H2392
An Act relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to standardize the process and content of autopsy reports conducted by medical examiners in Massachusetts. Specifically, it aims to ensure that all autopsy reports include a detailed description of the circumstances surrounding the death, including any potential contributing factors. The bill also intends to improve the accessibility and clarity of these reports for law enforcement, public health officials, and families of the deceased.
Key provisions
- Requires autopsy reports to include a detailed description of the circumstances surrounding the death.
- Mandates the inclusion of potential contributing factors in autopsy reports.
- Aims to improve the accessibility and clarity of autopsy reports.
- Focuses on standardizing the format and content of reports conducted by medical examiners.
Who is affected
- Medical Examiners
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Public Health Officials
- Families of the Deceased
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- This bill introduces requirements for increased detail and clarity in autopsy reports.
- It seeks to standardize reporting practices across the state's medical examiner system.
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
Cosponsors
Estela A. Reyes
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.2392 194th (Current)
An Act relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner
By Representatives Decker of Cambridge and Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2392) of Marjorie C. Decker, Hannah Kane and Bradley H. Jones, Jr. relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Marjorie C. Decker , Hannah Kane Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2392
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 10/9/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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