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Introduced
01/16/2024
01/16/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to archaic laws (Senate, No. 2457),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2551).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a permanent Law Revision Commission to examine the state's laws, identify defects and anachronisms, and recommend needed reforms. The commission is composed of various representatives, including the chairs of the joint committee on the judiciary, the attorney general, and appointed attorneys, public officials, and experts. The bill also repeals or amends several outdated and archaic laws, such as those related to "common night walkers," "common street walkers," and the "abominable and detestable crime against nature." Overall, the bill aims to modernize and improve the accessibility of Massachusetts laws.
Sponsors (8)
Will Brownsberger (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Kate Donaghue (D),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Adrianne Ramos (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Senate Committee on Ways and Means (Senate)
Last Action
Reprinted as amended, see S2561 (on 01/18/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Gender, Identity and Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Government Operations
- ‐ Legislative Branch Operations and Rules
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2551 | 01/16/2024 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2551.pdf | 01/16/2024 |
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