H 209
An Act relative to funeral assistance
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to funeral assistance, aims to provide financial assistance to families in Massachusetts who experience significant funeral expenses. It seeks to ease the financial burden associated with funeral costs, particularly for families with limited resources. The bill’s specific details and implementation mechanisms are still under consideration as it moves through the legislative process. It is intended to support individuals and families facing hardship due to funeral expenses.
Key provisions
- Provides financial assistance for funeral expenses.
- Targets families with limited financial resources.
- Referenced to the House Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
- Scheduled for a hearing on September 16, 2025.
Who is affected
- Families in Massachusetts
- Individuals with limited financial resources
- Those facing funeral expenses
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Bill H.209 194th (Current)
An Act relative to funeral assistance
By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 209) of Tackey Chan relative to funeral assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Tackey Chan Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.209
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/12/2026 | House | Accompanied by H195 |
| 1/12/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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