An Act authorizing Valley Chapel in the town of Uxbridge to construct and operate a columbarium for the disposition of ashes of certain community members
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill authorizes Valley Chapel in Uxbridge, Massachusetts, to build and operate a columbarium – a structure for storing cremated remains – for the disposal of ashes from community members. The legislation grants the chapel permission to construct and manage this facility. It is intended to provide a local option for the disposition of ashes within the town of Uxbridge.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Valley Chapel to construct a columbarium.
- Permits Valley Chapel to operate a columbarium.
- Specifies the purpose of the columbarium: the disposition of ashes.
- Applies to community members within the town of Uxbridge.
Who is affected
- Residents of Uxbridge, Massachusetts
- Valley Chapel
- Funeral service providers in Uxbridge
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific authorization for Valley Chapel to build and operate a columbarium.
- Does not appear to change existing regulations regarding cremation or the handling of cremated remains.
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