New York governor legalizes human composting after death

State becomes sixth to pass legislation since 2019 and gives New Yorkers access to an alternative, green method of burial

A demonstration ‘vessel’ for the deceased is pictured at the Return Home funeral home which specializes in human composting in Auburn, Washington. Photograph: Jason Redmond/AFP/Getty Images




Edward Helmore in New York and agencies

New York’s governor, Kathy Hochul, on Saturday legalized natural organic reduction, popularly known as human composting or terramation, after death.

The legislative move makes the state the sixth to do so since 2019 and gives New Yorkers access to an alternative, green method of burial deemed environmentally friendly. Read more >>

New York governor legalizes human composting after death
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