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MA S1013

MA S1013
To protect election workers


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to protect election workers. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to protect election workers in Massachusetts by making it unlawful to harass, threaten, coerce, or intimidate them while they are performing their official duties, or in retaliation for their performance of those duties. The bill defines "election worker" broadly to include any person working for the state or a municipality to administer elections. It also prohibits the public dissemination of election workers' personal information, such as their home addresses or contact details, if it could lead to harassment or threats. Violations of these provisions can result in imprisonment of up to four years or a fine of up to $10,000 for a first offense, and up to ten years' imprisonment or a $25,000 fine for subsequent offenses.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1013
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1013.pdf
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