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This bill aims to eliminate mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Striking out and replacing sections of Chapter 94C of the General Laws that specify mandatory minimum sentences for various drug-related offenses, such as manufacturing, distributing, or possessing certain controlled substances. 2. Removing language that sets mandatory minimum fines for these drug offenses. 3. Allowing individuals currently serving sentences or charged with drug offenses under Chapter 94C to be eligible for parole after serving half the minimum term of their sentence, to participate in education, training, employment, or work release programs, and to receive good conduct deductions from their sentence. The goal of this bill is to provide more flexibility in sentencing for drug offenses and to expand opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration for those convicted of such crimes.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1910