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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H79/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H79","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":501851,"bill_number":"H80","title":"To provide an income tax exemption for families caring for their elderly relatives at home","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax exemption for families caring for their elderly relatives at home. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-08-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H81/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H81","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":501853,"bill_number":"H82","title":"Relative to the Architectual Access Board","description":"Relative to the Architectual Access Board By Ms. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield, a petition of Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera that the Architectural Access Board require that building owners be prohibited from renting space to agencies receiving state funding unless said building is handicapped accessible. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-08-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H82/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H82","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":501854,"bill_number":"H83","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to gender-responsive programming for juvenile justice system involved girls","description":"Relative to gender-responsive programming for juvenile justice system involved girls By Ms. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield, a petition of Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera and Gloria L. 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Coakley-Rivera and Benjamin Swan for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the need for drug related rehabilitation for clients of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H84/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H84","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":501856,"bill_number":"H85","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection, and custody of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to enhance opportunities for children in the custody of the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4382","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H85/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H85","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":501857,"bill_number":"H86","title":"Relative to improvements in private duty nursing care for developmentally disabled children","description":"Relativerelative to improvements in private duty nursing care for developmentally disabled children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H86/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H86","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":501858,"bill_number":"H87","title":"To support the transition to adult services for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to support the transition to adult services for persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H87/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H87","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":501859,"bill_number":"H88","title":"Relative to nonviolent discipline","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide public awareness campaign on the advantages associated with the use of positive parenting techniques. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H88/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H88","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":501860,"bill_number":"H89","title":"Relative to health disparities council","description":"For legislation to include persons with disabilities under the Health Disparities Council. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H89/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H89","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":501861,"bill_number":"H90","title":"To place photo identification on EBT cards","description":"For legislation to place photo identification on electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H90/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H90","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":501862,"bill_number":"H91","title":"To SAVE Massachusetts tax dollars","description":"Bill Title: An Act to SAVE Massachusetts tax dollars By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition of Ryan C. Fattman and others that agencies and departments be required to verify the documentation of applicants for public benefits or licenses using the federal systematic alien verification for entitlements (SAVE) program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H91/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H91","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":501863,"bill_number":"H92","title":"To modernize the payment of EBT benefits","description":"For legislation to require the annual registration of persons receiving transitional assistance benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H92/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H92","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":501864,"bill_number":"H93","title":"To promote financial stability and asset development","description":"For legislation to promote asset development in transitional assistance programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H93/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H93","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":501865,"bill_number":"H94","title":"Relative to providing a high impact program for long-term economic success","description":"For legislation to encourage low-income disadvantaged families to make progress toward long-term economic success. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H94/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H94","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":501866,"bill_number":"H95","title":"To provide low interest loans to families with a child suffering from a terminal illness","description":"Relative to providing low interest loans to families with children suffering from terminal illnesses. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H95/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H95","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":501867,"bill_number":"H96","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relativerelative to special education costs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H96/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H96","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":501868,"bill_number":"H97","title":"To promote employment for people with disabilities","description":"For legislation to promote employment for people with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H97/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H97","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":501869,"bill_number":"H98","title":"Relative to requiring a civil service exam in the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"Relativerelative to requiring a civil service exam in the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H98/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H98","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":501870,"bill_number":"H99","title":"Relative to nursing facility reporting","description":"Relativerelative to the collection and reporting of certain nursing facility resident care information. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H99/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H99","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":501871,"bill_number":"H100","title":"Removing barriers to emergency shelter","description":"Relative to emergency shelter for families with children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H100/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H100","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501872,"bill_number":"H101","title":"To assess the impact of the public welfare system on the health and well being of children","description":"Bill Title: An Act to assess the impact of the public welfare system on the health and well being of children By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire that the Department of Public Health be directed to provide for an annual assessment on the impact of the public welfare system on children in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the House Committee on Health Care Financing","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":"Health Care Financing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H101/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H101","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501873,"bill_number":"H102","title":"Requiring the Department of Transitional Assistance to track and report on the use of emergency shelter services by families","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Transitional Assistance to report on the use of emergency shelter services by families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H102/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H102","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501874,"bill_number":"H103","title":"Relative to the authority of the disabled persons protection commission pursuant to Chapter 19C","description":"For legislation to make certain changes in the law relative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4066","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H103/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H103","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501875,"bill_number":"H104","title":"Relative to the disclosure of information held by the disabled persons protection commission pursuant to general laws chapter 19C","description":"Relativerelative to the disclosure of certain information by the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H104/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H104","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501876,"bill_number":"H105","title":"Relative to the authority of the disabled persons protection commission pursuant to chapter 19C","description":"For legislation to further define the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4452","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H106/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H106","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":501878,"bill_number":"H107","title":"Relative to the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to direct the Inspector General to conduct an investigation of the Department of Children and Families relative to appropriate levels of care for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H107/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H107","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":501879,"bill_number":"H108","title":"Relative to ensuring safe staffing levels at private sector human service agencies","description":"Relativerelative to establishing minimum staffing levels for private sector human service agencies. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4454","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H108/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H108","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":501880,"bill_number":"H109","title":"Relative to preventing fraud in the Massachusetts EBT cash assistance program","description":"Relativerelative to the electronic benefits transfer (EBT) cash assistance program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H109/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H109","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":501881,"bill_number":"H110","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the department of mental health and the department of developmental services","description":"Relativerelative to continuously monitoring the entrances, exits, and common areas of all facilities operated under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4454","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H110/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H110","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":501882,"bill_number":"H111","title":"Relative to the tuition of children under the control of the Department of Transitional Assistance living in family shelters","description":"Relativerelative to the tuition of children under the control of the Department of Transitional Assistance living in family shelters. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3803","last_action_date":"2013-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H113/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H113","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":501885,"bill_number":"H114","title":"Regarding pathways to family economic self-sufficiency","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program to provide educational and training programs to low-income families. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H117/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H117","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501889,"bill_number":"H118","title":"Regarding sibling visits in child welfare cases","description":"Relative to sibling visits in child welfare cases. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H118/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H118","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501890,"bill_number":"H119","title":"Resolve creating a scholarship fund to further the study of developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to creating the Fred Boyce, State Boys and Fernald School Residents Fund to provide scholarships for certain students studying developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-08-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H119/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H119","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501891,"bill_number":"H120","title":"Requiring child and parent involvement in permanency and placement planning","description":"Bill Title: An Act requiring child and parent involvement in permanency and placement planning By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition of Kay Khan, Denise Andrews and Marcos A. Devers requiring child and parent involvement in permanency and placement planning. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H120/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H120","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501892,"bill_number":"H121","title":"Relative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission","description":"Relativerelative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H122/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H122","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501894,"bill_number":"H123","title":"Pertaining to violations of the Department of Early Education and Care advertising law","description":"Relative to child placement enforcement by the Department of Early Education and Care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H123/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H123","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501895,"bill_number":"H124","title":"Relative to fair hearings in the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relativerelative to hearings in the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4106","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H124/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H124","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":501896,"bill_number":"H125","title":"Strengthening early support and education","description":"For legislation to establish a home visiting program to provide culturally sensitive services to eligible parents, infants and children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4556","last_action_date":"2014-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H125/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H125","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":501897,"bill_number":"H126","title":"Relative to mandated reporters","description":"For legislation to expand the Department of Children and Families definition of mandated reporter. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H126/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H126","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":501898,"bill_number":"H127","title":"Relative to proof of residency","description":"Relativerelative to residency verification for people seeking taxpayer-funded individual benefits from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H127/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H127","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":501899,"bill_number":"H128","title":"Relative to public benefit requirements","description":"Relative to public benefit requirements By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr. and others that public benefits only be received by individuals who are residents of the Commonwealth and have proper verifiable documents or identification from their country of origin. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H128/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H128","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":501900,"bill_number":"H129","title":"To increase the wages of private sector human service workers","description":"For legislation to increase the wages of private sector human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H129/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H129","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":501901,"bill_number":"H130","title":"Relative to school served food products","description":"Relativerelative to the listing of the amount of carbohydrates contained infood served in schools . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H130/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H130","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":501903,"bill_number":"H131","title":"To reform foster care services for children with regards to sibling visitation and contact","description":"Relative to sibling visitation and contact for children in custody of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H131/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H131","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":501905,"bill_number":"H132","title":"Relative to online payments for EBT cash recipients","description":"Relative to online payments for EBT cash recipients By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Holmes of Boston, a petition of Robert L. Hedlund and others that the Department of Transitional Assistance establish and maintain an online application process for businesses wishing to apply to accept electronic benefit transfer cards at point of sale. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H132/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H132","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":501906,"bill_number":"H133","title":"Relative to eliminating fraud in public assistance programs","description":"For legislation to eliminate fraud in the public assistance programs by requiring stringent asset and identity verification checks before the awarding of benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H133/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H133","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":501907,"bill_number":"H134","title":"Relative to eliminating fraud in the SNAP and cash assistance programs","description":"For legislation to eliminate fraud in public assistance programs by requiring stringent asset and identity verification checks before the awarding of benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H134/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H134","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":501908,"bill_number":"H135","title":"Providing housing and support services to unaccompanied homeless youth","description":"Relative to housing and support services to unaccompanied homeless youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4517","last_action_date":"2014-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H135/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H135","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":501909,"bill_number":"H136","title":"To increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act","description":"Relative to job opportunities for people with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H136/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H136","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":501910,"bill_number":"H137","title":"For passage to independence","description":"Relative to eligibility and appropriations for programs for persons with disabilities, including the \"Turning 22\" program, so-called. