Cemeteries and funerals: other; consent for subcontracting care of a decedent; require. Amends secs. 1805 & 1810 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1805 & 339.1810).

HB 5077 requires funeral directors to obtain written consent from a decedent’s next of kin or legal representative before subcontracting care of the body to another funeral home or facility. The consent form must include the subcontractor’s contact details, the reason for subcontracting, any changes to services or costs, and a signature. This applies to all subcontracting scenarios, replacing previous requirements under Section 1805(2) of Michigan’s Occupational Code. The bill directly affects funeral directors who outsource services and ensures families have clear, documented approval before care is transferred.