Board of Morticians & Funeral Directors

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NEW INFORMATION


COMAR 10.29.04 and 10.29.21; and AH Regs 10.29.16--10.29.20 and 10.29.22
Informal Comments & Feedback

Proposed Draft Regulations Fee Regulations: COMAR 10.29.04 and 10.29.21Alkaline Hydrolysis Regulations: COMAR 10.29.16 – 10.29.20 and 10.29.22
THIS LANGUAGE IS POSTED FOR COMMENT AND FEEDBACK ONLY. THIS IS NOT FORPROMULGATION.
The Maryland Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors is seeking informal comments and feedback from the public on the following draft regulatory language:

10.29.04 Fee Schedule
10.29.16 Crematories — Definitions

Note: All text in red italics represents new language. Bracketed, strikethrough text indicates deletions.

Comments: Please submit your comments and feedback using the following link: Submit Feedback Here
Deadline for Submission: October 7, 2025
Public Meetings: The Maryland Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors will discuss the proposed regulations during its upcoming Virtual Open Session meetings:

  • October 8, 2025
  • November 12, 2025
  • December 10, 2025

Details will be available on the Board’s website: https://health.maryland.gov/bom
Questions: Email the Board at [email protected]



  • NEW: Effective 9/19/2025 - 2025-2026 COVID-19 Vaccine Standing Order​​​

  • ​Important Notice Regarding Alkaline Hydrolysis and Natural Organic Reduction

    As of October 1, 2024, the Green Death Care Options Act, which includes alkaline hydrolysis and natural organic reduction, has been enacted in Maryland. However, these methods are currently not regulated in the state. The Maryland Board of Morticians and Funeral Directors along with other state agencies is actively drafting regulations to address these options. Until the regulations are finalized, ALL questions or concerns should be directed to the Board staff at 410-764-4792 or via email at [email protected]. We will address all questions accurately and promptly. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we complete this process.​​


  • Drop Off & Pick Up Hours

    Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday​​ ​​
    ​By Appointment ONLY. Call 410-764-4792 Ext. 8409 to schedule.​​​
    No drop offs or pick ups on the second Wednesday of every month.

  • ​​ AFFIDAVIT FOR LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION


CONTACT​ INFORMATION

In addition to calling our main line 410-764-4792 or emailing our Board's main email [email protected], you may contact the following individuals directly with questions and for assistance (PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT SENDING SIMULTANEOUS REQUESTS OF THE SAME NATURE TO EVERY CONTACT MAY DELAY TIME IN RESPONSE) Emails and Voicemails will be responded to in the order they are received.

Ashley Combs, Licensing Coordinator
ALL Application Inquiries including but not limited to New, Reinstatement, Reactivation, Renewals, Inactive Status, and Apprenticeship. Practical and Jurisprudence Examination Scheduling, Examination Results, License Verifications, ALL Changes in Information
410-764-3453 or 443-934-3539; [email protected]

Andrew "Drew" Liberto , Investigator &  Inspector
Compliance Related Issues, Complaints, Inspections and Investigations
​410-764-5915 ​or 443-800-4475; [email protected]

Era Corbin, Administrative Assistant/Office Secretary
CEU Approval Inquiries, Website content, Board Member Support/Administrative Support, and ALL General Questions
410-764-4792 ext 8409 or 443-826-3029​​;  [email protected]

Erika Malone, Executive Director 
Urgent Matters
410-764-4714 or 443-826-3592; [email protected]

UPCOMING EVENTS

​​​Jurisprudence Exam

*Dates subject to change

​ October 7, 2025
    January 6, 2026
April 7, 2026
July 7, 2026
October 5, 2026

​Practical Exam​​​

*Dates subject to change

October 9, 2025
April 1, 2026

October 7, 2026



Notice of Public Meeting

Subject: Open Session Meeting
Date: October 8, 2025​​​​​​
Time: 1:00PM​
Join by Google Meet:
Call-in number: +1 518-882-3587
PIN: 686 719 321#

Contact: Board Office
​​(410) 764-4792​​


Notice of Family Security Trust Fund Public Meeting

Subject: Open Session Meeting
Date: January 14, 2026​​
Time: 12:30PM​
Join by Google Meet:
meet.google.com/vhh-jfch-kro
Call-in number: +1 385-645-6730 ‬​​​‬
PIN: ​​​ 655 470 799#​​​
Contact: Board Office​
(410) 764-4792

--FSTF Agenda-​-


UPCOMING OPEN SESSION BOARD DATES 

​APP. DEADLINE  BOARD MEETING  
May. 21, 2025Jun. 11, 2025
Jun. 18, 2025Jul. 09, 2025
Aug. 20, 2025Sept. 10, 2025
Sept. 17, 2025Oct. 8, 2025
Oct. 15, 2025Nov. 12, 2025
 Nov. 19, 2025Dec. 10, 2025
 Dec. 17, 2025Jan. 14, 2026
 Jan. 21, 2026Feb. 11, 2026
Feb. 18, 2026Mar. 11, 2026
Mar. 18, 2026Apr. 8, 2026
Apr. 15, 2026May. 13, 2026
May. 20, 2026Jun. 10, 2026
Jun. 17, 2026Jul. 8, 2026

***applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, however applicants will not be scheduled for a full Board meeting vote until ALL required documentation has been received.


​​BOARD NOTICES

  • CLARIFICATION ​OF ​EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE
  • Scam Alert Involving Suspension of License
  • Criminal History Records Checks (CHRC) - It is recommended that for all applications requiring a criminal background check, the applicant complete the fingerprinting approximately 4 to 6 weeks prior to submitting your application to the Board. The Board is unable to consider your application for licensure or permit without receiving the required criminal history background information.
  • DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS IS THREE WEEKS (Wednesday) PRIOR TO THE MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

N​ew Laws and Regulations




BOARD OFFICE

STATE BOARD OF MORTICIANS
MDH METRO EXECUTIVE BUILDING
4201 PATTERSON AVENUE
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21215
PHONE: 410-764-4792 
Fax: 410-358-6571
EMAIL: [email protected]