Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S1040 — An Act relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill changes the statute of limitations for certain crimes.

The bill adjusts the time limits for prosecuting crimes related to rape, assault, and human trafficking. It aims to provide more time for victims to seek justice.

Summary

An Act relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does S1040 do?
An Act relative to the statute of limitations in rape, assault and human trafficking crimes
Who sponsors S1040?
S1040 is sponsored by Nick Collins (Democrat).
What is the current status of S1040?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S1040?
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