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GA SR104
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/29/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jim Butterworth
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AI Summary
- Creates the Senate Crematoria Study Committee, composed of three Senate members appointed by the President of the Senate, with one designated as chairperson
- Directs the committee to study issues related to the growing trend of cremation facilities being built outside traditional funeral home or cemetery settings, including in industrial parks and near residential areas
- Addresses concerns about health and safety impacts of crematoria, including emissions of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, particulate matter, mercury, and dioxins, as well as noise and odor issues
- Notes that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has determined that crematoriums do not require federal regulation, prompting the need for state-level review of zoning, land use, and related matters
- Requires the committee to report findings and proposed legislation by December 1, 2012, at which point the committee stands abolished; committee expenses are limited to five days unless additional days are authorized
Legislative Description
Joint Crematoria Study Committee; create
Last Action
Senate Passed/Adopted
3/29/2012
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services2/7/2011
Full Bill Text
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