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SB 344: Disposition of human remains: scattering at sea.
What SB 344 does, verified August 15, 2026
This bill would amend the law to clarify that scattering of cremated human remains or hydrolyzed human remains is not allowed from a dock attached to the shore. Existing law already allows for scattering at sea, but this bill would further specify the definition of "at sea" to exclude shore-based docks. The bill does not impose a state-mandated local program, but it would require no reimbursement for certain costs.
Bill journey
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5GovernorPending
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Last action: Ordered to third reading. (2026-08-13)Alert me
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| Aug. 13, 2026 | Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | From inactive file. |
| Aug. 12, 2026 | Notice of intention to remove from inactive file given by Assembly Member Ward. |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Ordered to inactive file on request of Assembly Member Garcia. |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Read second time. Ordered to consent calendar. |