An Act to improve access to justice during the COVID-19 state of emergency
By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1521) of Michael S. Day and others for legislation to improve access to justice during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The Judiciary.
Bill Information
Bill Information
- Presenter:
- Michael S. Day
Emergency Preamble
Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to ease congestion in the Massachusetts District Court systems, promote judicial efficiency and protect civil rights during the Governor’s COVID-19 emergency declaration, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public safety and convenience.
Bill History
| Date | Branch | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 3/29/2021 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 3/29/2021 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/6/2021 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/12/2021 from 10:00 AM-03:00 PM in Virtual Hearing |
| 6/9/2022 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4844 |
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