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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 establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to increasing racial diversity among judges. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special legislative commission to study and make recommendations on increasing racial diversity among judges in Massachusetts. The commission will consist of 15 members, including legislators, government officials, and representatives from various legal and civil rights organizations. The commission will evaluate the current and historic state of racial diversity in the judiciary, assess the impact of legislative action, and propose standards for admission to the judiciary. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to the state government by December 31, 2024.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Carlos González (D)*,
Russell Holmes (D)*,
Carol Doherty (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Francisco Paulino (D),
Orlando Ramos (D),
Priscila Sousa (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Ethnic Minority and Racial Group Discrimination
Government Operations
- ‐ Judicial Branch Operations
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1528 | 03/14/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1528.pdf | 03/14/2023 |
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