Criminal Justice (Drug Policy)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 22, 2026

S 1706: An Act establishing a commission to review substance use in correctional facilities

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1706) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establishing a commission to review substance use in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes commission to review substance use in correctional facilities, advancing rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform by improving treatment programs within prisons.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 21, 2025

S 1753: An Act strengthening synthetic drug laws in correctional facilities

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1753) of Patrick M. O'Connor, Michael O. Moore, Paul K. Frost, David T. Vieira and other members of the General Court for legislation to prohibit Class C synthetic chemical substance, or agent that has mind altering or mood changing effects in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill strengthens restrictions on synthetic drugs in prisons, restricting access without advancing reform. Aligns with 'oppose' indicators of restricting criminal justice policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2047: An Act eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses

By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2047) of Bud L. Williams relative to eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEliminates mandatory minimum drug sentences, directly advancing criminal justice reform by reducing mass incarceration and promoting rehabilitation over punitive sentencing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Sentencing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2023: An Act restoring judicial discretion in controlled substance cases

By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2023) of Erika Uyterhoeven and Samantha Montaño relative to judicial discretion in certain controlled substance cases. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestores judicial discretion in sentencing for controlled substance cases, reducing mandatory minimums and aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 8, 2025

H 4123: An Act relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities

By Representatives Donaghue of Westborough and Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4123) of Kate Donaghue and Andres X. Vargas relative to the distribution of opioid antagonists at correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates opioid antagonist distribution in correctional facilities, addressing inmate health and overdose prevention - a direct correctional reform measure to reduce recidivism and improve rehabilitation.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDistributing opioid antagonists (naloxone) in correctional facilities prevents overdose deaths, a public health measure directly protecting patient safety in healthcare settings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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