Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 2159: An Act establishing an office of restorative justice
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 2159 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing an office of restorative justice. Primary sponsor: Robyn Kennedy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 9, 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 Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2159) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to establish an office of restorative justice within the executive office for administration and finance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robyn Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First 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 Saturday January 31, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight