Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 149: An Act to establish a DNA exception rule for victims of rape
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Plain-language summary
HD 149 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to establish a DNA exception rule for victims of rape. It lists 9 additional sponsors.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 7 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Ashe | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd Hampden |
| Dennis Gallagher | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 8th Plymouth |
| Carmine Gentile | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Middlesex |
| Natalie Higgins | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Worcester |
| Brad Jones | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 20th Middlesex |
| Hannah Kane | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 11th Worcester |
| Mike Moore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Worcester |
| Adrianne Ramos | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Essex |
| Adam Scanlon | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Bristol |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.