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4067","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H137/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H137","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":501911,"bill_number":"H138","title":"Relative to the safe placement of newborn infants","description":"For legislation to add 911 emergency responders to the list of locations for a safe surrender under the baby safe haven law. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H138/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H138","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":501912,"bill_number":"H139","title":"Clarifying the investigative powers of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission","description":"Relative to clarifying the investigative powers of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H139/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H139","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":501913,"bill_number":"H140","title":"Providing for enhanced protection of children and investigation of abuse and neglect allegations","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for enhanced protection of children and investigation of abuse and neglect allegations By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that the Department of Social Services be authorized to retain certain information to assist in risk and safety assessments of children and families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H140/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H140","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":501914,"bill_number":"H141","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services","description":"Relativerelative to continuously monitoring the entrances, exits, and common areas of all facilities operated under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4470","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H141/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H141","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":501915,"bill_number":"H142","title":"Relative to the licensure and regulation of au pair and nanny agencies by the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"Relativerelative to the licensure and regulation of au pair and nanny agencies by the Office of Child Care Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H142/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H142","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":501916,"bill_number":"H143","title":"To prevent homelessness among recipients of transitional assistance","description":"Relative to services for homeless individuals and families receiving assistance under the program of emergency aid to elders, disabled and children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H143/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H143","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":501917,"bill_number":"H144","title":"Affirming inclusion of individuals with disabilities within civil rights protections and nondiscrimination provisions in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Bill Title: An Act affirming inclusion of individuals with disabilities within civil rights protections and nondiscrimination provisions in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others for the inclusion of individuals with disabilities within civil rights protections and nondiscrimination protections and for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the status of individuals and families with disabilities . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H144/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H144","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":501918,"bill_number":"H145","title":"To establish the changing of determination standard for the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relative to the criteria for the removal of children by the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H145/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H145","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":501919,"bill_number":"H146","title":"To establish an Independent Ombudsman office, external of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to create an independent ombudsman office to oversee certain functions of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H146/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H146","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":501920,"bill_number":"H147","title":"Ensuring equal access to services for all residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to ensuring equal access to programs, projects or activity for the provision of services, financial aid or other benefits services for all residents of the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H147/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H147","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":501921,"bill_number":"H148","title":"To clarify the definition of a personal care attendant","description":"Relative to personal care services to persons with disabilities or seniors under the MassHealth program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2273","last_action_date":"2014-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H148/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H148","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":501922,"bill_number":"H149","title":"Creating a means for tracking the unmet need of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.","description":"For legislation to establish a system for tracking the unmet service needs of persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H149/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H149","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":501923,"bill_number":"H150","title":"Relative to living at home with use of technology for people with disabilities and seniors","description":"Relativerelative to the use of technology by people with disabilities and seniors. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4470","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H150/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H150","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":501924,"bill_number":"H151","title":"Relative to real lives","description":"For legislation to assist people with disabilities in realizing their rights and exercising their responsibilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4063","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H151/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H151","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":501925,"bill_number":"H152","title":"Establishing an independent office of quality assurance for developmentally disabled persons","description":"For legislation to establish an independent office of quality assurance for mentally retarded persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H152/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H152","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":501926,"bill_number":"H153","title":"Relative to the definition of mandated reporters","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of mandated reports. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H153/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H153","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":501927,"bill_number":"H154","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of the mental and physical health of minors from sexual orientation and/or gender identity change efforts. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3907","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H154/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H154","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":501928,"bill_number":"H155","title":"Providing for a study by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services relative to nonprofit group homes","description":"Relativerelative to nonprofit group homes. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H155/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H155","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":501929,"bill_number":"H156","title":"To reinvest savings for the financial health of the human service system","description":"Relative to funding health and human service programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4068","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H156/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H156","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":501930,"bill_number":"H157","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the misclassification and misdiagnosis of former residents of the Fernald state school","description":"Relativerelative to the misclassification and misdiagnosis of former residents of the Fernald State School. