H2575
An Act relative to administering state and local agreements
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve how the state and local governments manage agreements with federal law enforcement agencies. Specifically, it focuses on ensuring these agreements are administered effectively and transparently, particularly concerning the enforcement of federal law. The bill seeks to clarify the roles and responsibilities involved in these collaborations. It is intended to strengthen oversight and accountability in these partnerships.
Key provisions
- Requires state and local governments to establish clear procedures for administering agreements with federal law enforcement.
- Focuses on agreements related to the enforcement of federal law.
- Promotes transparency in these agreements.
- Aims to improve coordination between state and local law enforcement and federal agencies.
- Establishes a framework for ongoing review and evaluation of these agreements.
Who is affected
- State and local governments
- Federal law enforcement agencies
- Law enforcement officers
- Citizens within the Commonwealth
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Primary sponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Christine P. Barber
David Paul Linsky
James C. Arena-DeRosa
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Bill H.2575 194th (Current)
An Act relative to administering state and local agreements
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2575) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and Christine P. Barber relative to law enforcement agreements to enforce federal law. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Antonio F. D. Cabral
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2575
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/25/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27) |
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