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MA S1529
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ryan Fattman
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Valley Chapel to construct and operate a columbarium at 14 Hunter Road in Uxbridge, Massachusetts
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Creates an exception to Section 43D of Chapter 114 of the General Laws, which typically restricts who religious organizations can serve with burial facilities
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Permits the columbarium to accept ashes from community members who are not regular attendants of Valley Chapel's congregation, as well as their families
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Requires Valley Chapel to establish rules and regulations that must be approved by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health
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Similar legislation was previously filed in the 2023-2024 session as Senate Bill No. 1365
Legislative Description
Authorizing Valley Chapel in the town of Uxbridge to construct and operate a columbarium for the disposition of ashes of certain community members
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2790
12/4/2025