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H157/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H157","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":501931,"bill_number":"H158","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relativerelative to cueing and supervision in the personal care attendant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, H3709","last_action_date":"2013-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H158/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H158","sponsor":"David Sullivan"}, {"bill_id":501932,"bill_number":"H159","title":"Relative to the department of children and families.","description":"Relativerelative to domestic violence programs within the jurisdiction of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H159/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H159","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":501933,"bill_number":"H160","title":"To establish an office of youth development","description":"For legislation to establish an office of youth development within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H160/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H160","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":501934,"bill_number":"H161","title":"To reduce fraud in the delivery of state benefits based on income eligibility","description":"For legislation to reduce fraud in the delivery of benefits based on income eligibility. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H161/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H161","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":501935,"bill_number":"H162","title":"Relative to planning boards' approval of subdivision plans","description":"Relativerelative to the approval by planning boards of subdivision plans in cities and towns. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H162/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H162","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":501936,"bill_number":"H163","title":"To allow certain store and shops to open on holidays","description":"Relative to allowing stores and shops to open on holidays. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H163/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H163","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501937,"bill_number":"H164","title":"To establish a Massachusetts incubator network to be known as MassMarket","description":"For legislation to create a strategy for small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4445","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H164/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H164","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":501938,"bill_number":"H168","title":"To expand access to healthy foods and create the Massachusetts Food Trust","description":"For legislation to expand access to healthy foods through improved nutritional products at corner stores and farmers markets. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3504","last_action_date":"2013-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H168/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H168","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":501939,"bill_number":"H169","title":"Allowing retail stores and shops to open on Thanksgiving Day","description":"For legislation to allow retail stores to open during holidays. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4445","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H169/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H169","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":501940,"bill_number":"H170","title":"Relative to financing the smart growth housing trust fund","description":"Relativerelative to financing the smart growth housing trust fund. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2090","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H170/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H170","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":501941,"bill_number":"H171","title":"Incorporating carsharing in smart growth planning","description":"For legislation to include car sharing as a principle for land development in smart growth planning. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4445","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H171/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H171","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":501942,"bill_number":"H172","title":"Relative to commercial rebate expiration","description":"Relativerelative to commercial rebate expiration. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4445","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H172/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H172","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":501943,"bill_number":"H173","title":"Affecting the payment of rebates in retail stores","description":"For legislation to require that rebates on retail sales be made at the time of such purchases. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4445","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H173/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H173","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":501944,"bill_number":"H174","title":"Establishing a revolving fund for municipal building repair","description":"Relative to establishing a revolving fund for municipal building repair within the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H174/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H174","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":501945,"bill_number":"H175","title":"Relative to title protection","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of certain letters with a persons name to be falsely identified as a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 252 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H175/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H175","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":501946,"bill_number":"H176","title":"Establishing a board of registration in physical therapy","description":"For legislation to establishing board of registration in physical therapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H176/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H176","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":501947,"bill_number":"H177","title":"To reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"For legislation reform the sale, resale and issuance of sports and entertainment tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H177/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H177","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":501948,"bill_number":"H178","title":"Regulating the sale of malt beverages","description":"Relative to the sale of malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H178","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":501949,"bill_number":"H179","title":"To expand the sale of products by farmer breweries","description":"For legislation to expand the sale of products by farmer breweries. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H179","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":501950,"bill_number":"H180","title":"To protect the peace and privacy of the residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to unfair or deceptive business practices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H180","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":501951,"bill_number":"H181","title":"Aiding cities and towns' snow and ice removal","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Lottery Commission to establish a fund from the sale of a certain Lottery ticket to assist cities and towns for snow and ice removal. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H181","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":501952,"bill_number":"H182","title":"Relative to franchise laws","description":"Relativerelative to alcoholic beverage franchise laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H182","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":501953,"bill_number":"H183","title":"To facilitate and regulate residential selling practices","description":"For legislation to regulate residential door-to-door selling practices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H183/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H183","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":501954,"bill_number":"H184","title":"To reconcile Chapter 241 and Chapter 368 of the Acts of 2012","description":"Relative to making corrective changes to the \"Right to Repair\" law, so-called. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4518","last_action_date":"2014-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H185/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H185","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":501956,"bill_number":"H186","title":"Relative to apprentice electricians.","description":"For legislation to require learners or apprentices employed by a journeyman electrician to be registered with the Division of Apprentice Training. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H186/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H186","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":501957,"bill_number":"H187","title":"Reducing unwanted communications from creditors to protect the peace and privacy of residents","description":"For legislation to reduce unwanted communications from creditors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H187/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H187","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":501958,"bill_number":"H188","title":"Allowing renewal of real estate broker and salespersons licenses","description":"Relative to the renewal of real estate broker and salespersons licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H188/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H188","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":501959,"bill_number":"H189","title":"Relative to the do not call list law to regulate certain charitable solicitations","description":"For legislation to regulate telemarketing for charitable solicitations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H189/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H189","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"}, {"bill_id":501960,"bill_number":"H190","title":"Relative to the do not call list law to regulate certain charitable solicitations","description":"Relativerelative to the do not call list law to regulate certain charitable solicitations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H190","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"}, {"bill_id":501961,"bill_number":"H191","title":"Relative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists","description":"Relativerelative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H192","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501964,"bill_number":"H193","title":"Establishing a board of registration of phlebotomists","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of phlebotomists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H193/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H193","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501965,"bill_number":"H194","title":"Relative to partial payments","description":"Relativerelative to home improvement contractors furnishing performance and payment bonds. