H1777

Relative to expanding protections against incest

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands protections against incest in Massachusetts to include affinity and adoption.

This bill amends the General Laws of Massachusetts to expand protections against incest by including relationships of affinity and adoption. The change will affect legal definitions and potential criminal charges related to incestuous relationships. The act will take effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 10, 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 06/10/2025 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