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MA S1293

MA S1293
Creating a commission to study the effectiveness of a drug dealer registry in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
04/15/2015
In Committee
04/15/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create a commission to study the effectiveness of a drug dealer registry in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a commission to study the effectiveness of a statewide registry for known drug dealers in the Commonwealth, meaning Massachusetts. The commission's purpose is to examine how convicted drug dealers are currently tracked, their involvement in other crimes, and the potential public safety benefits of creating such a registry. The commission will be comprised of the Secretary of Public Safety and Security, the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety, the Superintendent of the State Police, appointed members from the House of Representatives and the Senate (including minority party representation), and one member appointed by the governor. This commission is tasked with reporting its findings and recommendations for legislation to the legislature by December 31, 2015.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2362 (on 06/23/2016)

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