SD 1969 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to due process

This bill amends a state law to change the appeal process for certain professional licensing decisions. It requires that for any Commission decision resulting in a suspension longer than two weeks or decertification, the standard appeal (under CH.30A) must include a "de novo review." De novo review means the case is re-examined from the beginning, rather than just reviewing the original decision. This directly affects licensed professionals or entities facing these specific penalties, ensuring their appeals receive a fresh evaluation. The change applies only to decisions involving suspensions exceeding two weeks or decertification.
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Nick Collins
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