H 5244
An Act to repeal archaic laws criminalizing pregnancy
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts
Session
194th General Court (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 9:24 PM
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Bill overview
By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Livingstone of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Jay D. Livingstone relative to the concealment of the death of child born out of wedlock. The Judiciary.
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Primary sponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Cosponsors
Jay D. Livingstone
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
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