H2619

Repealing the outdated and widely misused Civil Defense Act of 1950

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2619 repeals the Civil Defense Act of 1950, citing it as outdated and misused.

Massachusetts H2619 seeks to repeal the Civil Defense Act of 1950, which is described as outdated and widely misused. The bill, introduced by Representative John Gaskey, aims to remove this legislation from the state's statutes, reflecting a shift in public safety and homeland security policies. The act's repeal is intended to address its perceived ineffectiveness and improper application in contemporary contexts.

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Where it stands

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In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Oct 31, 2025

11:30 AM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

Oct 31, 2025

11:30 AM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Apr 23

House

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

Oct 31, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Oct 28, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/31/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium