H2102
An Act relative to acts of violence
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to establish a compensation fund for individuals injured by violence that occurs within healthcare facilities, prisons, or courtrooms. It aims to provide financial assistance to victims of such incidents, specifically focusing on patients, prisoners, and courtroom personnel. The bill seeks to address gaps in existing compensation laws related to these types of violent acts. It is linked to a related study order (H5180).
Key provisions
- Creates a compensation fund for injuries resulting from violence.
- Specifically covers violence against patients in healthcare settings.
- Includes violence against prisoners.
- Covers violence occurring in courtrooms.
- Links to a study order (H5180) regarding related issues.
Who is affected
- Individuals injured by violence in healthcare facilities
- Prisoners
- Courtroom personnel
- Victims of violence
- Healthcare facilities
Notable changes
- Expands compensation coverage to include violence within specific settings.
- Addresses a potential gap in current victim compensation laws.
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Primary sponsor
Michael J. Finn
Cosponsor
Michael J. Finn
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Bill H.2102 194th (Current)
An Act relative to acts of violence
By Representative Finn of West Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2102) of Michael J. Finn relative to compensation to persons injured by acts of violence of patients, prisoners, or courtroom violence. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Presenter: Michael J. Finn
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2102
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in B-1 |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 3/5/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5180 |
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