H 1717
An Act relative to the theft of bulk merchandise containers
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the theft of bulk merchandise containers, particularly those used by businesses like grocery stores and distribution centers. It aims to establish penalties for individuals who steal these containers, recognizing the significant financial losses they cause to businesses. The bill seeks to deter this type of theft and provide a clearer legal framework for addressing it. It builds upon previous attempts to address this issue in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Establishes penalties for the theft of bulk merchandise containers.
- Addresses the financial impact of container theft on businesses.
- Recognizes the importance of these containers to supply chains.
- Builds upon prior legislative efforts to combat container theft.
- Clarifies legal responsibility for container theft.
Who is affected
- Businesses that utilize bulk merchandise containers
- Retailers and distributors
- Individuals involved in the theft of containers
- The Judiciary system
Notable changes
- Creates specific penalties for the theft of bulk merchandise containers.
- Provides a legal basis for addressing a recurring issue of container theft.
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsor
Colleen M. Garry
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Bill H.1717 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the theft of bulk merchandise containers
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1717) of Colleen M. Garry for legislation to establish penalties for the theft of bulk merchandise containers. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Colleen M. Garry
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1717
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 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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