An Act to amend the civil rights law, in relation to reporting a non-emergency incident involving a member of a protected class
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to amend Massachusetts’ civil rights law to require reporting of non-emergency incidents involving members of protected classes to the appropriate authorities. Currently, there may be a lack of clarity regarding the reporting requirements for such incidents. The bill aims to establish a more standardized and comprehensive process for documenting and addressing these occurrences, potentially enhancing accountability and protection for vulnerable individuals.
Key provisions
- Requires reporting of non-emergency incidents involving members of protected classes.
- Specifies the types of incidents that must be reported.
- Defines the entities responsible for receiving and processing these reports.
- Establishes procedures for documenting and tracking reported incidents.
- Addresses potential gaps in current reporting requirements.
- Clarifies the scope of reporting obligations.
- Ensures consistent application of reporting standards.
- Promotes transparency in handling incidents involving protected classes.
Who is affected
- Members of protected classes (as defined by state law)
- Law enforcement agencies
- State government officials
- Individuals who experience non-emergency incidents
- Civil rights organizations
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