The bill focuses on enhancing the efforts of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) in Massachusetts, which is responsible for investigating and addressing abuse against adults with disabilities. The DPPC has reported a significant number of abuse cases, with 4,301 reports leading to 4,059 intakes and 828 investigations in the latest quarterly report. The agency collaborates with other state departments and law enforcement to monitor these cases, including the establishment of a Sexual Assault Response (SAR) team to support victims. Additionally, the DPPC maintains an Abuser Registry to prevent individuals with substantiated abuse findings from working with vulnerable populations, while also emphasizing the need for education and training on recognizing and preventing abuse.

The bill also addresses the rising trend of criminal cases investigated by District Attorneys, particularly those of a sexual nature, with 1,103 criminal cases reported in FY2024, including 432 sexual crimes. The report indicates a growing concern for the protection of individuals with disabilities, as evidenced by the increasing number of abuse reports referred to the District Attorney from FY1997 to FY2024. The bill includes updated figures reflecting the current statistics for abuse reports, with some previous figures deleted to provide a clearer picture of the situation. Overall, the legislation aims to bolster the DPPC's capacity to protect vulnerable adults and respond effectively to the rising incidence of abuse.