DEATH CARE DISPOSITION
A variety of disposition options are allowable in the United States. The list is changing and being updated regularly. If you would like more information, please visit your state government website and search for the Mortuary Board in your state of interest, or visit this site if you need help when a death has occurred.
CLICK BELOW ON YOUR STATE OF INTEREST FOR LAWS AND MORE INFORMATION.
LOCATION OF
DECEASED BY STATE
FUNERAL DIRECTOR REQUIRED
EMBALMING
REQUIRED
DISPOSITION
TYPES ALLOWED
HOME BURIAL
ALLOWED
Traditional Burial
Cremation
Green Burial
Aquamation
Natural Organic Reduction
*Federal law does not require embalming under any circumstances. Please check with your state for local requirements.
You may also visit: US State Requirements for Home Funerals - NATIONAL HOME FUNERAL ALLIANCE
Funeral Directors are typically required to handle public health records and a number of other matters.