H 1935
An Act relative to wiretapping in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1935, addresses regulations surrounding wiretapping within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It seeks to clarify and potentially strengthen existing laws concerning the interception of communications, aiming to ensure greater transparency and accountability in such practices. The bill’s specific details are currently under study by the Judiciary Committee.
Key provisions
- Requires warrants for wiretaps.
- Establishes guidelines for the use of surveillance technology.
- Defines ‘wiretapping’ more precisely.
- Addresses the retention of intercepted communications.
- Specifies penalties for unlawful wiretapping.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Individuals subject to surveillance
- Legal professionals
- Government officials
Notable changes
- The bill mandates stricter warrant requirements for wiretaps compared to current law.
- It introduces guidelines for the lawful use of surveillance technology.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Edward R. Philips
Cosponsor
Michael Hyde
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Bill H.1935 194th (Current)
An Act relative to wiretapping in the Commonwealth
By Representative Philips of Sharon (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1935) of Michael Hyde relative to wiretapping. The Judiciary.
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Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Edward R. Philips (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1935
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 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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