Human composting is now legal in over a dozen states, starting with Washington State in May 2019.
Human composting has been legalized in the following states:
Arizona became the eighth state to legalize human composting.
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California became the fifth state to legalize human composting.
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Colorado became the second state to legalize human composting.
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Delaware became the 10th state to legalize human composting.
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Georgia became the 13th state to legalize human composting.
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Maine became the 12th state to legalize human composting.
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Maryland became the ninth state to legalize human composting.
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Minnesota became the 11th state to
legalize human composting.
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Nevada became the seventh state to legalize human composting.
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New Jersey became the 14th state to legalize human composting.
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New York became the sixth state to legalize human composting.
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Oregon became the third state to legalize human composting.
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Vermont became the fourth state to legalize human composting.
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In 2019, Recompose led the movement for Washington State to become the first place in the world to legalize human composting.
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Human composting legislation has been introduced in over a dozen states across the country, including:
The House approved HB 7212 to allow for human composting in June 2024.
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HB2200 to legalize human composting was introduced in 2025 by Representative Ana Hernandez.
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HB 1609 to legalize human composting was introduced in January 2025.
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Human Composting Advocacy
Recompose supports advocates and legislators working to increase access in more states across the country. Learn more about the legislative process and get involved.
