H1880

Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1880 imposes life imprisonment for trafficking illegal drugs and firearms concurrently.

Massachusetts H1880 amends Chapter 94C of the General Laws to add a new section addressing illegal trafficking of opioids, heroin, and firearms. The bill mandates life imprisonment for individuals found guilty of trafficking certain illegal drugs and concurrently guilty of firearm-related offenses. This includes a potential fine of up to $500,000. The bill also prohibits such offenders from being eligible for furlough, work release, temporary release, or good conduct deductions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

May 6, 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 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

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