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MA H3074

Relative to aggressive panhandling on or adjacent to public ways


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th 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 to prohibit certain types of aggressive panhandling or begging on or near public ways. Specifically, it makes it a crime punishable by up to 3 months in the house of correction for a person to beg or panhandle within 20 feet of a public way in a disorderly or disturbing manner, or using profane, obscene, or indecent language or behavior. The bill aims to address concerns about aggressive panhandling that may disrupt public spaces or cause disturbances.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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