Authorizes natural organic reduction as a disposition method.

The bill authorizes the use of natural organic reduction as a method for the disposition of human remains in Ohio. It defines natural organic reduction as the process of converting human or animal remains into soil using natural decomposition. The bill also includes provisions for the operation and regulation of crematories and reduction facilities, including licensing requirements and standards for the handling of remains. It specifies that no person shall be held criminally or civilly liable for actions taken in reliance on a properly executed antemortem cremation authorization form.

Authorizes natural organic reduction as a disposition method.

The bill authorizes the use of natural organic reduction as a method for the disposition of human remains in Ohio. It defines natural organic reduction as the process of converting human or animal remains into soil using natural decomposition. The bill also includes provisions for the operation and regulation of crematories and reduction facilities, including licensing requirements and standards for the handling of remains. It specifies that no person shall be held criminally or civilly liable for actions taken in reliance on a properly executed antemortem cremation authorization form.