An Act to eliminate disparate impact
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act to eliminate disparate impact,’ seeks to restore enforcement of civil rights in Massachusetts. It aims to address situations where laws or policies, while seemingly neutral, have a disproportionately negative impact on certain groups. The bill’s specific details are not available in the provided text, but it indicates a focus on ensuring equal protection under the law. The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently underwent revisions.
Key provisions
- Restores enforcement of civil rights.
- Addresses laws and policies with disparate impacts.
- Focuses on ensuring equal protection under the law.
- Was subject to revisions (S2991).
- Scheduled for a hearing on November 25, 2025.
Who is affected
- Individuals subject to potentially discriminatory laws or policies.
- Groups disproportionately affected by such impacts.
- The legal system in Massachusetts.
Notable changes
- The bill was revised and replaced with S2991.
- The reporting date was extended multiple times.
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