Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2596: An Act further defining a hate crime
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 2596 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act further defining a hate crime. Primary sponsor: David DeCoste (Republican). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 23, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative DeCoste of Norwell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2596) of John E. Nelson, Mass Coalition of Police and others for legislation to further define hate crimes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David DeCoste | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Plymouth |
| James B. Kenneally, Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Shauna O'Connell | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| John E. Nelson, Mass Coalition of Police | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security