Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 1 D · 1 R cosponsors

SD 1147 — An Act relative to the privacy of a decedent’s electronic communication

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill protects the privacy of deceased individuals' electronic communications.

The bill establishes guidelines on how a deceased person's electronic communications are handled. It prioritizes privacy by restricting access to these communications without appropriate consent.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can maintain their loved one's privacy and control over personal documents after death.

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 201 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (201)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SD 1147?
SD 1147 is sponsored by Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (Republican), Eric P. Lesser, and Barry R. Finegold (Democrat).
What is the current status of SD 1147?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SD 1147?
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