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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 establish a multi-agency illicit firearms task force to coordinating efforts to combat illicit firearm distribution, sales and possession. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a multi-agency illicit firearms task force to coordinate efforts to combat the distribution, sale, and possession of illegal firearms in Massachusetts. The task force, co-chaired by the Attorney General and the State Police Colonel, will work to foster compliance with state firearms laws, conduct investigations and enforcement actions, and provide annual reports on their findings and recommendations. Additionally, the bill directs the Commissioner of Public Health to declare a public health emergency regarding gun violence, and creates a special commission to review current laws, regulations, and policies to reduce gun violence and mortality, with a focus on addressing racial and ethnic inequities. The commission will submit its findings and recommendations to the legislature by April 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Jon Santiago (D)*,
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Carlos González (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jim O'Day (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5190 (on 09/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2520 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2520.pdf |
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