H 2040
An Act relative to domestic violence Kianna's Law
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Bill overview
This law, known as Kianna’s Law, aims to improve support for victims of domestic violence by requiring notification to the victim and their family members when a temporary restraining order or other abuse prevention order has been successfully served. The goal is to provide victims and their loved ones with crucial information about the legal protections in place. This will help ensure victims and their families are aware of the steps taken to protect the victim and can access available resources. It is intended to strengthen the safety net surrounding domestic violence cases.
Key provisions
- Requires notification to victims and family members when restraining orders are served.
- Addresses temporary restraining orders and other abuse prevention orders.
- Aims to enhance the safety and support for domestic violence victims.
- Part of a series of bills focused on strengthening domestic violence protections in Massachusetts.
Who is affected
- Domestic violence victims
- Family members of domestic violence victims
- The Judiciary
- Victim advocacy organizations
Notable changes
- Introduces a notification requirement for served restraining orders.
- Builds upon existing legislation related to domestic violence protection.
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Primary sponsor
David T. Vieira
Cosponsor
David T. Vieira
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Bill H.2040 194th (Current)
An Act relative to domestic violence Kianna's Law
By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2040) of David T. Vieira relative to providing notification to victims and family members of victims when notices of temporary restraining orders or other abuse prevention orders have been successfully served. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: David T. Vieira
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2040
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 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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