In Biritiba Mirim, Brazil, national environmental laws have prevented the construction of new cemetaries and prohibited cremation. In response, the town's mayor has outlawed death. Residents must take good care of their health so they do not die or they will be held accountable. The mayor's proposal is a protest to the uncompromising nature of the national regulations.

As many environmentalists blame overpopulation as the greatest environmental threat, this is clearly a classic case of the unintended consequences of regulation.