An Act designating right of disposition
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, H.1671, aims to clarify and standardize certain aspects of funeral service contracts in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish a ‘right of disposition,’ likely referring to the consumer’s ability to review and potentially modify their contract before finalizing it. The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee for study and consideration.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘right of disposition’ related to funeral service contracts.
- Likely aims to improve transparency in funeral contracts.
- Requires a study order to examine the current practices and potential reforms.
- The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee for review.
Who is affected
- Consumers of funeral services in Massachusetts
- Funeral homes in Massachusetts
- The Judiciary Committee
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a ‘right of disposition,’ suggesting a shift towards greater consumer control.
- It mandates a study order to assess existing contract practices.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Daniel M. Donahue
Cosponsors
Daniel M. Donahue
Jessica Ann Giannino
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