SB 17 Summary

• Appropriates $207,052 to the State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors for fiscal year ending June 30, 2013, including $97,441 for regular salaries and $33,057 for personal services matching.

• Authorizes a maximum of 3 employees: one Investigator (Grade C118), one Inspector (Grade C116), and one Fiscal Support Specialist (Grade C112).

• Allocates $76,554 for maintenance and general operations, including $68,840 for operating expenses, $4,764 for conferences and travel, and $2,950 for professional fees.

• Requires the Burial Association Board Executive Secretary and Administrative Specialist III to handle administrative activities for the State Board, with the State Board paying one-half their salaries and matching costs to the Burial Association Board during the first quarter of each fiscal year.

• Declares an emergency clause making the act effective July 1, 2012, with requirements for attorney employment approval and compliance with state procurement and fiscal control laws.