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H194","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501966,"bill_number":"H195","title":"Notifying movie viewing customers about a movie's image quality","description":"For legislation to require certain notices by operators of cinematographs relative to movie image quality. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H195","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501968,"bill_number":"H196","title":"To establish licensing standards for drain cleaners","description":"For legislation to provide for the licensing and regulation of drain cleaners. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4286","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H197/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H197","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":501970,"bill_number":"H198","title":"Regarding the Registration of Certain Professions and Occupations","description":"Relative to increasing the number of professional training hours of aestheticians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H198/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H198","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":501971,"bill_number":"H199","title":"Relative to the charitable auctioning of malt beverages","description":"Relativerelative to licenses for the charitable auctioning of malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4144","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H199/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H199","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":501972,"bill_number":"H200","title":"Prohibiting disclosure of service observing information","description":"For legislation to prohibit the disclosure of service observing information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H200","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":501973,"bill_number":"H201","title":"Relative to the disclosure of financial records","description":"Relativerelative to the disclosure of consumer credit financial records. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H201/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H201","sponsor":"Thomas Conroy"}, {"bill_id":501974,"bill_number":"H202","title":"Relative to the sale of liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to assess a fee for the sale of a liquor license by a licensee to another licensee. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H202/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H202","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":501975,"bill_number":"H203","title":"Clarifying insurance requirements for plumbing work","description":"Relative to insurance requirements for plumbing work on single family homes. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H203/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H203","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":501976,"bill_number":"H204","title":"Relative to clarifying homeowners right to perform electrical work","description":"Relativerelative to the performance of electrical work by single family homeowners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H204/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H204","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":501977,"bill_number":"H205","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts travelers bill of rights","description":"For legislation to require businesses offering travel services to provide consumers with health and safety information relative to international destinations . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H205/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H205","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":501978,"bill_number":"H206","title":"To Ensure Fairness and Competition for Consumers","description":"Relative to retail sale of gasoline to the motoring public . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H206/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H206","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":501979,"bill_number":"H207","title":"Relative to landscape architects","description":"Relativerelative to regulating landscape architects. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H207/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H207","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":501980,"bill_number":"H208","title":"To limit drink specials","description":"Relative to alcoholic beverage drink specials. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 03/18/2014 from 03:00 PM-03:30 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H209/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H209","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":501982,"bill_number":"H210","title":"Relative to secondhand dealers","description":"Relativerelative to regulating secondhand dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H210/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H210","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":501983,"bill_number":"H211","title":"RAn Act elative to continuing education for electricians","description":"Relative to continuing education for electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H211/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H211","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":501984,"bill_number":"H212","title":"To streamline the advertisement of gasoline prices","description":"Relative to streamlining the advertisement of gasoline prices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H212/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H212","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":501985,"bill_number":"H213","title":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","description":"Relative to the accessibility of hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4273","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H213/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H213","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":501986,"bill_number":"H214","title":"Relative to improving public health, environment and economic development through investment in water and sewer infrastructure","description":"For legislation to provide for the distribution of lottery funds to invest in water and sewer infrastructure. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H215/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H215","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":501988,"bill_number":"H216","title":"Relative to selling alcohol on Sunday","description":"Relativerelative to the hours for the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sundays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H216/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H216","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":501989,"bill_number":"H217","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H217/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H217","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":501990,"bill_number":"H218","title":"Restricting the sale of certain items at flea markets","description":"For legislation to restrict sales of certain items and products at flea markets, so-called. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H218/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H218","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":501991,"bill_number":"H219","title":"Relative to motor home lemon law eligibility","description":"For legislation to include motor homes in the lemon law, so-called, protecting consumers from defective vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H219/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H219","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":501992,"bill_number":"H220","title":"Establishing a board of registration of phlebotomists","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration of phlebotomists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4266","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H220/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H220","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":501993,"bill_number":"H221","title":"Relative to the recorking of wine","description":"Relativerelative to the recorking of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H221/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H221","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":501994,"bill_number":"H222","title":"Relative to identity theft and online predators on the Internet","description":"For legislation to protect consumers using the Internet from identity theft and online predators. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H222/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H222","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":501995,"bill_number":"H223","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate","description":"For legislation to limit fees charged by cashers of checks, drafts or money orders. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3778","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H223/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H223","sponsor":"Carlos Henriquez"}, {"bill_id":501996,"bill_number":"H224","title":"Allowing the town of Westborough to adopt certain alcoholic beverage licensure laws","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Westborough to adopt certain alcoholic beverage licensure laws. