The bill outlines the activities and findings of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC) in Massachusetts for the fiscal year 2025, detailing the agency's role in investigating abuse against adults with disabilities. In FY2025, the DPPC investigated a total of 1,054 cases, with 434 categorized as crimes of a sexual nature. The report highlights a significant increase in intakes referred to District Attorneys for criminal investigation, rising from 1,880 in a previous year to 2,305 in FY2025, indicating a growing concern for the protection of disabled individuals.

Furthermore, the report emphasizes the importance of reporting suspected abuse and provides contact information for the DPPC's 24-hour hotline, encouraging public engagement in safeguarding the rights and well-being of disabled persons. The DPPC remains committed to enhancing collaboration among law enforcement, human services, and advocacy organizations to effectively address and prosecute crimes against individuals with disabilities, while also offering trauma-informed support services through its Sexual Assault Response team and maintaining an Abuser Registry to prevent future incidents.