West Virginia 2023 Regular Session

West Virginia House Bill HB2711

Introduced
1/17/23  
Refer
1/17/23  

Caption

Authorizing the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, courtesy card holders and funeral establishment requirements

Impact

The enactment of HB 2711 is expected to enhance regulatory oversight within the funeral services sector by formalizing specific qualifications and operational procedures. By granting the Board of Funeral Service Examiners the authority to establish a legislative rule, the bill aims to streamline the licensing process for professionals within this industry. This could positively influence the quality of funeral services provided to the public by ensuring that practitioners meet established educational and ethical standards.

Summary

House Bill 2711 focuses on the regulatory framework governing funeral services in West Virginia. The bill seeks to authorize the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to formulate and implement a legislative rule that addresses the requirements for funeral directors, embalmers, apprentices, and those holding courtesy cards, as well as the operational standards for funeral establishments. This legislative measure is positioned within a larger context of ensuring compliance and maintaining standards within the state's funeral service industry.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding HB 2711 appears to be supportive, particularly among industry professionals and regulatory bodies who see it as a necessary step in modernizing and enforcing standards within the funeral services landscape. However, there may also be concerns among some stakeholders regarding the implications of additional regulations and whether they could create burdens for small funeral establishments or new entrants in the market.

Contention

Although the transcripts do not reveal significant contention regarding HB 2711, the potential for debate may arise concerning the specifics of the rule to be promulgated by the Board of Funeral Service Examiners. Issues may include the balance between sufficient regulation to protect the public and avoiding excessive bureaucratic measures that could inhibit business operations. Stakeholders might dissect aspects of the rule-making process and contend for the inclusion of specific provisions that reflect the unique needs of local communities.

Companion Bills

WV SB380

Similar To Authorizing Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate legislative rule relating to funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements

Previously Filed As

WV SB380

Authorizing Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate legislative rule relating to funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements

WV HB2303

Relating to authorizing the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements

WV SB383

Board of Funeral Service Examiners rule relating to funeral director, embalmer, apprentice, courtesy card holders, and funeral establishment requirements

WV HB2712

Authorizing the Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate a legislative rule relating to crematory requirements

WV SB381

Authorizing Board of Funeral Service Examiners to promulgate legislative rule relating to crematory requirements

WV SB239

Funeral Directors and Establishments; funeral directors be licensed embalmers; remove the requirement

WV HB2700

To modify requirements of Funeral Service Directors/Embalmers

WV HB5433

To modify requirements of Funeral Service Directors/Embalmers

WV H6340

Funeral Director/embalmer And Funeral Service Establishments

WV SB486

Funeral Directors and Estabishments; funeral directors be licensed embalmers; remove the requirement

Similar Bills

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