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MA S1039
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nick Collins
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AI Summary
- Amends Chapter 6E, Section 10(f) of the General Laws regarding the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission appeals process
- Requires de novo judicial review under Chapter 30A for POST Commission decisions resulting in officer suspensions exceeding 2 weeks or decertification
- De novo review means a court would examine the case fresh rather than deferring to the Commission's factual findings
- Filed by Senator Nick Collins (First Suffolk) and referred to the Judiciary Committee
- Similar legislation was filed in the 2023-2024 session as Senate No. 918
Legislative Description
Relative to due process
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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