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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2055: An Act relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2055) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides pre-adjudication credit for juveniles, reducing unnecessary detention and promoting rehabilitation - aligns with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1955: An Act relative to fentanyl test strips

By Representatives Rogers of Cambridge and Schwartz of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1955) of David M. Rogers, Greg Schwartz and others relative to the decriminalization of fentanyl test strips. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDecriminalizing fentanyl test strips reduces criminal penalties for possession, aligns with harm reduction reform, and promotes public health within criminal justice framework.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDecriminalizing fentanyl test strips increases public health access to harm reduction tools, directly supporting overdose prevention and patient safety within healthcare policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1129: An Act to eliminate standard conditions in probation

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1129) of Adam Gomez for legislation to eliminate standard conditions in probation. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEliminates blanket probation conditions, reducing unnecessary restrictions and aligning with rehabilitation-focused criminal justice reform.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1658: An Act to enhance fairness and increase positive outcomes for children

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1658) of Marjorie C. Decker relative to the use of electronic monitoring of juveniles. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes juvenile justice reform through electronic monitoring alternatives, enhancing fairness as stated in title and summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 1695: An Act promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services

By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1695) of Brandy Fluker-Reid, Erika Uyterhoeven and Russell E. Holmes relative to promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes juvenile diversion to community services, reducing incarceration and aligning with criminal justice reform goals like rehabilitation and recidivism reduction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1678: An Act to ensure all Massachusetts litigants due process of law

H 1678, introduced by Representative Michelle DuBois, aims to strengthen due process protections for all individuals involved in court cases (litigants) across Massachusetts. The bill focuses on procedural reforms within the state's judicial system to ensure fair treatment for plaintiffs, defendants, and other parties in legal proceedings. It would require courts to implement specific safeguards to uphold due process rights during litigation, though the exact mechanisms are not detailed in the provided abstract. This legislation directly affects anyone participating in civil or criminal cases in Massachusetts courts. The bill is currently under consideration by the Judiciary Committee.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeStrengthens due process protections for litigants in court, aligning with criminal justice reform by ensuring fair treatment and upholding civil rights during legal proceedings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1285: An Act ensuring an appropriate response to shoplifting

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1285) of John C. Velis for legislation relative penalties for shoplifting and judicial discretion when a person is dealing with a substance use disorder. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allows judicial discretion for substance use disorder in shoplifting cases, promoting diversion over punishment, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1587: An Act relative to justice for survivors

By Representatives Barber of Somerville and Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1587) of Christine P. Barber, Brandy Fluker-Reid and others relative to adults or children charged with crimes. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill title 'An Act relative to justice for survivors' directly addresses victim-centered criminal justice reform, aligning with indicators like protecting civil rights and promoting system accountability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

HD 5246: A communication from the Northwestern District Attorney’s Office (see Section 47(d) of Chapter 94C of the General Laws) submitting a report on its fiscal year 2025 law enforcement trust funds for drug rehabilitation, drug education and neighborhood crime watch programs

This bill requires the Northwestern District Attorney's Office to submit a report detailing how $15,974.45 in fiscal year 2025 law enforcement trust funds were allocated across community programs. The report specifies spending on anti-drug initiatives ($4,000), neighborhood crime watch campaigns ($3,474.45), drug education ($1,000), and sponsorships like the NoFIRES Conference ($7,500). It also includes data on $85,359 in forfeited funds, representing 18.71% of total forfeited amounts. The report is mandated under Chapter 94C, Section 47(d) of the General Laws, ensuring transparency in how these funds support local crime prevention and rehabilitation efforts.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates reporting on funds allocated to drug education, rehabilitation, and community programs - directly aligns with criminal justice reform indicators like reducing recidivism through prevention.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2036: An Act prohibiting electronic tracking of motor vehicles

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2036) of Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to further regulate the tracking of motor vehicles. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits law enforcement electronic vehicle tracking, protecting civil liberties and aligning with criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits electronic vehicle tracking, directly protecting location privacy under data privacy regulations90% confidence

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