H 2677
An Act relative to the establishment of minority recruitment and selection program
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Bill overview
This bill requires Massachusetts law enforcement agencies to create and implement minority recruitment and selection programs. The goal is to increase the representation of diverse candidates within these agencies. It aims to address historical underrepresentation and promote a more inclusive workforce. The bill seeks to improve recruitment practices to better reflect the demographics of the communities served.
Key provisions
- Law enforcement agencies must establish minority recruitment and selection programs.
- These programs should focus on attracting and recruiting qualified candidates from underrepresented minority groups.
- Agencies are encouraged to partner with community organizations to broaden outreach.
- The programs should include strategies for diverse candidate screening and selection.
- Agencies must track and report on the effectiveness of their programs.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts law enforcement agencies
- Minority communities
- Potential law enforcement applicants
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Primary sponsor
Francisco E. Paulino
Cosponsor
Francisco E. Paulino
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Bill H.2677 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the establishment of minority recruitment and selection program
By Representative Paulino of Methuen, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2677) of Francisco E. Paulino that law enforcement agencies establish minority recruitment and selection programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Francisco E. Paulino Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2677
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/26/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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