H 2973
An Act relating to fair compensation for bilingual police officers
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to ensure that Massachusetts police officers who are fluent in languages other than English receive fair compensation. It addresses concerns about inadequate pay for these officers, recognizing the value of their language skills in serving diverse communities. The bill aims to establish a system for recognizing and rewarding bilingual officers’ contributions to public safety. It is currently undergoing a study order process within the legislature.
Key provisions
- Recognizes the value of bilingualism in law enforcement.
- Addresses compensation disparities for bilingual police officers.
- Currently undergoing a study order to assess implementation details.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Police Officers
- Bilingual Law Enforcement Personnel
- Communities with diverse linguistic populations
Notable changes
- The bill is currently in a study order phase, suggesting further consideration and potential revisions are anticipated.
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Primary sponsor
Priscila S. Sousa
Cosponsor
Priscila S. Sousa
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Bill H.2973 194th (Current)
An Act relating to fair compensation for bilingual police officers
By Representative Sousa of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2973) of Priscila S. Sousa relative to compensation for bilingual police officers. Public Service.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Priscila S. Sousa
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2973
| 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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