Minnesota HF3958 allows private and public cemeteries to bury certain animals in green burials.

Minnesota HF3958 amends state statutes to allow private and public cemeteries to bury certain animals in green burials. The bill permits the burial of deceased dogs, cats, and chickens in biodegradable containers or shrouds, provided they are not embalmed and are not enclosed in a vault or outer burial container. The cremated remains of these animals can also be buried with human remains under the same conditions. Chickens buried under this provision are exempt from certain state rules.

Minnesota HF3958 allows private and public cemeteries to bury certain animals in green burials.

Minnesota HF3958 amends state statutes to allow private and public cemeteries to bury certain animals in green burials. The bill permits the burial of deceased dogs, cats, and chickens in biodegradable containers or shrouds, provided they are not embalmed and are not enclosed in a vault or outer burial container. The cremated remains of these animals can also be buried with human remains under the same conditions. Chickens buried under this provision are exempt from certain state rules.