Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1238: An Act relating to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1238 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relating to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law). Primary sponsor: Jake Oliveira (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1238) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation relative to threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law). The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Oliveira | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- 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