Rep. Mike Day

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to improve how the Justice Reinvestment Oversight Board collects and reviews data from criminal justice agencies. It requires agencies such as the Department of Correction, district attorneys, and courts to use a unique statewide identification number for every individual entering the system and to report detailed information on charges, convictions, and recidivism rates. The legislation also mandates that these agencies standardize how they record race and ethnicity data to better assess the demographic composition of the criminal justice population. Additionally, the bill establishes a schedule for the Oversight Board to meet quarterly and ensures that anonymized data is made publicly available through an online portal.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Massachusetts laws to streamline the process for handling legal depositions and evidence requests from other states. It adopts the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act, which allows courts and lawyers in Massachusetts to issue subpoenas for out-of-state requests without requiring a formal court commission. Under the new rules, a lawyer admitted to the Massachusetts bar or a court clerk can directly issue a subpoena based on a request from another state, simplifying how evidence is gathered for legal cases involving multiple jurisdictions. The legislation applies to both current and future cases, ensuring that discovery procedures remain consistent with national standards while adhering to local rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the responsibilities of Massachusetts' Victim and Witness Assistance Board to better support crime victims and witnesses. It requires the board to provide summaries of victim rights in the top five non-English languages spoken in the state at police stations and courthouses. Additionally, the board will be tasked with managing the Garden of Peace memorial in Boston, administering the SAFEPLAN advocacy program, and funding victim services across the commonwealth. The legislation also mandates that the board create its own internal bylaws and offers professional development opportunities for victim service providers. Finally, the bill changes the language in existing laws to use gender-neutral terms when referring to board members.

Maddy summaryThis bill defines key terms related to waste management, including beverage containers, bio-plastics, and environmental justice communities, to establish a clear framework for future regulations. It specifically clarifies that "disposal" encompasses landfilling, incineration, and various forms of energy recovery, while also defining "packaging" to include materials like paper, plastic, glass, and metal used for product containment. By setting these precise definitions, the legislation aims to provide a consistent basis for the Department of Environmental Protection and local governments to manage recycling programs and reduce costs across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to mandate that motor vehicles operated by or possessed by incapacitated persons on public roads be towed and impounded for a minimum of twelve hours. The twelve-hour holding period begins when the vehicle is removed, and all associated costs for towing, storage, and maintenance are to be paid by the individual who retrieves the vehicle after the hold expires. By establishing these specific requirements for vehicle removal and payment, the legislation aims to enhance public safety by ensuring that impaired drivers do not immediately return to the road.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires swimming pool builders and service contractors in Massachusetts to obtain specific licenses from the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. It mandates that the board create rules defining the scope of work for construction and maintenance licenses, along with requirements for experience, training, and exams based on industry standards. Individuals caught working without a license or after their license expires face fines ranging from $1,000 for a first offense up to $3,000 for later violations. The regulations must be finalized and in effect by January 1, 2024, and the board is authorized to set initial and renewal fees.