2026 Senate Bill 1069

Occupations: mortuary science; references to article 18 of the occupational code cemetery regulation act; revise.

A bill to amend 1968 PA 251, entitled “Cemetery regulation act,” by amending section 18 (MCL 456.538), 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. Roger Victory (R-31) and three co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Michael Webber (R-9), Kevin Hertel (D-12) and Sylvia Santana (D-2)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs