Massachusetts · 194th General Court (2025-2026)

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An Act creating a task force to study the use of the internet by sex offenders

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Overview

This bill establishes a task force to investigate how sex offenders use the internet. The task force will include members of the General Court and will examine various aspects of this issue. The goal is to gain a better understanding of the challenges and potential solutions related to online activity by individuals convicted of sex offenses. This study will inform potential policy changes and strategies for prevention and intervention.

Key provisions

Establish a task force to study internet use by sex offenders.
The task force will include members of the General Court.
The task force will examine the methods used by sex offenders online.
The task force will assess the effectiveness of current prevention and intervention strategies.
The task force will explore potential policy recommendations.
The task force will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature.

Who is affected

Sex Offenders
Law Enforcement
Legislators
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Victims of Sex Crimes

Notable changes

This bill creates a new task force specifically focused on this issue.
The task force's recommendations could lead to changes in internet monitoring practices or legal regulations.

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Legislative history

5 recorded actions

Feb 27, 2025House

Referred to the committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity

Feb 27, 2025Senate

Senate concurred

Jun 30, 2025joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2

Sep 17, 2025House

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently

Oct 16, 2025House

Discharged to the committee on House Rules

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An Act creating a task force to study the use of the internet by sex offenders

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