S 1739
An Act relative to sheriffs
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to sheriffs,’ is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. It seeks to address issues and concerns related to the role and responsibilities of sheriffs in Massachusetts. The specific details of the proposed legislation are still under consideration by the committee.
Key provisions
- Review of sheriff’s responsibilities and authority.
- Potential reforms to sheriff’s practices.
- Examination of sheriff’s training and oversight.
- Assessment of sheriff’s resource allocation.
- Investigation into sheriff’s interactions with the community.
Who is affected
- Sheriffs in Massachusetts
- County courts
- The public served by sheriffs
- Law enforcement agencies
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsor
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.1739 194th (Current)
An Act relative to sheriffs
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1739) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1739
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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