Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1758: An Act for fair compensation for erroneous felony conviction
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1758 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act for fair compensation for erroneous felony conviction. Primary sponsor: Russell Holmes (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 31, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4860.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Holmes of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1758) of Russell E. Holmes relative to compensation for erroneous felony convictions. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Holmes | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Suffolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see H4860
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00PM-5:00 PM in A-2 and virtual
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary