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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to prohibiting certain disorderly begging or panhandling and providing a penalty for violations. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 272 of the General Laws by adding a new section that prohibits aggressive panhandling, which is defined as begging or panhandling for funds or alms within 20 feet of a public way (such as a street or sidewalk) in a disorderly or disturbing manner, or using profane, obscene, or indecent language or behavior. Violators of this new section could face a penalty of up to three months in the house of correction, which is a local jail. This legislation aims to address concerns about disruptive begging practices in public spaces.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4706 (on 10/24/2016)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H3442 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3442 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3442.pdf |
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