Illinois legislators introduce bill to address funeral home scandal
Illinois Senate Democrats plan to hold a funeral home accountable for its actions. Senate Democrats filed a bill after a funeral home scandal in downstate Carlinville.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Illinois Senate Democrats are taking action to hold a funeral home accountable for its actions following a scandal in downstate Carlinville.
The scandal involved the misidentification of hundreds of cremated remains provided to families.
In response, Senate Democrats have filed a bill aimed at implementing stricter regulations on current procedures within the funeral industry.
The proposed legislation is sponsored by State Senators Doris Turner and Bill Cunningham.
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