HB 145 (2021): relative to physical force in defense of a person.

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HB 145 (2021)

relative to physical force in defense of a person.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 2021-2022
  • House committee: Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • Subject: Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

The Story

It was introduced on January 6, 2021 and referred to the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety committee. The committee voted unanimously, 18–0, to recommend that the House kill it, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On February 24, 2021 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 5, 2021, 2:30 PM: public hearing, House Criminal Justice and Public Safety

Votes

  • February 24, 2021, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 6, 2021: Introduced (in recess of) 01/06/2021 and referred to Criminal Justice and Public Safety
  • February 5, 2021: Public Hearing: 02/05/2021 02:30 pm Members of the public may attend using the following link: To join the webinar: https://www.zoom.us/j/98584313159 / Executive session on pending legislation may be held throughout theday (time permitting) from the time the committee is initially convened
  • February 16, 2021: Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate (Vote 18-0; CC)
  • February 24, 2021: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 02/24/2021

Laws It Would Change

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