North Carolina S256 modifies the definition and regulation of transportation protection agreements for funeral services.

North Carolina S256 modifies the definition and regulation of transportation protection agreements for funeral services. The bill redefines "transportation protection agreement" as an agreement that coordinates and arranges professional services for the preparation and transportation of human remains. It excludes these agreements from the definition of "preneed funeral contract" and specifies that they are not subject to certain insurance regulations. The changes apply to agreements entered into after the bill's effective date of October 1, 2025.

North Carolina S256 modifies the definition and regulation of transportation protection agreements for funeral services.

North Carolina S256 modifies the definition and regulation of transportation protection agreements for funeral services. The bill redefines "transportation protection agreement" as an agreement that coordinates and arranges professional services for the preparation and transportation of human remains. It excludes these agreements from the definition of "preneed funeral contract" and specifies that they are not subject to certain insurance regulations. The changes apply to agreements entered into after the bill's effective date of October 1, 2025.