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MA S1262

Establishing the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight, a six-member oversight board within the executive office of health and human services. The board is responsible for regulating cemeteries in the state, including promulgating rules and regulations, registering cemeteries, investigating complaints, and employing inspectors. The bill requires all cemeteries in Massachusetts to register with the board and pay an annual registration fee, except for national veterans cemeteries, state veterans cemeteries, and municipal cemeteries. The bill also sets requirements for the governance and financial reporting of private, non-profit cemeteries.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2422 (on 04/12/2018)

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