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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to sexually exploited individuals. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to provide legal protections and support for sexually exploited individuals. It adds definitions of "commercial sexual exploitation" and "sexually exploited individual" to state law, and expands certain services and protections to cover this population. The bill also modifies existing laws related to prostitution and sexual conduct, offering a more nuanced approach that recognizes sexually exploited individuals as victims rather than perpetrators. Overall, the bill aims to improve the way the legal system addresses the issue of sexual exploitation.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Brian Ashe (D),
Ruth Balser (D),
Christine Barber (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Kay Khan (D),
José Tosado (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1480 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1480.pdf |
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