H2617

Further defining a hate crime

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands the definition of hate crimes to include attacks on police officers resulting in serious injury or death.

This bill amends the definition of hate crimes in Massachusetts to include attacks on police officers that result in serious injury or death. The proposed change adds to the existing definition, which already includes assault, battery, or intimidation. This addition aims to provide stronger legal protections for law enforcement officers.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 25, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Apr 23

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)

Sep 11, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Feb 27, 2025

House

Referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security