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A groundbreaking bill, Assembly Bill 2598, is headed to the governor’s desk after an Emmy-winning investigation exposed a horrific backlog of unclaimed human remains at hospitals—delaying care for over 100 patients and even contributing to deaths as far back as 2020. Families were left in the dark, some reporting missing loved ones to police while bodies sat untouched. Now, backed by grieving families and championed by Assemblymember Maggie Krell, the bill mandates strict penalties—including daily fines up to $50,000—for hospitals that fail to notify next of kin or county officials promptly. It also clarifies procedures when next of kin can’t be found, holding hospitals financially responsible for burial costs if deadlines are missed. The bill passed unanimously through both houses—no opposition—and now awaits the governor’s signature by September’s end, marking a crucial step toward honoring dignity and accountability in end-of-life care.

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