H 2029
An Act to eliminate standard conditions in probation
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Bill overview
This bill aims to eliminate the standard conditions that probation officers routinely impose on individuals under supervision. Currently, probationers are often required to adhere to a set of standard rules, which can vary by jurisdiction. The bill seeks to create a more individualized and flexible approach to probation, focusing on addressing the specific needs and circumstances of each person under supervision rather than applying a uniform set of requirements.
Key provisions
- Eliminates standard conditions in probation.
- Promotes individualized probation plans.
- Allows probation officers to tailor conditions to the specific needs of each case.
- Aims to reduce barriers to successful reintegration into the community.
- Encourages a focus on rehabilitation rather than strict compliance with general rules.
Who is affected
- Individuals on probation in Massachusetts
- Probation officers
- The Massachusetts court system
Notable changes
- Shifts from a standardized approach to probation to a more individualized one.
- May lead to greater flexibility in probation conditions.
- Could potentially reduce the number of people held in prolonged supervision.
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Primary sponsor
Andres X. Vargas
Cosponsor
Andres X. Vargas
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Bill H.2029 194th (Current)
An Act to eliminate standard conditions in probation
By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2029) of Andres X. Vargas for legislation to eliminate standard conditions in probation. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Andres X. Vargas
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2029
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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