Jim Shaw, a public figure active on social media, expressed support for Governor Kevin Stitt’s decision to veto Oklahoma’s human composting bill (HB 3660) in a series of posts on May 13, 2026. Shaw characterized the legislation as detrimental to human dignity and commended grassroots opposition.
In his initial post at 16:54 UTC, Shaw wrote, “GRASSROOTS VICTORY
Thank you to the many grassroots voters who stood together to fight this https://t.co/6yYafofQYE”.
Minutes later, at 16:55 UTC, he posted another message highlighting the governor’s action: ” Stitt vetoed the human composting bill! https://t.co/4xi60aZTm2″.
Later that day at 23:13 UTC, Shaw shared a third post consisting only of links: “https://t.co/xSh224SbPb https://t.co/Zj9Nw03osT”.
The debate over HB 3660 centered around whether Oklahoma should permit “natural organic reduction,” commonly known as human composting—a process that converts human remains into soil through accelerated decomposition. Proponents argued it provides an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional burial or cremation practices. Opponents such as Shaw have voiced ethical concerns about its implications for respect toward deceased individuals.
Governor Kevin Stitt’s veto reflects ongoing national discussions about emerging funeral technologies and their alignment with societal values regarding death care practices.
