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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish an ethic oath for peace officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) to develop and adopt an ethical oath for peace officers over a 90-day period after the bill's passage. While the specific details of the proposed oath are not provided in this text, the bill indicates an intent to establish a formal ethical commitment for law enforcement professionals in Massachusetts. The 90-day implementation period allows the POST Commission time to carefully craft the language and procedures for administering the new oath, suggesting a deliberate approach to introducing this professional standard for peace officers.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 01/22/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1680 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1680.pdf |
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