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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
For legislation to promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote the safety of victims of violent crime and human trafficking. It establishes procedures for law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and other certifying entities to issue certifications (Form I-918 Supplement B and Form I-914 Supplement B) that can help victims of qualifying crimes or human trafficking access immigration benefits. The bill outlines the responsibilities of certifying entities, including time frames for processing certification requests, requirements for withdrawing or denying certifications, and confidentiality provisions. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate and enforce violations of the bill's requirements. The bill also mandates reporting on the number of certification requests, approvals, and denitions to the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (21)
Michael Brady (D),
Will Brownsberger (D),
Tony Cabral (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carlos González (D),
Danielle Gregoire (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Donald Humason (R),
Pat Jehlen (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Mark Montigny (D),
Tram Nguyen (D),
Marc Pacheco (D),
Maria Robinson (D),
Danny Ryan (D),
José Tosado (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2493 (on 03/12/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S995 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S995.pdf |
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