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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 strengthen justice and support for sex trade survivors. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to strengthen justice and support for sex trade survivors in Massachusetts. Key provisions include:
1. Defining "prostituted person" to include victims of sexual servitude, sex trafficking, inducement of minors into prostitution, and those engaging in prostitution due to lack of access to basic necessities.
2. Expanding certain criminal laws related to human trafficking and prostitution to cover additional offenses.
3. Directing fines from certain prostitution-related offenses to the Victims of Human Trafficking Trust Fund.
4. Replacing the term "prostitute" with "prostituted person" in relevant laws to recognize these individuals as victims.
5. Establishing a special commission to review and provide recommendations on preventing, identifying, and responding to all forms of prostitution in the state, focusing on supporting survivors through services, prevention efforts, and capacity-building for survivor-led programs.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (18)
Cindy Friedman (D)*,
Jo Comerford (D),
Brendan Crighton (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Lydia Edwards (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Brad Jones (R),
John Keenan (D),
Robyn Kennedy (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Rita Mendes (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Dave Vieira (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2753 (on 05/02/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S983 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S983.pdf |
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