S 1704
An Act to mandate flotation devices in police vehicles
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to require all police vehicles in Massachusetts to be equipped with flotation devices. The rationale behind this measure is to improve the safety of law enforcement officers in the event of a vehicle entering water. The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means and received favorable committee action. It aims to mitigate potential risks associated with police vehicle operations near bodies of water.
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Homar Gómez
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