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HB 1011

Funeral director assistants; authorize to perform all activities of funeral directors with certain exceptions.

2025 Regular Session

Mississippi bill would have allowed funeral director assistants to perform most licensed funeral director duties with limited exceptions, but died in committee.

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Bill Summary · HB 1011

Legislative bill overview

HB 1011 would have authorized funeral director assistants in Mississippi to perform virtually all activities that licensed funeral directors perform, with only certain specified exceptions. The bill died in the Business and Commerce Committee on February 4, 2025, without advancing further in the legislative process.

Why is this important

This proposal directly affects consumer protection and professional licensing in the funeral services industry. Expanding assistant duties could reduce costs for funeral services and increase accessibility, but also raises questions about oversight, training requirements, and consumer safety in an industry handling sensitive matters and human remains.

Potential points of contention

  • Licensing and training standards – Unclear whether assistants would need additional education or certification to perform funeral director tasks, or if current assistant qualifications would suffice
  • Consumer protection gaps – Funeral director licenses exist partly to ensure professionals meet ethical and competency standards; broadening assistant authority without corresponding requirements could leave consumers vulnerable
  • Industry economics – Established funeral directors may oppose this as it could reduce demand for their services and create wage pressure, while funeral home operators might support cost-saving measures

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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