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H224/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H224","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":501997,"bill_number":"H225","title":"Relative to training for certain medical professional about eating disorders","description":"For legislation to require physicians and physicians assistants to certify being trained in eating disorders when applying to renew their licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H225/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H225","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":501998,"bill_number":"H226","title":"Relating to the listing of a business location of certain businesses in a telephone directory or database","description":"Relative to the listing of a business location of certain businesses in a telephone directory or database. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H226/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H226","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":501999,"bill_number":"H227","title":"Establishing fuel price transparency","description":"Relative to the displaying of motor fuel prices based on the method of payment. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4286","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H227/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H227","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":502000,"bill_number":"H228","title":"Permitting sales of alcohol on Sunday mornings","description":"Relative to permitting sales of alcohol on Sunday mornings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 182 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H228/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H228","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":502001,"bill_number":"H229","title":"Relative to reporting requirements for raffles and bazaars","description":"Relativerelative to reporting requirements for raffles and bazaars. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H229/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H229","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502002,"bill_number":"H230","title":"Regulating the direct shipment of wine","description":"For legislation to regulate the direct shipment of wines. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H230/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H230","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502003,"bill_number":"H231","title":"Relative to unsolicited credit cards, checks, and vouchers by mail","description":"Relativerelative to unsolicited credit cards, checks, and vouchers by mail. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S128","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H231/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H231","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502004,"bill_number":"H232","title":"Relative to the residential contractors guaranty fund","description":"Relativerelative to the residential contractors guaranty fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H232/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H232","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502005,"bill_number":"H233","title":"Allowing regulation and licensing of denturists","description":"For legislation to provide for the regulation and licensing of denturists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H233/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H233","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502006,"bill_number":"H234","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to consumer protections with regard to cemeteries and crematories","description":"Relativerelative to consumer protections with regard to cemeteries and crematories. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H234/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H234","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502007,"bill_number":"H235","title":"For healthy families and businesses","description":"For legislation to establish a process to identify toxic chemical substances used in consumer products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3997","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H235/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H235","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502008,"bill_number":"H236","title":"For consumer protection and regulation in psychotherapy","description":"Relative to consumer protection and regulation in psychotherapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4497","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H236/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H236","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502009,"bill_number":"H237","title":"Relative to streamlining home improvement contractor registration","description":"Relativerelative to streamlining home improvement contractor registration. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3871","last_action_date":"2014-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H237/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H237","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":502010,"bill_number":"H238","title":"Regulating residential paving","description":"For legislation to include paving contractors in the laws regulating home improvement contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3612","last_action_date":"2013-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H238/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H238","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502011,"bill_number":"H239","title":"To maintain public water systems","description":"For legislation to exempt certain public water system employees from sprinkler fitters examining and licensing requirments. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S100","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H239/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H239","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502012,"bill_number":"H240","title":"Relative to residential construction contracts","description":"Relativerelative to residential construction contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H240/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H240","sponsor":"John Lawn"}, {"bill_id":502013,"bill_number":"H241","title":"Relative to clarification of the Massachusetts franchise law","description":"Relativerelative to business practices between motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors and dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H241/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H241","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":502014,"bill_number":"H242","title":"Relative to blue laws","description":"Relativerelative to expanding the time within which alcoholic beverages may be sold on Sundays and holidays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H242/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H242","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":502015,"bill_number":"H243","title":"Regulating the direct shipment of wine","description":"For legislation to further regulate the direct shipments of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","last_action_date":"2014-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H243/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H243","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":502016,"bill_number":"H244","title":"To prohibit negative option sales and disclosure of financial and personal information without a consumer’s express agreement","description":"For legislation to prevent the automatic signing up of consumers for products or services . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H244/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H244","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":502017,"bill_number":"H245","title":"Amending occupation requirements for barbers","description":"For legislation to allow certain licensed hair dresser to become barbers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H245/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H245","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":502018,"bill_number":"H246","title":"To establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology","description":"For legislation to establish a subsidiary board for veterinary technology under the Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H246/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H246","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":502019,"bill_number":"H247","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle service contracts . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H247/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H247","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":502020,"bill_number":"H248","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Relative to secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H248/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H248","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":502021,"bill_number":"H249","title":"To update the home improvement contractor law","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to review the home improvement contractor law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H249/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H249","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":502022,"bill_number":"H250","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings.","description":"For legislation to further regulate the business of secondary metals dealing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H250/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H250","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":502023,"bill_number":"H251","title":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation","description":"Relativerelative to allowing persons to select an option to be removed from telemarketing solicitations . