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MA H1563

MA H1563
Relative to aggressive panhandling on or adjacent to public ways


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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

Relative to prohibiting certain disorderly begging or panhandling and providing a penalty for violations. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 272 of the General Laws by adding a new section that prohibits certain types of aggressive panhandling or begging on or near public ways. Specifically, the bill makes it an offense punishable by up to 3 months in the house of correction for a person to beg or panhandle within 20 feet of a public way in a manner that is disorderly, disturbing, or involves profane, obscene, or indecent language or behavior. The bill aims to address issues related to aggressive panhandling and provide a penalty for such violations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1563
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1563.pdf
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