An Act to promote healing for the families of homicide victims

Summary

The bill amends Massachusetts law to require every police department to appoint an officer with trauma and mental‑health experience to act as a liaison for families of homicide victims. That officer must issue quarterly reports on investigation progress, list counseling resources, and protect families’ privacy and cultural needs. Named the Darrell Lee Jenkins Jr. Memorial Act, it would take effect on January 1, 2027.

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