HB854

Mississippi HB854 would allow funeral director assistants to perform all activities of funeral directors except making funeral arrangements.

Mississippi HB854 amends Section 73-11-65 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to authorize funeral director assistants to perform all activities of funeral directors except for making funeral arrangements. This change would allow funeral director assistants to undertake various tasks under the supervision of a licensed funeral director. The bill aims to expand the scope of duties for funeral director assistants while maintaining certain restrictions. This act would be in force from July 1, 2026.