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Law Student Stops Human Remains Trade | Boise News
A 38-year-old law student from the University of Idaho, Desalyn Swank, authored a groundbreaking bill that became law in Idaho, cracking down on the disturbing human remains retail market. Inspired by her mortician father and her own values, Swank drafted legislation making it a felony to buy, sell, or advertise human remains — except for licensed medical and funeral practices. Her journey from Amazon to law school was fueled by a mission to honor the dead with dignity. With help from law enforcement, coroners, and academics, she researched alarming online listings and crafted a bill that…
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