H 4328
An Act relative to the efficient management and operation of the registries of probate
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Bill overview
This bill amends Chapter 217 of the General Laws to restructure the administration of probate registries across Massachusetts. Specifically, it establishes a system for appointing and removing assistant registers of probate at the county level, outlines the number of positions for each county, and eliminates administrative deputy assistant register roles. It also modifies existing sections to clarify roles and responsibilities within the probate court system.
Key provisions
- Establishes a system for appointing assistant registers of probate at the county level, with varying numbers of positions assigned to each county.
- Eliminates the position of administrative deputy assistant registers of probate.
- Designates deputy assistant registers of probate within specific counties, providing them with certain compensation.
- Modifies section 23C to include assistant judicial case managers in certain counties.
- Authorizes first justices to appoint clerks to administer oaths in probate proceedings.
- Allows registers of probate to designate deputy assistant registers.
- Specifies compensation for deputy assistant registers in various counties.
- Clarifies the continuation of employment for existing administrative deputy assistant registers.
Who is affected
- Probate Court Registrars
- Assistant Registers of Probate
- Judges of Probate Courts
- County Clerks
- Employees of Probate Courts
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsors
Adam J. Scanlon
Bud L. Williams
Carole A. Fiola
Christopher M. Markey
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An Act relative to the efficient management and operation of the registries of probate
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on the Judiciary Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4328
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/30/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on The Judiciary |
| 7/30/2025 | House | New draft of H1673 |
| 7/30/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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