2026 Senate Bill 1068

Occupations: mortuary science; crematory ownership and regulation; modify.

A bill to amend 1968 PA 251, entitled “Cemetery regulation act,” by amending section 2 (MCL 456.522), as amended by 2008 PA 478.

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Senate Bills 1060 - 1071 updates Michigan's Occupational Code for funeral services by establishing a separate funeral directing license, enhancing education and training requirements, clarifying permissible activities for out-of-state practitioners, and strengthening professional and public health standards.

Introduced in the Senate

June 23, 2026

Introduced by Sen. Sylvia Santana (D-2) and two co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Michael Webber (R-9) and Kevin Hertel (D-12)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs