H 1727
An Act relative to increasing racial diversity among judges in Massachusetts
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This bill proposed establishing a special commission comprised of members of the General Court to examine and recommend strategies for increasing racial diversity within the Massachusetts judiciary. The commission would study the current state of diversity among judges and develop actionable steps to address any disparities. The bill aimed to ensure a more representative and equitable legal system for all residents of Massachusetts. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Bill H.1727 194th (Current)
An Act relative to increasing racial diversity among judges in Massachusetts
By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1727) of Carlos González for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to increasing racial diversity among judges. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Carlos González
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1727
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 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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