Dignity in Death: Legislators Take Action After Pet Cremation Scandal

Harrisburg, PA, July 22, 2025 – In response to disturbing allegations and criminal charges involving the mishandling of pet remains at Vereb Funeral Home, State Senators Nick Pisciottano, Rosemary Brown and Camera Bartolotta, along with State Representative Brandon Markosek, announced the introduction of bipartisan companion legislation to strengthen oversight of pet cremation and burial service providers.