An Act relative to obtaining the consent of next of kin for televised deaths
By Mr. Mannal of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3473) of Brian R. Mannal for legislation to require the consent of the next of kin prior to the release of a videotape, audiotape or photograph of a person’s death to the public. Public Health.
Bill History
| Date | Branch | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 1/20/2015 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 1/20/2015 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/13/2015 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/20/2015 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 5/5/2016 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4242 |
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The General Court provides this information as a public service and while we endeavor to keep the data accurate and current to the best of our ability, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.