SB950

Providing for disclosure of cremation services for deceased animals, for distribution and certification, for required notices, for holding facility standards, for recordkeeping requirements, and for enforcement; and imposing penalties.

Introduced·7/23/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB950 establishes regulations for cremation services for deceased animals, including disclosure, distribution, certification, notices.

Pennsylvania SB950, the Companion Animal Cremation Consumer Protection Act, mandates that providers of cremation services for deceased animals furnish a written description of services to animal owners at the time of referral or acceptance. Providers must also distribute a written notice specifying the rights provided under the act. The act requires certification by providers and intermediaries, and outlines holding facility standards to protect animal remains. Recordkeeping requirements mandate that providers maintain detailed records for each cremation performed.

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Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure Committee
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History

Jul 23, 2025

Senate

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure