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MA S2979

Relative to archaic laws


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Introduced
06/30/2022
In Committee
07/06/2022
Crossed Over
06/30/2022
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to archaic laws (being the text of Senate, No. 2956, printed as amended)

AI Summary

This bill establishes a permanent Law Revision Commission to examine the Commonwealth's laws and recommend reforms to address defects and outdated provisions. It also repeals or amends several archaic laws, including those related to "common night walkers," "lewd and lascivious acts," and the "abominable and detestable crime against nature." The goal of this legislation is to modernize and improve the accessibility of Massachusetts' laws.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

Rules (S)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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