An Act providing for equity within the Judicial Branch
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends several sections of Massachusetts General Laws to adjust funding levels within the Judicial Branch. Specifically, it increases budgetary allocations for various departments and sections, including the Trial Court, District Court, and Appeals Court, by modifying figures within existing appropriations. These changes are effective July 1, 2026.
Key provisions
- Increases funding for the Trial Court by $3.57.
- Increases funding for the District Court by $3.57.
- Increases funding for the Appeals Court by $3.57.
- Modifies budgetary allocations within Chapter 185 of the General Laws.
- Modifies budgetary allocations within Chapter 185C of the General Laws.
- Modifies budgetary allocations within Chapter 211 of the General Laws.
- Modifies budgetary allocations within Chapter 211A of the General Laws.
- Modifies budgetary allocations within Chapter 211B of the General Laws.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Judicial Branch
- Trial Court
- District Court
- Appeals Court
- State of Massachusetts (through funding allocations)
Notable changes
- Increases funding for the Judicial Branch by $3.57 across multiple sections of law.
- Replaces existing budgetary figures with new, increased amounts.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsor
Daniel Cahill
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