Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H1965 — An Act relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment.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 addresses compensation for individuals wrongfully convicted of crimes.

The bill allows for compensation to be provided to people who have been wrongfully convicted. It recognizes the injustices faced by these individuals and aims to offer financial support.

Summary

An Act relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction

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

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H1965 do?
An Act relative to compensation for victims of wrongful conviction
Who sponsors H1965?
H1965 is sponsored by Jeffrey N. Roy (Democrat).
What is the current status of H1965?
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 H1965?
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