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H251/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H251","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502024,"bill_number":"H252","title":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists or audiologists","description":"For legislation to provide for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologist or audiologist. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H252/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H252","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502026,"bill_number":"H253","title":"Relative to retail licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages at continuing care retirement communities","description":"Relativerelative to retail licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages at continuing care retirement communities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3779","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H253/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H253","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502027,"bill_number":"H254","title":"Providing complete repair and diagnostic information to motor vehicle owners and automotive businesses in the repair of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to providing complete repair and diagnostic information to motor vehicle owners and automotive businesses in the repair of motor vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H254/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H254","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502028,"bill_number":"H255","title":"Relative to liquor stores","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises on Sundays in certain cities and towns located within 10 miles of the New Hampshire border. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H255/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H255","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":502029,"bill_number":"H256","title":"Relative to updating the plumbing code in order to accomodate agricultural uses","description":"Relative to updating the plumbing code in order to accomodate agricultural uses By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition of Leonard Mirra and others that the Division of Professional Licensure amend the Uniform State Plumbing Code and associated regulations to include a category of agricultural buildings and operations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4275","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H256/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H256","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"}, {"bill_id":502030,"bill_number":"H257","title":"Construction of act in case of invalidity of any provision","description":"For legislation to preserve provisions of the Liquor Control Act when other provisions are deemed invalid or unconstitutional by the courts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H257/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H257","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502031,"bill_number":"H258","title":"An regulating the direct shipment of wine","description":"For legislation to further regulate the direct shipment of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4486","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H258/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H258","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502033,"bill_number":"H259","title":"Relative to farmer-distillery licenses","description":"For legislation to further regulate farmer-distillery sales to wholesalers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H259/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H259","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502034,"bill_number":"H260","title":"To reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"Relative to the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","last_action_date":"2014-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H260/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H260","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502035,"bill_number":"H261","title":"Relative to third party training and background checks for violent history for security staff at bars and clubs","description":"For legislation to require background checks and training of security staff employed at bars and clubs serving alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H261/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H261","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":502036,"bill_number":"H262","title":"Relative to telecommunications systems contractors and technicians","description":"Relativerelative to further regulating telecommunications systems contractors and technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4276","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H262/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H262","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":502037,"bill_number":"H263","title":"Relative to protecting consumers of the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of used mattresses, box springs, studio couches or futon mattresses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H263/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H263","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":502038,"bill_number":"H264","title":"Exempting certain stadiums from plumbing regulations","description":"Relative to exempting certain school stadiums from plumbing regulations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H264/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H264","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":502039,"bill_number":"H265","title":"Concerning adjustments to certain petroleum products","description":"Relative to the use of credit cards at gasoline stations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H265/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H265","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502040,"bill_number":"H266","title":"Relative to time share resale and transfer service providers","description":"Relativerelative to time share resale and transfer service providers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3613","last_action_date":"2013-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H266/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H266","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502041,"bill_number":"H267","title":"Relative to small brewers","description":"Relativerelative to small brewers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4486","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H267/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H267","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502042,"bill_number":"H268","title":"Relative to the registration of driveway contractors","description":"Relativerelative to the registration of driveway contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H268/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H268","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502043,"bill_number":"H269","title":"Making municipalities eligible to attend auctions for the purchase of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the sale of second hand motor vehicles by municipalities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H269/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H269","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502044,"bill_number":"H270","title":"Regulating the granting of temporary licenses for the sale of wine, beer, and malt liquor at auctions","description":"Relative to the granting of temporary licenses for the sale of wine, beer, and malt liquor at auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, see H4571","last_action_date":"2014-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H270/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H270","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502045,"bill_number":"H271","title":"Relative to special alcohol licenses for nonprofit organizations","description":"Relativerelative to special alcohol licenses for nonprofit organizations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H271/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H271","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502046,"bill_number":"H272","title":"Relative to the definition of a kennel","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of a kennel. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H272/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H272","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":502047,"bill_number":"H273","title":"Regulating the sale of malt beverages","description":"Relative to off-premise consumption of malt beverages . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H273/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H273","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":502048,"bill_number":"H274","title":"Establishing an Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Level of Practice","description":"Relative to the occupation of advanced dental hygiene practitioner. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H274/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H274","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":502049,"bill_number":"H275","title":"Prohibiting intentional misrepresentation by a business of its location","description":"For legislation to prohibit businesses from misrepresenting the geographic location of such businesses in local telephone directories. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H275/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H275","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502050,"bill_number":"H276","title":"Providing security to consumers for purchases from certain vendors","description":"Relative to providing consumers with protections from vendors providing retail sales or services in spaces other than fixed building sites. