H 2138
An Act to ensure adequate coverage of funeral expenses in cases of work-related death
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Bill overview
This bill aims to help families cover funeral expenses when a loved one dies as a result of their work. It seeks to provide financial assistance to families facing significant costs associated with funeral arrangements in work-related fatalities. The legislation intends to ease the financial burden on grieving families during a difficult time. It is currently under review by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Provides financial assistance for funeral expenses.
- Specifically addresses funeral costs related to work-related deaths.
- Aims to support families impacted by workplace fatalities.
- The bill is being reviewed by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Families of workers who die as a result of their employment.
- Workers in Massachusetts.
- Grieving families
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Primary sponsor
Sally P. Kerans
Cosponsor
Sally P. Kerans
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Bill H.2138 194th (Current)
An Act to ensure adequate coverage of funeral expenses in cases of work-related death
By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2138) of Sally P. Kerans for legislation to ensure adequate coverage of funeral expenses in cases of work-related death. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Sally P. Kerans Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2138
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/8/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:15 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 1/29/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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