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HB 564·MD·house

Pet Cremation and Burial Services - Requirements (Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act)

Signed into LawFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: Allen
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 547

Apr 10, 2026

Summary

The Pet Cremation and Burial Services Consumer Protection Act mandates that any registered cemeterian, cemetery operator, or permit holder offering pet cremation or burial must give owners and referral sources a clear written description of the services offered. It defines private, individual‑partitioned, and communal cremations and prohibits misleading or incomplete disclosures. Violations trigger fines that increase with repeat offenses, up to $15,000 and possible imprisonment for a third offense.

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