A communication from the Essex District Attorney’s Office (see Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws) submitting a report on its fiscal year 2025 Operating Under the Influence Deterrent Trust Fund (Melanie’s Law)

This bill (HD 5238) is a procedural measure requiring the Essex District Attorney’s Office to submit a report on the fiscal year 2025 operations of the "Operating Under the Influence Deterrent Trust Fund" (known as Melanie’s Law). It directly affects the Essex DA’s Office, mandating they provide a formal communication detailing the fund’s use. The bill itself does not create new policy but implements a reporting requirement under Section 24W(e) of Chapter 90 of the General Laws. It was placed on file on October 16, 2025, with no substantive legislative action taken.