HB 747 Hawaii House · 2026 Regular Session

RELATING TO HUMAN REMAINS.

HB 747 allows natural organic reduction (a process that turns human remains into nutrient-rich soil using natural methods) as a legal disposal option for bodies. This bill directly affects individuals and families seeking alternatives to traditional burial or cremation. The key provision establishes a regulatory framework for facilities offering this method, ensuring safety and environmental standards. The bill is currently pending in the legislature, having been introduced in January 2025 and carried over to the next session.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 17, 2025 Last action Dec 8, 2025
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Jan 21, 2025
Committee
Referred to HLT, CPC, JHA, referral sheet 2
lower
Jan 21, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Pass First Reading.
lower
Jan 17, 2025
Introduced
Pending introduction.
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Luke Evslin
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HI
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