S.2976

Relative to violations of the United States Constitution under color of law

Introduced·2/12/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S2976 amends state law to allow citizens to sue for constitutional violations under color of law.

Massachusetts S2976 amends Chapter 12 of the General Laws to allow citizens to sue for deprivation of constitutional rights under color of law. The bill provides a new legal avenue for citizens to seek redress for constitutional violations, including monetary damages, litigation costs, and attorney's fees. The bill also mandates that claimants notify the Attorney General at the time of filing.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 7

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

May 14

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Mar 31

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 04/07/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Mar 30

Senate

Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 30, 2026