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MA S1386

Improving juvenile justice data collection


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
05/21/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. It requires various state agencies and departments, such as the Department of Correction, Parole Board, and Juvenile Court, to collect and report detailed information on the contacts and interactions of juveniles with the justice system. The collected data will include demographic information like age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and race or ethnicity. The data will be compiled and published annually by the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, Attorney General's Office, Chief Justice for Administration and Management, and Executive Office of Human Services, ensuring transparency and comprehensive state planning for the juvenile justice system.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (19)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 05/21/2020)

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