Bill > S1180

This bill proposes amendments to Chapter 258C of the Massachusetts General Laws to expand access to victim compensation. Specifically, the bill increases the maximum award for funeral and burial expenses from an unspecified previous amount to $15,000, and broadens eligibility for these expenses to include legal guardians, dependents, family members, or anyone who directly incurs funeral and burial costs related to a victim's death. Additionally, the bill extends the timeframe for filing a compensation claim from an unspecified previous period to within five years of the date of the crime. By removing previous restrictions (as indicated by the repeal of Section 2(c) in Section 1), the bill aims to make victim compensation more accessible and supportive for those affected by criminal acts, providing more financial assistance and a longer window to seek compensation for related expenses.

Budget and Finance, Justice

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1180