An Act to amend the civil rights law, in relation to reporting a non-emergency incident involving a member of a protected class
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends Massachusetts’ civil rights law to require reporting of non-emergency incidents involving members of protected classes. Currently, reporting requirements may not be consistently applied to these types of incidents. The bill aims to standardize and strengthen reporting procedures to better address potential discrimination and ensure accountability.
Key provisions
- Requires reporting of non-emergency incidents involving members of protected classes.
- Specifically addresses incidents where a protected class member is involved.
- Aims to standardize reporting procedures related to these incidents.
- The bill was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and subsequently reported.
- The bill was accompanied by a study order (H.5281).
Who is affected
- Members of protected classes (as defined in the civil rights law)
- Law enforcement agencies
- Individuals who experience non-emergency incidents
- The Judiciary branch
Notable changes
- Strengthens reporting requirements for non-emergency incidents involving protected classes.
- Potentially clarifies existing reporting procedures within the civil rights law.
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