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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require sex offenders to submit a current color photograph to the sex offender registry. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill modifies sections 178D, 178J, and 178K of Chapter 6 in the Massachusetts General Laws (MGLs) to update the requirements for sex offender registry photographs. Specifically, the bill replaces the existing language that refers to a photograph "if available" with a mandate for a "current color photograph". This change means that sex offenders will now be required to provide an up-to-date, color photograph when registering, which could help improve the accuracy and reliability of sex offender identification information. The bill aims to enhance public safety by ensuring that the photographs on the sex offender registry are recent and provide clear, identifiable images of registered individuals.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order (on 10/20/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2645 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2645.pdf |
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