Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1221: An Act strengthening GPS tampering Laws
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1221 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act strengthening GPS tampering Laws. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 13, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S3159.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1221) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to GPS tampering. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and Norfolk |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“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 S3159
- Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 30, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 and virtual
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary