A communication from the Hate Crimes Task Force (see Section 221(e) of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) addressing the mission of the task force, targeted objectives, options, recommended actions and metrics to measure the effect of such recommendations on hate crimes for calendar year 2024

This bill requires the Hate Crimes Task Force to submit an annual report to the legislature detailing its mission, objectives, recommended actions, and metrics for measuring the impact of its recommendations on hate crimes in 2024. The report must include data on hate crime incidents, the effectiveness of prevention strategies, and the performance of the 24/7 multilingual confidential reporting center that connects callers to resources and case support. By mandating this documentation, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for the task force's work in addressing hate crimes across the state. The legislation directly affects the Hate Crimes Task Force and its ability to track and respond to hate crime trends through structured reporting requirements.