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MA H1909

MA H1909
Regarding stealthing


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the use of sexually protective devices. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to address the issue of "stealthing," which refers to the intentional removal or damage of a sexually protective device, such as a condom, during sexual intercourse or contact without the partner's consent. The bill proposes to amend the existing laws to explicitly state that if a person agrees to have sexual intercourse or contact on the condition that a sexually protective device is used, and the other person intentionally removes or damages the device without permission, then there has been no valid consent. The term "sexually protective device" is defined to include various contraceptive and barrier methods, such as condoms, spermicides, and dental dams.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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