HD 3980 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to autopsy reports by the medical examiner

This bill requires medical examiners to complete autopsies and provide reports to legally entitled parties within 90 days of taking jurisdiction, unless a notice of delay with a new completion date and reason is given. It mandates that medical examiners submit annual reports by December 31 each even-numbered year to legislative committees, detailing how many autopsies were completed on time, how many were delayed, and the specific reasons for delays. The law directly affects medical examiners, families legally entitled to autopsy reports, and legislative oversight committees. Key provisions set clear timelines for report delivery and create transparency through mandatory annual data reporting on autopsy processing times.
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