Requesting That The State Auditor Conduct A Sunrise Analysis Of Funeral Directors And Cemetery Salespersons.
If enacted, this bill would initiate a comprehensive review by the State Auditor to evaluate the implications of introducing licensing requirements for funeral directors and cemetery salespersons. This is expected to lead to a clearer regulatory framework that governs these professions, which may contribute to improved industry standards and consumer protection. The analysis will assess whether these roles should be regulated similarly to other death care professions already licensed in the state.
HCR9 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the Thirty-Second Legislature of Hawaii in 2023. The resolution requests that the State Auditor conduct a sunrise analysis of the need for licensing for funeral directors and cemetery salespersons. Currently, certain professions within the death care industry require licensure, while others, specifically these two roles, do not have any licensure requirements in place. The bill highlights the necessity for greater regulatory oversight due to the sensitive nature of the work involved in death care services.
The resolution points out potential concerns over existing gaps in the regulatory framework governing death care. Stakeholders may have differing opinions on the necessity and benefits of implementing licensure for funeral directors and cemetery salespersons. Proponents of HCR9 may argue that licensing enhances professional accountability and assures quality of service, whereas opponents may express concerns about the additional regulations burdening professionals already operating responsibly in these sensitive fields. The outcome of the analysis could result in legislative proposals aimed at establishing or reforming licensure requirements.