H1619

Relative to Trial Court data collection

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1619 amends the General Laws to mandate the collection and public disclosure of demographic data from individuals accused of crimes in.

Massachusetts H1619 amends Section 9 of Chapter 211B of the General Laws to include a new responsibility for the Trial Court. This responsibility involves collecting and maintaining data on the offenses, race, gender, and age of individuals accused of crimes. The bill also mandates that this collected data be made publicly available. This change aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the judicial process by providing detailed demographic information related to criminal cases.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 9, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order