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MA S1358

Relative to military grade controlled property


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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 military grade controlled property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill aims to increase oversight and transparency around the acquisition of military-grade controlled property by law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts. It defines key terms like "federal agency", "law enforcement agency", "local legislative body", and "military grade controlled property". The bill requires local law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their local legislative body before applying for the transfer of such equipment or related funds from federal agencies. For regional or state-level law enforcement agencies, approval is required from the Secretary of Public Safety and Security. The bill also mandates that applications for such transfers include detailed information about the specific equipment being sought.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2565 (on 02/27/2020)

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