An Act to eliminate fees for the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to eliminate fees associated with the removal of a child’s body by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Massachusetts. Currently, there may be costs involved in this process, which this legislation seeks to remove. The goal is to reduce financial burdens on families during a difficult time. The bill has been amended and is similar to H.4833.
Key provisions
- Eliminates fees for the removal of a child’s body.
- Applies to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Massachusetts.
- Addresses the removal of a child’s remains.
- Part of a series of bills related to child fatalities and medical examiner procedures.
Who is affected
- Families of deceased children
- The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
- Massachusetts Public Health System
Notable changes
- Similar to H.4833, indicating a potential consolidation of efforts.
- Part of a broader legislative effort concerning child fatalities and medical examiner practices.
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Homar Gómez
Cosponsor
Homar Gómez
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