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MA S2181

MA S2181
Establishing Peace Day in the Commonwealth


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Introduced
03/03/2016
In Committee
06/30/2016
Crossed Over
09/19/2016
Passed
09/22/2016
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
09/30/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish Peace Day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 6 of the General Laws by adding a new section that designates September 21st as "Peace Day" in the Commonwealth. The governor would be required to annually issue a proclamation for this day, which aims to acknowledge and advance the objectives of Peace Day in the United States and International Peace Day, while also commemorating victims of violence, and encouraging the public to observe the day appropriately.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 274 of the Acts of 2016 (on 09/30/2016)

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