Bill
H 1923
An Act to promote public safety and better outcomes for youth
194th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 40 co-sponsors
Bill H 1923 raises the criminal age from 18 to 21, treating youth offenders as minors to enhance rehabilitation and improve outcomes in Massachusetts' justice system.
Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)