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MA H3297

MA H3297
Relative to civil asset forfeiture data reporting


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
10/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to civil asset forfeiture data reporting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill, concerning civil asset forfeiture data reporting, aims to improve transparency by requiring state agencies to collect and report specific data related to asset forfeiture. Civil asset forfeiture is a legal process where law enforcement can seize assets suspected of being involved in criminal activity, even if the owner is not convicted of a crime. The bill mandates that this data collection and reporting begin on January 1, 2022, with the rest of the act taking effect upon its passage, ensuring that the public and legislative bodies have a clearer understanding of how these forfeiture processes are being conducted.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 10/06/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3297
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3297.pdf
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