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MA S2963
Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth
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Introduced
11/30/2020
11/30/2020
In Committee
12/22/2020
12/22/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
12/23/2020
12/23/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to justice, equity and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth
AI Summary
This bill establishes permanent commissions on the status of African Americans, Latinos and Latinas, persons with disabilities, and Black men and boys to study and make policy recommendations to address systemic racism and improve equity across government services and programs. It creates the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission to set certification standards for law enforcement officers and agencies, investigate misconduct, and maintain a database of disciplinary actions. The bill also requires training on mental wellness, crisis intervention, and use of force, limits the use of chokeholds and certain crowd control tactics, and grants the POST Commission the authority to suspend or revoke an officer's certification for misconduct. Overall, the bill aims to improve justice, equity, and accountability in law enforcement in the Commonwealth.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Senate Committee on Ways and Means (S)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020 (on 12/31/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2963 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2963.pdf |
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