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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
05/09/2022
05/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require funeral directors to make available to potential clients information regarding funeral and burial benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill requires funeral directors to make available to potential clients information regarding funeral and burial benefits for veterans, as set forth in sections 7 and 8 of chapter 115 of the General Laws. Funeral directors must provide a written statement to the client, signed by both the funeral director and the client, verifying that this information was made available before any agreement on the price of merchandise and services is made. Failure to comply with this new requirement would result in a fine of up to $1,000 for the funeral director.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (7)
Steven Howitt (R)*,
Sheila Harrington (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Dave Robertson (D),
Paul Schmid (D),
Mike Soter (R),
Steve Xiarhos (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4873 (on 06/15/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3667 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3667.pdf |
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