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Introduced
03/26/2018
03/26/2018
In Committee
04/05/2018
04/05/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require the public pension fund to divest from ammunition and firearms. Public Service.
AI Summary
This bill requires the public pension fund in Massachusetts to divest from companies that manufacture or sell ammunition, firearms, or firearm accessories for non-law enforcement or non-military purposes. The bill defines key terms like "ammunition," "firearm," and "firearm accessory," and outlines the process for the public fund to identify and divest from these companies within 12 months. It also provides legal protections for the fund and its members from any potential liabilities related to the divestment. The bill requires the fund to report annually on its compliance with the divestment requirements.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (24)
Cory Atkins (D),
Ruth Balser (D),
Christine Barber (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Cynthia Creem (D),
Julian Cyr (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Lori Ehrlich (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Jay Kaufman (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
David Linsky (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Jim O'Day (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Byron Rushing (D),
Frank Smizik (D),
Aaron Vega (D),
Chris Walsh (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4709 (on 07/09/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4402 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4402.pdf |
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