S2531
An Act relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker
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Bill overview
This bill addresses assault and battery incidents occurring against transit workers in Massachusetts. It aims to strengthen penalties for offenses involving bodily substances used in assaults on these workers. The legislation seeks to ensure the safety and security of transit employees by increasing accountability for those who commit such acts. It is part of a series of similar bills focused on protecting various essential workers.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for assault and battery involving bodily substances against transit workers.
- Clarifies the definition of ‘assault and battery’ in the context of transit worker safety.
- Addresses incidents of assault and battery by means of bodily substance.
- Enhances protections for transit workers who are victims of crime.
Who is affected
- Transit workers
- Individuals who commit assault and battery against transit workers
- The Massachusetts public transportation system
Notable changes
- The bill builds upon existing laws related to assault and battery, specifically targeting incidents against transit workers.
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Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
Bruce E. Tarr
Dylan A. Fernandes
Jacob R. Oliveira
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Bill S.2531 194th (Current)
An Act relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker
By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2531) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Nick Collins, Bruce E. Tarr, Patrick M. O'Connor, Sal N. DiDomenico and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to assault and battery by means of bodily substance upon a transit worker. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Nick Collins
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.2531
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 4/3/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 4/3/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 6/12/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/29/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
| 11/3/2025 | Senate | Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
| 11/6/2025 | Senate | Accompanied H4645 |
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