H 1746
An Act enhancing protections for sexual violence survivors
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen protections for individuals who have experienced sexual violence in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve support systems and legal processes for survivors, ensuring they have access to necessary resources and a more equitable legal experience. The legislation focuses on enhancing existing protections and addressing gaps in current laws related to sexual violence. It is currently under review by the Judiciary committee.
Key provisions
- Expands access to support services for sexual violence survivors.
- Strengthens legal protections during investigations and prosecutions.
- Addresses issues related to reporting and evidence collection.
- May include provisions related to training for law enforcement and legal professionals.
- Potentially clarifies definitions and procedures related to sexual violence cases.
Who is affected
- Individuals who have experienced sexual violence
- Legal professionals (lawyers, judges)
- Law enforcement officers
- Victim service providers
- The Massachusetts legal system
Notable changes
- The bill likely aims to update existing laws to better reflect current understanding of sexual violence.
- It may introduce changes to reporting requirements or evidentiary standards.
- Could include provisions to address systemic issues within the legal system related to sexual violence cases.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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Bill H.1746 194th (Current)
An Act enhancing protections for sexual violence survivors
By Representatives Higgins of Leominster and Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1746) of Natalie M. Higgins, Tricia Farley-Bouvier and others relative to enhancing protections for sexual violence survivors. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Natalie M. Higgins , Tricia Farley-Bouvier
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1746
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 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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