H1666

Relative to capital punishment for the murder of law enforcement officers

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes capital punishment for the murder of law enforcement officers in Massachusetts.

This bill amends Massachusetts law to establish capital punishment for the murder of law enforcement officers. It defines "law enforcement officer" to include correction officers and those exercising the authority of a police officer, sheriff, or deputy sheriff. The bill outlines specific aggravating and mitigating circumstances for the jury to consider when determining the sentence.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 23, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Sep 16, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Sep 16, 2025

House

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