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AZ HB2181

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Julie Willoughby

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Extends the deadline for funeral establishments to complete and submit death certificates from 7 calendar days to 21 calendar days after receiving possession of human remains
  • Requires completion "as soon as practicable" while establishing the 21-day maximum timeframe
  • Maintains existing 72-hour requirements for medical examiners and health care providers to complete medical certification of death
  • Amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 36-325 relating to vital records and death certificate registration

Legislative Description

Death certificates; funeral establishments; timeline

Last Action

House COM Committee action: Do Pass Amended, voting: (6-4-1-0-0-0)

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/13/2026
Commerce1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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