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MA H776
MA H776Relative to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child by certain employees or contractors. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 268 of the General Laws to provide a cause of action for individuals under the age of 18 who are sexually abused by an employee or contractor of a public or private school, institution of higher learning, or certain state departments or private institutions. The bill states that a person served by such an organization shall be deemed incapable of consenting to sexual relations with an employee or contractor, even if the abuse occurs outside the organization. This aims to protect minors from sexual abuse by those in positions of authority or trust.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Peter Durant (R),
Joan Lovely (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Shaunna O'Connell (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H776 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H776.pdf |
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