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H 2728

An Act establishing the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Fund

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 21 co-sponsors

Massachusetts establishes a dedicated Law Enforcement Memorial Fund to collect and manage resources for honoring fallen officers through commemorative activities and support programs.

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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Bill Summary · H 2728

Legislative bill overview

H 2728 establishes a dedicated Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Fund to honor fallen law enforcement officers and support related commemorative activities. The bill creates a formal mechanism for collecting and managing donations or appropriations designated for memorials, ceremonies, and remembrance programs honoring deceased officers.

Why is this important

Memorial funds provide structured, ongoing support for honoring fallen officers and supporting their families through official commemorative events. This legislation formalizes what may have been ad-hoc fundraising efforts and ensures consistent resources for remembrance activities across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund scope and spending: Questions about what specific expenses qualify (ceremonies, monuments, scholarships for officers' families, administrative costs) and oversight mechanisms
  • Appropriation levels: Debate over how much state funding should be allocated versus relying on private donations
  • Administration: Uncertainty about which agency oversees the fund, who makes spending decisions, and transparency/accountability requirements

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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