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Police chiefs and first‑responder groups back ‘Halo Act’ to create 25‑foot safety zone at emergency scenes
Summary
Law enforcement leaders, chiefs and unions urged passage of H.2057 to establish a 25‑foot buffer and misdemeanor penalty for interference with first responders after a warning, saying the measure supports de‑escalation and responder safety without curtailing recording or observation rights.
Boston — Police chiefs, labor representatives and public safety trainers told the Joint Committee on the Judiciary on Sept. 21 they support H.2057, known as the “Halo Act,” which would create a 25‑foot safety zone around first responders engaged in emergency operations and authorize limited misdemeanor charges if a warned person refuses to back away.
Steven Xiarhos (state representative and former deputy police chief),…
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