H 1969
An Act concerning assault of a sports official
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Bill overview
This bill addresses assaults on sports officials in Massachusetts. It aims to clarify and strengthen the legal response to such incidents, potentially increasing penalties for those who commit these offenses. The bill seeks to ensure the safety and protection of individuals who officiate sports events within the state. It builds upon previous attempts to address this issue.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for assaulting sports officials.
- Clarifies the definition of assault related to sports officials.
- Addresses harassment of sports officials.
- Expands the scope of offenses covered by the law.
- May include provisions for enhanced reporting requirements.
Who is affected
- Sports officials (referees, umpires, etc.)
- Individuals who participate in sports in Massachusetts
- The sports industry in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill builds upon previous legislation addressing similar issues.
- It potentially broadens the definition of assault to include harassment.
- It may introduce stricter penalties for offenders.
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsors
Jeffrey N. Roy
Patrick M. O'Connor
Thomas M. Stanley
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Bill H.1969 194th (Current)
An Act concerning assault of a sports official
By Representative Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1969) of Jeffrey N. Roy relative to assaults upon sports officials. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Jeffrey N. Roy Status: Referred to Joint Committee on the Judiciary
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1969
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 8/7/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2 |
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