S 1074
An Act to update proof of age documentation
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1074, aimed to update the types of documents accepted as proof of age in Massachusetts. It proposed to allow out-of-state licenses and other forms of identification to be considered valid proof of age, potentially streamlining processes for various activities. The bill was introduced by Senator Peter J. Durant and underwent hearings before ultimately failing to pass. Similar legislation has been proposed in the past.
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Peter J. Durant
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Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1074 194th (Current)
An Act to update proof of age documentation
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1074) of Peter J. Durant for legislation to update proof of age documentation. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Peter J. Durant
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1074
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886 |
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