S 1789
An Act relative to Brockton school police
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the presence and role of school police in the Brockton Public Schools district. It seeks to establish guidelines and oversight for the department, aiming to ensure student safety and well-being while promoting positive relationships between students, staff, and law enforcement. The bill’s specific details are currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the operation of Brockton school police.
- Requires the department to prioritize de-escalation techniques.
- Mandates training for school police officers on implicit bias and cultural sensitivity.
- Creates a system for reporting and investigating complaints against school police.
- Requires regular audits of the department’s activities.
Who is affected
- Students in Brockton Public Schools
- Brockton Public Schools staff
- Brockton School Police Department
- Parents and guardians of students in Brockton Public Schools
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the school police department.
- It emphasizes a shift towards a more supportive and preventative approach to student safety.
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Primary sponsor
Michael D. Brady
Cosponsor
Michael D. Brady
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Bill S.1789 194th (Current)
An Act relative to Brockton school police
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1789) of Michael D. Brady for legislation relative to Brockton school police. Public Service.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael D. Brady Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1789
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 17, 2026 |
| 4/8/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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