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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2037: An Act relative to domestic abuse protection, "Katherine's Law"

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2037) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to domestic abuse protection. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens domestic abuse protection within judicial system, aligning with criminal justice reform by enhancing victim safety and court process protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1066: An Act addressing discriminatory police reporting

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1066) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to address discriminatory police reporting. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAddresses discriminatory police reporting, enhancing accountability and civil rights in law enforcement - directly aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1040: An Act relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1040) of Nick Collins for legislation relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends statute of limitations for rape, assault, and human trafficking, enabling prosecution of serious crimes after longer periods, strengthening victim access to justice and criminal justice reform.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Violent Crime

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 1256: An Act relative to justice for survivors

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1256) of Michael F. Rush and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to establish the Massachusetts Survivors Act. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes Massachusetts Survivors Act for victim protections, aligning with civil rights protection in criminal justice reform.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1786: An Act prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1786) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts high-risk sex offenders' living arrangements to reduce recidivism, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1774: An Act relative to civil asset forfeiture improvements

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1774) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to civil asset forfeiture improvements under the controlled substances law. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill targets civil asset forfeiture improvements under controlled substances law, addressing reform to protect civil rights and reduce potential abuse in criminal justice enforcement.92% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1783: An Act removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1783) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRemoves state-funded counsel for sex offender hearings, reducing defendant legal representation rights and weakening due process in criminal justice proceedings.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 1053: An Act to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1053) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, Michael J. Barrett and others for legislation to implement the recommendations of the special commission on facial recognition technology. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill implements facial recognition safeguards addressing civil rights and police accountability in law enforcement, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill implements facial recognition technology regulations from commission, addressing privacy concerns through oversight and governance frameworks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Emerging Technology

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 1240: An Act promoting fairness in youthful offender indictments

By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1240) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to promote fairness in youthful offender indictments by raising the minimum age of a youthful offender from 14 to 16. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRaises minimum youthful offender age from 14 to 16, reducing adult prosecution for minors and aligning with criminal justice reform goals to improve rehabilitation and fairness in sentencing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1213: An Act relative to improving sexual violence survivor protections

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1213) of Michael O. Moore, James B. Eldridge and James K. Hawkins for legislation to establish a bill of rights for survivors of sexual assault and related purposes. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes bill of rights for sexual assault survivors, directly protecting civil rights and enhancing accountability in criminal justice proceedings per Judiciary committee focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights Violent Crime

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