MD HB1220

Excludes "transportation protection agreements" from the definitions of "preneed burial contract" under the Maryland Cemetery Act and "pre-need contract" under the Maryland Morticians and Funeral Directors Act

Defines transportation protection agreements as agreements that primarily provide for coordination and arranging of professional services related to preparation and transportation of human remains, hydrolyzed remains, or soil remains

Explicitly declares that transportation protection agreements sold by registered cemetery or funeral service providers are not insurance contracts and are not subject to regulation under Maryland's Insurance Article

Amends the Business Regulation Article, Health Occupations Article, and Insurance Article to implement these exemptions

Takes effect October 1, 2025