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MA S2491
MA S2491Updating the definition of sexual assault counsellor to expand confidentiality protections
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Introduced
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
In Committee
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to update the definition of sexual assault counsellor to expand confidentiality protections,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2491).
AI Summary
This bill updates the definition of "sexual assault counselor" in Massachusetts law to expand the confidentiality protections afforded to communications between a victim of sexual assault and their counselor. Specifically, the bill adds "licensed mental health counselors" to the list of professionals considered to be "sexual assault counselors" under the law, thereby extending the confidentiality privilege to communications with these practitioners as well. This change aims to provide greater privacy and legal protections for individuals seeking support and counseling related to sexual assault experiences.
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on the Judiciary (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 03/12/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2491 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2491.pdf |
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