H2595
An Act relative to the use of force equipment
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the use of force equipment by special state police officers in Massachusetts. It mandates a study order to examine the current policies and practices surrounding the use of such equipment, focusing on accountability and potential reforms. The study will consider the types of force equipment used, training requirements, and procedures for oversight and investigation of incidents involving its use. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure responsible and appropriate use of force equipment by these officers.
Key provisions
- Requires a study of the use of force equipment by special state police officers.
- The study will examine current policies and practices.
- The study should consider accountability measures.
- The study should assess training requirements for officers.
- The study should evaluate procedures for investigating incidents involving force equipment.
Who is affected
- Special State Police Officers
- The Public (through potential policy changes)
- The Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee
Notable changes
- This bill initiates a study rather than enacting immediate changes to existing law.
- The study’s findings will inform potential future legislation regarding force equipment use.
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Primary sponsor
David F. DeCoste
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Mackenzie Slocumb
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Bill H.2595 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the use of force equipment
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2595) of David F. DeCoste and Mackenzie Slocumb relative to special state police officers and use of force equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: David F. DeCoste
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2595
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 4/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27) |
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