H2645

Relative to the sex offender registry

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2645 mandates sex offenders to submit a current color photograph to the sex offender registry.

Massachusetts H2645 amends the sex offender registry requirements by mandating that sex offenders submit a current color photograph to the registry. This change replaces the previous requirement of submitting a photograph if available. The bill aims to enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of the sex offender registry by ensuring that all registered individuals provide up-to-date visual identification.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 17, 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 06/17/2025 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