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MA S1054
MA S1054To provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide compensation for loss of income for victims of forced labor and sexual servitude. It amends existing laws to allow compensation received under the new Section 204 of Chapter 149 to be excluded from consideration when determining eligibility for certain government assistance programs. The bill also expands the types of evidence that the Division of Victim Compensation and Assistance can consider when approving applications for compensation for loss of earnings, and authorizes the division to provide cash payments for job retraining or similar employment-oriented services. Additionally, the bill allows the division to compensate parents or legal guardians of minor victims for loss of income.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1054 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1054.pdf |
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