S 1747
An Act relative to public safety on private and public college and university campuses
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Bill overview
This bill addresses public safety measures on private and public college and university campuses in Massachusetts. It aims to enhance security protocols and potentially improve emergency response procedures within these institutions. The specific details of the proposed changes are currently under consideration by the Senate Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security. The bill was referred to this committee and subsequently reported favorably.
Key provisions
- Enhancement of security protocols on college and university campuses.
- Potential improvements to emergency response procedures.
- Review of existing safety measures by the committee.
- Focus on public safety and homeland security aspects.
- Consideration of best practices for campus security.
Who is affected
- Students
- Faculty
- Staff
- Private college and university administrators
- Public college and university administrators
Notable changes
- The bill is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security.
- It seeks to strengthen safety measures within higher education institutions.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Adam J. Scanlon
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
Brian W. Murray
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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Bill S.1747 194th (Current)
An Act relative to public safety on private and public college and university campuses
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1747) of Michael O. Moore, David F. DeCoste, John J. Marsi, Rodney M. Elliott and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to public safety on private college and university campuses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1747
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/27/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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