An Act ensuring an appropriate response to shoplifting

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Overview Bill text 1 History 5 Sponsors

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1285) of John C. Velis for legislation relative penalties for shoplifting and judicial discretion when a person is dealing with a substance use disorder. The Judiciary.

Chamber: Senate
Introduced: Feb 27, 2025
Last action: Dec 18, 2025 — Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2886
Session: 194th
Momentum: 28 · Low

PASSAGE PROBABILITY

1% Unlikely

Why this number

Stage base In Committee — base rate 4%, measured from MA's completed sessions
Momentum -5 28/100 from the pace of recorded action
Time since last action -22 303 days quiet

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