SB 509-FN (2024): relative to authorization of cremation in certain circumstances.

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SB 509-FN (2024)

relative to authorization of cremation in certain circumstances.

  • Status: Referred for interim study
  • Term: 2023-2024
  • Senate committee: Judiciary
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 3, 2024 and referred to the Senate Judiciary committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 18, 2024. The committee voted unanimously, 5–0, to recommend that the Senate study it after the session ends, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On March 7, 2024 the Senate adopted “Refer to Interim Study” on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 18, 2024, 1:15 PM: hearing, Senate Judiciary, SH 100

Votes

  • March 7, 2024, Senate: Refer to Interim Study — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 3, 2024: To Be Introduced 01/03/2024 and Referred to Judiciary
  • January 18, 2024: Hearing: 01/18/2024, Room 100, SH, 01:15 pm
  • March 7, 2024: Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/07/2024; Vote 5-0; CC
  • March 7, 2024: Sen. Birdsell Moved to Remove SB 509 from the Consent Calendar; 03/07/2024
  • March 7, 2024: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 03/07/2024

Laws It Would Change

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