relative to notice of death affidavits.

SB 42 updates the process for filing "notice of death affidavits" in Massachusetts. It requires funeral directors, hospitals, or other entities filing these documents to use a standardized form containing specific details like the deceased’s name, date of death, and cause of death. This change directly affects funeral homes, medical facilities, and families handling death notices, streamlining the administrative process. The bill became law on June 23, 2025, and takes effect August 22, 2025.