HB 4774 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the administration of perpetual care trust funds for capital improvements at perpetual care cemeteries.

This bill would allow perpetual care cemeteries to seek court approval to use trust funds for major capital improvements (like new facilities or repairs), rather than restricting funds to routine maintenance only. Currently, trust money can only cover ongoing care and property upkeep. To approve such requests, courts must ensure the improvements won't harm the cemetery's ability to provide perpetual care and that they benefit both the cemetery and families buried there. It directly affects perpetual care cemeteries and the families relying on their long-term maintenance services.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
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Governor
Introduced Apr 3, 2025 Last action Apr 23, 2025
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Apr 23, 2025
Lower · Passed
Left pending in committee
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Apr 23, 2025
Lower · Passed
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Apr 3, 2025
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Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
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Apr 3, 2025
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John Smithee
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