2026 Senate Bill 1070

Occupations: mortuary science; references to article 18 of the occupational code in the insurance code of 1956; revise.

A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled “The insurance code of 1956,” by amending section 2080 (MCL 500.2080), as amended by 2023 PA 167.

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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