H7070

Provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Disposition facilities would be used for either cremation or natural organic reduction.

Chamber Passed·5/28/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7070 regulates the operation and duties of natural organic reduction facilities for human remains.

Rhode Island H7070 provides for the operation and duties of natural organic reduction facilities for the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Disposition facilities would be used for either cremation, alkaline hydrolysis, or natural organic reduction. The bill outlines the requirements for these facilities, including the need for a license and regular inspections. It also specifies the process for handling human remains, including the issuance of permits and the handling of cremated remains. The bill takes effect on January 30, 2028.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 46–17 · May 28
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Passage

46 Yea

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17 Nay

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12 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 21

12:00 AM

House Corporations Consideration

Jan 27

12:00 AM

House Corporations Hearing

History

Jun 9

Senate

Referred to Senate Judiciary

May 28

House

House read and passed

May 22

House

Placed on House Calendar (05/28/2026)