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Pittsfield council unanimously endorses three state bills aimed at child-protection and hiring practices

2496034 · February 25, 2025
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Summary

Councilors voted to send letters of support for three state bills: one addressing online child sexual-abuse material, one enhancing hiring practices to prevent abuse, and one concerning the age-of-consent standard. Sponsors said the measures have languished in committee and the council wants the Berkshire delegation to advance them.

The Pittsfield City Council voted unanimously to record support for three state Senate bills related to child protection, hiring standards and age-of-consent issues.

Why it matters: The petitions are intended as statements to the city’s state legislative delegation urging movement on bills the councilors described as necessary to protect children and…

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