CA AB1615

Establishes licensing and regulation of hydrolysis facilities and hydrolysis facility managers by the Cemetery and Funeral Bureau, with requirements substantially similar to those for crematories, until January 1, 2019.

Expands the definition of crimes related to disposition of human remains to include hydrolyzed remains, and creates new misdemeanor and felony offenses for violations involving hydrolysis facilities.

Requires hydrolysis facilities to maintain identification systems for remains, obtain permits from local and state agencies demonstrating compliance with hazardous waste and water quality standards, and undergo annual inspections by certified unified program agencies.

Specifies fees for hydrolysis facility licensing and regulation, with fees deposited in the Cemetery Fund, and requires facilities to maintain detailed records of all hydrolyses performed for at least 10 years.

Amends Health and Safety Code sections to define hydrolysis-related terms and processes, and allows cremated and hydrolyzed remains to be scattered at sea or kept in private residences under specified conditions.