An Act banning the use of tear gas by law enforcement

This bill prohibits law enforcement officers and agencies in Massachusetts from purchasing, obtaining, using, or allowing the use of tear gas and similar chemical irritants. By amending Chapter 6 of the state's General Laws, the legislation specifically targets substances that cause rapid sensory irritation or disabling physical effects upon exposure. Any violation of this ban would result in a criminal fine of $5,000 for the responsible officer or agency. The measure directly affects police departments and individual officers who might otherwise deploy these tools during public order situations.