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MA H3667

MA H3667
Relative to burial expenses for veterans


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
05/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4873 (on 06/15/2022)

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