An Act addressing racial disparity in jury selection
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to address racial disparities in jury selection within Massachusetts. It seeks to examine and potentially reform the processes used to select jurors, with the goal of ensuring a more diverse and representative jury pool. The bill is currently undergoing study by the Judiciary Committee to identify and propose solutions to systemic biases that may exist in jury selection.
Key provisions
- Requires a study of racial disparities in jury selection.
- The study will examine current practices and procedures.
- The study will consider potential reforms to improve diversity.
- The Judiciary Committee will oversee the study.
- The study will be conducted in accordance with House Rule 27.
- The study will be accompanied by a study order.
- The study will examine the impact of existing laws and policies.
- The study will consider best practices from other jurisdictions.
Who is affected
- Potential jurors in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Judiciary
- Legal professionals involved in jury selection
- The public
- Individuals seeking jury service
Notable changes
- The bill initiates a comprehensive study of racial disparities in jury selection.
- It mandates the Judiciary Committee to lead the investigation.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
John Francis Moran
Cosponsor
John Francis Moran
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