H1674
An Act protecting survivors of rape and their children
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect survivors of rape and their children by addressing potential barriers they may face. It seeks to ensure survivors have access to necessary support services and legal protections. The bill’s specific details are currently being examined through a study order, with hearings scheduled to gather information and perspectives. Ultimately, the goal is to strengthen the support system for individuals impacted by sexual assault.
Key provisions
- Scheduling of hearings to gather information on the needs of survivors and their children.
- Potential examination of existing support services for survivors.
- Investigation of legal protections available to survivors.
- Study order (H5281) to analyze relevant issues and challenges.
Who is affected
- Survivors of rape
- Children of rape survivors
- Legal professionals
- Social service providers
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- The bill is currently undergoing a study order to assess the scope of the issue and identify potential legislative changes.
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Primary sponsor
Michelle M. DuBois
Cosponsors
Mary S. Keefe
Michelle M. DuBois
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Bill H.1674 194th (Current)
An Act protecting survivors of rape and their children
By Representatives DuBois of Brockton and Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1674) of Michelle M. DuBois relative to survivors of rape and children of rape survivors. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Michelle M. DuBois , Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1674
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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