Ohio HB582 amends cremation authorization laws, detailing requirements for cremation authorization forms and clarifying immunity for crematory.

Ohio HB582 revises the state's cremation authorization laws, specifying the information and statements that must be included in a cremation authorization form. The bill outlines the circumstances under which crematory operators, crematory facilities, funeral directors, and funeral homes are not liable in damages for refusing to accept a body or perform a cremation. It also clarifies that a cremation authorization form does not constitute a contract for conducting the cremation or for the final disposition of cremated remains.

Ohio HB582 amends cremation authorization laws, detailing requirements for cremation authorization forms and clarifying immunity for crematory.

Ohio HB582 revises the state's cremation authorization laws, specifying the information and statements that must be included in a cremation authorization form. The bill outlines the circumstances under which crematory operators, crematory facilities, funeral directors, and funeral homes are not liable in damages for refusing to accept a body or perform a cremation. It also clarifies that a cremation authorization form does not constitute a contract for conducting the cremation or for the final disposition of cremated remains.