Illinois SB1793 mandates the Department of Natural Resources to designate scattering areas for cremated remains in Illinois rivers.
Illinois SB1793 amends the Crematory Regulation Act to require the Department of Natural Resources to designate scattering areas for the deposition of cremated remains in Illinois rivers. These areas must be approved through a permit process. The bill also defines terms such as "cremation chamber," "cremation interment container," "urn," and "scattering area." The legislation aims to accommodate religious practices that require scattering cremated remains in water.
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