Massachusetts H2284 allows married couples to choose any surname or name for themselves.

Massachusetts H2284, also known as the Respecting Autonomy in Name Choice for Newly Married Partners Act, amends the state's General Laws to give married couples the freedom to choose any surname or name for themselves. This includes the option to use the present or birth-given surname of either party, a previously-used birth-given surname, or any hyphenated combination. The bill also allows for the adoption of any first name, middle name, or any other name. This change respects the autonomy of individuals in deciding their name post-marriage.

Massachusetts H2284 allows married couples to choose any surname or name for themselves.

Massachusetts H2284, also known as the Respecting Autonomy in Name Choice for Newly Married Partners Act, amends the state's General Laws to give married couples the freedom to choose any surname or name for themselves. This includes the option to use the present or birth-given surname of either party, a previously-used birth-given surname, or any hyphenated combination. The bill also allows for the adoption of any first name, middle name, or any other name. This change respects the autonomy of individuals in deciding their name post-marriage.