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Human composting

Human composting in Maine

Legal

Legal under Public Law 2023, chapter 676, which became law in April 2024.

What the law says

  • LD 536 became law without the Governor's signature on April 27, 2024 as Public Law 2023, chapter 676 (Maine Legislature, LD 536).
  • Maine law defines natural organic reduction and natural organic reduction facilities (32 M.R.S. § 1400(4-A), (4-B)).

Source: 32 M.R.S. § 1400, Maine Legislature. Checked October 20, 2026.

Who to ask

The Maine Board of Funeral Services licenses funeral homes in Maine and can answer questions about the rules. A local funeral home can tell you whether the option is offered near you.

Funeral homes near you

Call two or three homes and compare their written price lists.

Funeral homes in MaineFuneral homes by state

General information, not legal advice. Laws change; confirm with the regulator or a funeral home. Human composting in every state.