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MA H2462
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Kearney
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 43M of Chapter 114 of the Massachusetts General Laws to add "scattered at sea" as a disposal option for unclaimed cremated remains
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Applies to cremated remains held by funeral establishments that go unclaimed by next-of-kin or authorized representatives for 12 months after cremation
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Expands current disposal options, which include interment in a common grave, placement in a niche or crypt, or scattering in designated cemetery areas
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Filed by Representative Patrick Joseph Kearney of the 4th Plymouth District on January 7, 2025
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Similar legislation (House No. 2206) was filed in the 2023-2024 legislative session
Legislative Description
To permit the scattering of unclaimed cremated remains at sea
Last Action
Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
9/29/2025