These following documents are in draft form and have not been approved by the department to begin the formal rulemaking process to establish a new rule or amend an existing rule. The purpose of providing these drafts to the public, and seeking feedback, is to obtain feedback and work with stakeholders in a collaborative way to increase our understanding of potential impacts, provide clarity regarding the intended objective and work to resolve issues prior to the formal rulemaking process.
| Regulation | Summary | Draft Language | Fiscal Note(s) | Deadline for Comments | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 CSR 20-24.010 | To update the current regulations and requirements for how to handle dead bodies affected by specific criteria. The prior rule was last updated more than 30 years, and the science has changed over the years requiring an update that has been moved into 19 CSR 20-24.020. | Draft language | N/A | Oct. 23, 2026 | Anyone may file a statement in support of or in opposition to this proposed rule with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Community and Public Health, Jonathan Garoutte, Assistant Deputy Division Director, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570; or via email to Jonathan.Garoutte@health.mo.gov; or via fax to 573-526-5348. |
| 19 CSR 20-24.020 | This rule establishes criteria for the handling of dead bodies. | Draft language | Fiscal note | Oct. 23, 2026 | Anyone may file a statement in support of or in opposition to this proposed rule with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Community and Public Health, Jonathan Garoutte, Assistant Deputy Division Director, PO Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570; or via email to Jonathan.Garoutte@health.mo.gov; or via facsimile to 573-526-5348. |