H 2867
An Act to clarify civil service information-sharing
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify how information about civil service employees is shared with law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that the sharing of this information is done in a way that respects privacy and adheres to legal guidelines. The legislation intends to provide greater transparency and control over the release of sensitive personnel data to law enforcement.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘civil service information’ for the purpose of sharing with law enforcement.
- Establishes procedures for requesting and obtaining civil service information.
- Specifies the types of circumstances under which civil service information may be shared.
- Requires law enforcement agencies to document their requests for and receipt of civil service information.
- Addresses potential privacy concerns related to the sharing of employee data.
- Creates a process for individuals to challenge the disclosure of their civil service information.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts
- Civil service employees in Massachusetts
- The public (regarding potential privacy concerns)
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a formal framework for civil service information sharing with law enforcement.
- It may establish limitations on the types of information that can be shared.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Kenneth I. Gordon
Natalie M. Higgins
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Bill H.2867 194th (Current)
An Act to clarify civil service information-sharing
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2867) of Natalie M. Higgins, Kenneth I. Gordon and James B. Eldridge for legislation to clarify civil service information furnished to law enforcement authorities. Public Service.
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Presenter: Natalie M. Higgins
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2867
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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