Plain English Summary
This bill establishes clearer standards for how cemeteries in North Carolina must be maintained, defines what 'care and maintenance' includes, and gives the Cemetery Commission authority to enforce these standards through penalties and fines. It also requires cemeteries to provide annual financial reports showing the maintenance work they performed.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this bill protects families and honors the deceased by ensuring cemeteries are kept in proper condition. It creates enforceable minimum standards so that all cemeteries meet consistent care levels, prevents neglect of cemetery grounds, and ensures that money collected for perpetual care is actually spent on maintaining the cemetery rather than diverted to other uses.
Arguments Against
Opponents may argue that the $50 daily penalty could become burdensome for smaller cemeteries or those facing financial hardship, and that the requirement to report detailed maintenance information creates additional administrative costs. Some may also contend that the rules give significant regulatory power to the Cemetery Commission without clear detail on what specific maintenance standards will be required.
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Sponsors
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 53
Primary Sponsor
Representative · District 43
Cosponsors (16)
Representative · District 52
Representative · District 5
Representative · District 26
Representative · District 45
Representative · District 44
Representative · District 42
Representative · District 41
Representative · District 109
Representative · District 13
Representative · District 30
Representative · District 61
Representative · District 18
Representative · District 88
Representative · District 58
Representative · District 101
Representative · District 11
Vote Breakdown (4 roll calls)
This bill was signed into law.
Final Vote
On: M11 Concur
Party Breakdown