Maryland HB564 establishes consumer protection requirements for pet cremation and burial services.

Maryland HB564, known as the Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act, sets forth consumer protection requirements for registered cemeterians, registered cemetery operators, and permit holders offering pet cremation services or burial lots for pet remains. The bill mandates that these entities provide a written description of available pet cremation services, including a summary of Maryland law, to pet owners and others. It also requires the return of pet cremains with a certificate detailing the cremation process and compliance with industry standards.

Maryland HB564 establishes consumer protection requirements for pet cremation and burial services.

Maryland HB564, known as the Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act, sets forth consumer protection requirements for registered cemeterians, registered cemetery operators, and permit holders offering pet cremation services or burial lots for pet remains. The bill mandates that these entities provide a written description of available pet cremation services, including a summary of Maryland law, to pet owners and others. It also requires the return of pet cremains with a certificate detailing the cremation process and compliance with industry standards.