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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
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)
Official Document
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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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