. Adds natural organic reduction to statutes that allow for burial or cremation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Miller | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 82 |
“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 Miller K