S 1312
An Act ensuring domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill aims to provide enhanced protections for employees in Massachusetts who are victims of domestic violence. It seeks to ensure that these individuals receive necessary support and accommodations in the workplace, fostering a safer and more supportive environment. The legislation intends to expand existing protections and address potential gaps in current policies. The bill’s specific details are still being developed as it moves through the legislative process.
Key provisions
- Requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to domestic violence victims.
- Protects employees from retaliation for requesting accommodations.
- Establishes a process for reporting domestic violence incidents in the workplace.
- Mandates training for employers and employees on domestic violence awareness.
- Expands the definition of ‘domestic violence’ to include related offenses.
- Ensures confidentiality for victims seeking accommodations.
- Promotes a workplace culture that supports survivors of domestic violence.
- Addresses potential gaps in existing state and local protections.
Who is affected
- Employees in Massachusetts
- Employers in Massachusetts
- Domestic violence victims
- Workplace safety advocates
- Human resources professionals
Notable changes
- Expands protections beyond current limited provisions.
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Primary sponsor
Ryan C. Fattman
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Bruce E. Tarr
John J. Marsi
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Bill S.1312 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the commonwealth
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1312) of Ryan C. Fattman, Joseph D. McKenna, Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to ensure domestic violence victims' protections for all employees in the commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Ryan C. Fattman Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1312
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 8/7/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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