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IL SB3153
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Joyce
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Comptroller to issue citations and impose fines up to $10,000 per violation against licensed crematories and cemeteries under the Crematory Regulation Act
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Requires crematory authorities to perform cremations within 60 days of receiving human remains unless otherwise instructed, and to notify the Comptroller and coroner if unable to meet this deadline
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Mandates that cemetery authorities implement standard operating procedures for all employees and establish medical waste management plans
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Upon license revocation or suspension, requires the county coroner or medical examiner to take possession of bodies and cremated remains within 72 hours if no authorized agent can be contacted
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Allows circuit courts to order a willing unit of local government to take over abandoned private cemeteries that have accepted care funds when no receiver is available
Legislative Description
CREMATORY-CEMETERY REGULATION
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/13/2026