The #STOPTHESHOCK Coalition is working to put an end to the Judge Rotenberg Center's use of the GED skin shock device as an Aversive “therapy” method to control disabled, mostly Autistic, residents behavior. Bill H180 (An Act Regarding The Use of Aversive Therapy), currently in the house, would put an end to this abusive practice.

In 2013, the Special Rapporteur declared that the use of the GED device violated the United Nations Convention Against Torture. Since JRC opened, at least 6 residents have died within its doors. In December of 2022, after decades of persistent advocacy work, the FDA was finally granted the right to ban this device. However, as of July 2023 they have taken NO action.

By getting as many Politicians as possible to collaborate and sign on in support of banning the GED Device and Aversive Therapy in Massachusetts, we can make a HUGE Impact. There is power in numbers, and together we will put an end to this barbaric practice!

Please ask your state Representatives to sign on as a co-sponsor of this bill and finally #STOPTHESHOCK!