H1604

Regarding district court jurisdiction of threats to use deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury or substantial property damage

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Amends Massachusetts law to expand district court jurisdiction over threats involving deadly weapons, explosives, and hazardous substances.

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand the jurisdiction of district courts to include threats involving deadly weapons, explosives, chemical or biological agents, or other devices or substances capable of causing death, serious bodily injury, or substantial property damage. The changes aim to ensure that such serious threats are handled within the appropriate legal framework, enhancing public safety and legal recourse.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time