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6/13/23, 1:00 PM - Committee Hearing: Judiciary, A-2 and Virtual

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Date/Time: 6/13/23 1:00 PM
Location: A-2 and Virtual
Committee: Joint Committee on Judiciary (JJU)
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Crimes II.

The Chair will limit testimony to three minutes per individual and reserves the right to call public officials out of turn. The public is invited to participate in this hybrid hearing, which will be live-streamed on the Legislature's website. To register to testify virtually, you must provide contact information on the linked form by 5:00 p.m. on June 11th, 2023. Once registered, you will receive further instruction on how to participate.  Individuals and groups testifying in person are also encouraged to register online. Written testimony may be submitted to the Judiciary Committee at 24 Beacon Street, Room 136, Boston, MA 02133 or by e-mail to michael.musto@mahouse.gov. 


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Speaker List:

  • Sen. Brownsberger - Senator
  • Sen. Jehlen - Senator
  • Rep. Sabadosa - Representative
  • Rep. Boldyga - Representative
  • Sen. Eldridge - Senator
  • Sen. Moran - Senator
  • Rep. Xiarhos - Representative
  • Sen. Creem - Senator
  • Sen. Rausch - Senator
  • Sen. Moore - Senator
  • Rep. Rogers - Representative
  • Sen. Kennedy - Senator
  • Marian Ryan - Middlesex County District Attorney
  • Wayne McDaniel - Massachusetts Trial Court Compliance and Investigations
  • Stacey Fortes - Chief Justice of the District Court
  • Matthew Machera - Chelsea District Court
  • Sen. O'Connor - Senator
  • Joelle - Concerned Citizen
  • Rep. Sullivan - Representative
  • Beth Naomi - Concerned Citizen
  • Danielle Brandt - Concerned Citizen
  • Ellen Brown - United States Air Force Veteran
  • Grant Smith Ellis - Independent Journalist
  • Lucas Thayer - Concerned Citizen
  • Serko Gregorian - Concerned Citizen
  • Franklin King - Mass General Hospital
  • Chip McHugh - Concerned Citizen
  • Gregory Shea - Concerned Citizen
  • Allison Shea - Concerned Citizen
  • Michael Durkin - Concerned Citizen
  • Michael Clark - Municipal Police Department
  • Ryan Kearney - Retailers Association of Massachusetts
  • Sarah - Concerned Citizen
  • Deidra Newton - Concerned Citizen
  • Tara - Concerned Citizen
  • Jordan Penney - South Shore Resource and Advocacy Center
  • Katherine Redelk - Concerned Citizen
  • Karen Fabrizio - South Shore Resource and Advocacy Center
  • Frank Frederickson - Fraternal Order of Police
  • Jennifer Manning - Concerned Citizen
  • Laura Beneski Joseph - Concerned Citizen
  • Taylor Walsh - Concerned Citizen
  • Elizabeth Hernberg - Concerned Citizen
  • Adelaide Hernberg - Concerned Citizen
  • Dody Adkins Perry - Concerned Citizen
  • Irene Lincoln - Concerned Citizen
  • Beth Davis - Concerned Citizen
  • Rep. Donaghue - Representative
  • Elizabeth Hunt - Concerned Citizen
  • Traci Green - Brandeis University
  • Vivek Gonzalez - Concerned Citizen
  • Jamie Davis - Concerned Citizen
  • David Slacken - Concerned Citizen
  • Andy Varela - Salem City Councillor
  • James Davis - Bay Staters for Natural Medicine
  • Allison Seacard - Concerned Citizen
  • Miyabe Shields - Maitland Mountain Farm
  • Unidentified Speaker - Concerned Citizen
  • William Hillman - Concerned Citizen
  • Timothy Morris - Concerned Citizen
  • Danny Carson - Concerned Citizen
  • Hunter Plattsman - Concerned Citizen
  • Jamie Morey - Parents for Plant Medicine
  • Matthew Morelli - Addiction Healing Alternatives
  • Alessandra Fabella - Concerned Citizen
  • Beth Ferris - Concerned Citizen
  • Mac Haddow - American Kratom Association
  • Michael Overstreet - The Kratom Guy Show Podcast
  • Susan Eppard - Concerned Citizen
  • Melissa Vidrine - Concerned Citizen

Bill List:

  • SB 913: An act relative to archaic laws
  • SB 1009 & HB 1754: Acts relative to plant medicine
  • HB 3589: No summary details given
  • SB 1081 & SB 1082: Acts concerning fentanyl test strips and medical cannabis access
  • HB 1822 & HB 1826: Acts regarding fentanyl crime and drug registry
  • SB 925 & SB 926: Acts related to fentanyl test strips and gun manufacturing
  • SB 1071 & HB 1568: Acts concerning courthouse security
  • SB 1124, SB 1095, SB 965: Acts related to drug policy
  • HB 1781, HB 1497: Acts related to fentanyl test strips and opioid crisis
  • HB 1693 & HB 1443: Acts related to retail crime
  • SB 1098 & HB 1098: Acts related to GPS tampering
  • HB 1469, HB 1801: Acts related to archaic laws
  • HB 3762: Concerns Kratom regulation

Synopsis:

At the legislative committee hearing, a diverse range of issues was presented, touching on archaic laws, the use of plant-based medicines, courthouse security, and consumer protections.

Senator Brownsberger introduced SB 913, focusing on repealing outdated laws that infringe on personal privacy, specifically targeting sexual privacy laws. His testimony highlighted the legislative need to modernize the law to better reflect current societal norms. Senator Jehlen and Representative Sabadosa, discussing SB 1009 and HB 1754, advocated for the decriminalization of certain natural substances like psilocybin, emphasizing potential medicinal benefits noted in psychiatric research.

The committee also heard from Senator Moran and Representative Xiarhos on bills concerning fentanyl, such as SB 1081 and HB 1822. These bills aim to mitigate risks associated with fentanyl by enhancing the legal framework for using test strips and establishing a drug dealer registry to improve tracking and enforcement.

Further notable contributions included Senator O'Connor and others advocating for SB 1095, a bill aiming to hold mid- to high-level drug dealers accountable through enhanced penalties for fentanyl distribution. Testimonies referenced personal stories of loss due to fentanyl overdoses, illustrating the human impact and emphasizing the urgency of legislative action.

Issues of domestic violence also surfaced, notably around the proposed SB 1098 regarding GPS monitoring for offenders. Multiple survivors and advocates shared their experiences, underlining the need for stricter regulations to prevent tampering with monitoring devices, which are critical for the safety of victims.

Senators Creem and Kennedy, along with legislators from the judiciary committees, discussed the necessity for improvements in courthouse security, advocating for SB 1071 to expand the powers and jurisdiction of court officers to maintain order and safety both inside and outside court premises.

On a preventive note, several advocates pressed for the legal recognition and regulation of plant medicines. Doctor Franklin King from Mass General Hospital and various citizens testified about the benefits of substances like psilocybin, arguing their potential to treat mental health conditions effectively.

Additionally, discussions included bills related to Kratom, with Mac Haddow representing the American Kratom Association. They argued against prohibition, insisting on proper regulation through HB 3762 to prevent adulteration but meet consumer safety standards.

Overall, the hearing covered crucial legislative concerns, with a mix of forward-looking health measures and stricter law enforcement proposals aimed at enhancing public safety. Each bill presented was contextualized with personal stories and expert testimonies that painted a vivid picture of the real-world implications of legislative inaction or action.