Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

H2970 — An Act relative to providing the next of kin of a state police officer killed in the line of duty with a flag during the memorial service

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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment.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

The bill provides a flag to the next of kin of fallen state police officers for memorial services.

This bill ensures that the next of kin of a state police officer who dies in the line of duty receives a flag during their memorial service. It aims to honor the sacrifice of these officers and provide support to their families during a difficult time.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families of fallen state police officers will receive a flag to honor their loved ones during memorial services.

Summary

An Act relative to providing the next of kin of a state police officer killed in the line of duty with a flag during the memorial service

Bill Text

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2970 do?
An Act relative to providing the next of kin of a state police officer killed in the line of duty with a flag during the memorial service
Who sponsors H2970?
H2970 is sponsored by Todd M. Smola (Republican).
What is the current status of H2970?
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 H2970?
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