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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 promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote safety for victims of violent crime and human trafficking. It establishes a new chapter (Chapter 258F) in the General Laws that requires certifying entities, such as law enforcement agencies and prosecutors, to adopt policies for completing and signing nonimmigrant status certification forms for victims of criminal activity and severe forms of trafficking in persons. The bill sets a 90-day deadline for certifying entities to respond to certification requests and requires annual reporting on the number of requests, certifications, and denials. Additionally, the bill establishes an interagency steering committee to assist in implementing the new chapter, including developing training materials, creating sample policies, and monitoring implementation.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (25)
Pat Haddad (D)*,
Tram Nguyen (D)*,
Christine Barber (D),
Tony Cabral (D),
Tackey Chan (D),
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Colleen Garry (D),
Tami Gouveia (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Brad Jones (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Kay Khan (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Rady Mom (D),
Steve Owens (D),
Dave Robertson (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Donald Wong (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1818 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1818.pdf |
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