H 3348
An Act establishing the executive office of structural racism
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Bill overview
This bill proposes the creation of an Executive Office of Structural Racism within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The office’s purpose would be to identify and address systemic inequities rooted in racism across various state agencies and programs. It aims to promote racial equity and justice through research, policy recommendations, and coordination efforts. The bill seeks to institutionalize a focus on dismantling structural barriers that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
Key provisions
- Establishment of an Executive Office of Structural Racism.
- The office will conduct research on structural racism.
- The office will develop and recommend policies to promote racial equity.
- The office will coordinate efforts across state agencies.
- The office will track and report on racial equity metrics.
- The office will provide training and technical assistance to state agencies.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- State agencies
- Marginalized communities
- Government officials
- Policy makers
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated state-level body focused on addressing structural racism.
- Likely to influence state policies and programs related to equity and justice.
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Primary sponsor
Russell E. Holmes
Cosponsors
Russell E. Holmes
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Bill H.3348 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the executive office of structural racism
By Representative Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3348) of Russell E. Holmes relative to establishing the executive office of structural racism. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Russell E. Holmes Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3348
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 10/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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