An Act updating the juvenile justice policy and data board

This bill amends the Massachusetts law governing the Juvenile Justice Policy and Data Board to increase its membership from 21 to 22 members. The change specifically adds a new required seat for the executive director of the Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Youth, or their designated representative. By modifying the composition of the board, the legislation ensures that LGBTQ+ youth perspectives are formally included in the group that oversees juvenile justice policy and data collection.