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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 promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults by raising the age of criminal majority in Massachusetts from 18 to 21 years old. The bill amends various sections of the state's General Laws to replace references to "18 years of age" with "the age of criminal majority" or "21." This change in the age of criminal majority will impact how the criminal justice system handles young offenders, allowing more time for rehabilitation and support services before they are treated as adults. The bill also includes several effective dates for the changes, phasing in the new age of criminal majority over time.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Brendan Crighton (D)*,
Jo Comerford (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Cynthia Creem (D),
Manny Cruz (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Adam Gómez (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
John Keenan (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Pavel Payano (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2926 (on 07/30/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S942 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S942.pdf |
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