H1889

To eliminate disparate impact

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1889 aims to eliminate disparate impact by prohibiting government units from adopting programs, policies, or practices that.

Massachusetts H1889 seeks to eliminate disparate impact by prohibiting government units from adopting, implementing, approving, or utilizing any program, policy, or practice that disproportionately affects protected groups. It allows aggrieved individuals or classes to institute civil actions in state court for injunctive, declaratory, and other appropriate relief. The plaintiff must prove the challenged program, policy, or practice caused the disparate impact, while the defendant must demonstrate substantial legitimate justification.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Nov 26, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 26, 2025

House

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