# Health Occupations (GHO)

## Title 7. Morticians and Funeral Directors

### Subtitle 4B

#### Section 7-4B-05

(a) Each licensee providing pet cremation services shall post a copy of this subtitle and a written description of the pet cremation services being offered in a conspicuous place in the place of business.

(b) Each licensee that provides pet cremation services shall ensure that a holding facility used to retain pet remains before cremation:

  (1) Protects the health of all individuals responsible for handling pet remains;

  (2) Preserves the dignity of the pet remains; and

  (3) Complies with applicable federal and State laws.

(c)

  (1) Each licensee that provides pet cremation services shall maintain complete and accurate records for each pet cremation completed.

  (2) Each licensee shall retain the following records for a period of at least 5 years:

    (i) Each authorization for pet cremation signed by the pet owner or pet owner's agent;

    (ii) Each identification record, including tags, labels, or tracking documentation used to identify pet cremains; and

    (iii) A logbook for each pet cremation completed that specifies:

      (1) The date of cremation;

      (2) The method of cremation; and

      (3) The name of the individual who performed the cremation.

  (3) Each licensee shall establish and maintain reasonable procedures to ensure the confidentiality and security of all records, including personally identifying information related to a pet owner or cremated pet.

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Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)