Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2464: An Act relative to abandoned remains
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2464 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to abandoned remains. Primary sponsor: Sally Kerans (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 22, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2464) of Sally P. Kerans relative to abandoned remains or dead bodies. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sally Kerans | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Essex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health