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MA S870

Relative to protecting LGBTQ victims


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to protecting LGBTQ victims. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to protect LGBTQ victims by amending existing laws to clarify that the discovery, knowledge, or potential disclosure of an individual's gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation cannot be considered reasonable provocation in the context of a homicide. This provision is intended to prevent the use of the "gay panic" or "trans panic" defense, which has historically been used to justify violence against LGBTQ individuals.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)

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