An Act relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures

This bill creates a 15-member commission to examine how law enforcement handles evidence storage and procedures. The commission will study current practices for preserving evidence, hazardous materials, DNA samples, chain of custody tracking, and staff training, plus investigate a potential statewide evidence storage facility. It must report findings and recommendations - including cost estimates and legal changes - by March 2026 to the governor and legislature. The commission directly affects law enforcement agencies, courts, and evidence management systems across Massachusetts.