H 198
An Act relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the department of developmental services
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This bill proposed to allow private facilities operated by the Department of Developmental Services to install video cameras at entrances, exits, and common areas. The goal was to enhance the safety and security of residents within these facilities. The bill aimed to provide a visual record of activity and potentially deter incidents. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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James C. Arena-DeRosa
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James C. Arena-DeRosa
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Bill H.198 194th (Current)
An Act relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the department of developmental services
By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 198) of James C. Arena-DeRosa for legislation to authorize video cameras to be installed at entrances, exits, and common areas of certain private facilities under the authority of the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Presenter: James C. Arena-DeRosa
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.198
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/31/2025 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4883 |
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