H 1825
An Act relative to employees of private railroads
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Bill overview
This bill addresses incidents of assault and battery against employees of private railroads in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish a framework for addressing and potentially prosecuting such offenses, recognizing the vital public service these employees provide. The bill’s purpose is to protect railroad workers from violence while they are performing their duties. It is currently under consideration by the Judiciary Committee.
Key provisions
- Addresses assault and battery against employees of private railroads.
- Recognizes the public service provided by these railroad workers.
- Aims to provide legal recourse for victims of such crimes.
- Currently under review by the Judiciary Committee.
- Related to similar legislation addressing violence against other public service workers.
Who is affected
- Employees of private railroads
- Victims of assault and battery
- The Judiciary branch
- Railroad industry
Notable changes
- The bill specifically targets assault and battery incidents involving railroad employees.
- It builds upon existing legislation addressing workplace violence in other sectors.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Cosponsors
John J. Marsi
John R. Gaskey
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Michael D. Brady
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Bill H.1825 194th (Current)
An Act relative to employees of private railroads
By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1825) of Kathleen R. LaNatra, Michael D. Brady and John R. Gaskey relative to assault and battery upon certain employees of private railroads delivering a public service. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Kathleen R. LaNatra
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1825
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 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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