Bill
Bill > H2480
MA H2480
MA H2480To create uniform standards in use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm in correctional facilities
summary
Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to create uniform standards in use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill aims to create uniform standards in the use of force, increase transparency, and reduce harm in correctional facilities. It defines key terms like "choke hold," "de-escalation tactics," and "imminent harm," and establishes minimum standards for the use of force by correctional officers. This includes prohibiting the use of certain weapons and techniques, requiring de-escalation measures and medical/mental health assessments, and mandating the use of body cameras and video recording. The bill also requires the collection and public reporting of detailed data on use of force incidents, complaints, investigations, and outcomes. Additionally, it provides incarcerated individuals the right to access records related to use of force incidents involving them.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (16)
Mary Keefe (D)*,
Liz Miranda (D)*,
Ruth Balser (D),
Mike Barrett (D),
Linda Campbell (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Kay Khan (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Steve Owens (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5326 (on 10/11/2022)
Official Document
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2480 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2480.pdf |
Loading...