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H276/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H276","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502051,"bill_number":"H277","title":"Relative to the use of a magnetic identification card reader machine when purchasing alcohol","description":"Relativerelative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H277/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H277","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502052,"bill_number":"H278","title":"Relative to regulating the percentage retained for marketing expenses by a non-profit telemarketer agent","description":"For legislation to prevent a person who has been convicted of a felony or a crime from acting as a professional solicitor. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H278/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H278","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502053,"bill_number":"H279","title":"Relative to the transport, storage and sale of used bedding","description":"Relativerelative to the transport, storage and sale of used bedding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H279/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H279","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502054,"bill_number":"H280","title":"Relative to licensed premises","description":"Relativerelative to business practices relating to sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H280/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H280","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502055,"bill_number":"H281","title":"Relative to notification of licensees","description":"Relativerelative to notification of licensees for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H281/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H281","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502056,"bill_number":"H282","title":"Relative to the sale or leasing of motor vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to the sale or leasing of motor vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H282/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H282","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502057,"bill_number":"H283","title":"Disclosing expiration of credit cards and revolving credit agreements.","description":"Relative to the prevention of credit card company unfair business practices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H283/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H283","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":502058,"bill_number":"H284","title":"Relative to the distribution of revenues accruing from the sale of lottery tickets","description":"For legislation to provide for the distribution of lottery funds to cities and towns in direct proportion to the total revenues accruing from lottery sales in each such municipality. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H284/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H284","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502059,"bill_number":"H285","title":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation","description":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak and others that telemarketers be required to use legitimate phone numbers so that consumers can directly communicate with solicitors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H285/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H285","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502060,"bill_number":"H286","title":"Authorizing the town of Brookline to grant 11 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Brookline to grant 11 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition of Frank I. Smizik and others (by vote of the town) that the town of Brookline be authorized to grant eleven additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H286/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H286","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502061,"bill_number":"H287","title":"Prohibiting minors from handling alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation to prohibit minors from handling alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H287/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H287","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502062,"bill_number":"H288","title":"Authorizing the town of Danvers to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Danvers to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H288/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H288","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502063,"bill_number":"H289","title":"Clarifying the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and sales persons.","description":"Relative to clarifying the continuing education requirements for real estate brokers and sales persons. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H289/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H289","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502064,"bill_number":"H290","title":"Providing information to real estate buyers.","description":"Relative to providing information to real estate buyers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H290/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H290","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502065,"bill_number":"H291","title":"Relative to for-profit charitable solicitation","description":"Relativerelative to the solicitation of charitable donations for profit . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H190","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H291/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H291","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502066,"bill_number":"H292","title":"To promote consumer protection for residential home purchasers","description":"For legislation to promote consumer protection for residential home purchasers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H292/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H292","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502067,"bill_number":"H293","title":"Relative to the sale of distilled spirits at auction","description":"Relativerelative to the licensing of certain auctioneers to sell alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4144","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H293/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H293","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502068,"bill_number":"H294","title":"Regulating the direct shipment of wine","description":"For legislation to authorize the direct shipment of wines. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H294/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H294","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502069,"bill_number":"H295","title":"Increasing the experience and background necessary to operate low pressure processed steam boilers","description":"Relative to increasing the experience and background necessary to operate low pressure processed steam boilers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H295/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H295","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502070,"bill_number":"H296","title":"Relative to professional fundraisers","description":"For legislation to further regulate professional solicitors and solicitations by commercial co-venturers . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H190","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H296/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H296","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502071,"bill_number":"H297","title":"Relative to the privacy rights of certain customers","description":"Relativerelative to the privacy rights of certain customers of supermarkets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H297/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H297","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502072,"bill_number":"H298","title":"Relative to identity theft protection.","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of personal information in consumer transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H298/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H298","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502073,"bill_number":"H299","title":"Prohibiting robocalls to all mobile telephone devices","description":"Relative to prohibiting robocalls, so-called, to mobile telephone devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H299/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H299","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502074,"bill_number":"H300","title":"Relative to online advertising","description":"For legislation to further regulate advertising on the Internet. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H300/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H300","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502075,"bill_number":"H301","title":"Relative to the requirements of telemarketers","description":"For legislation to require telemarketers to disclose certain information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H301/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H301","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502076,"bill_number":"H302","title":"Relative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H302/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H302","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502077,"bill_number":"H303","title":"Resolve for an investigation and study relative to the distribution formula of the State Lottery","description":"Relativerelative to an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) for the distribution formula of the State Lottery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H303/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H303","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502078,"bill_number":"H304","title":"Relative to consumer rebates","description":"For legislation to further regulate consumer rebates on certain purchases. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H304/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H304","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502079,"bill_number":"H305","title":"Relative to scrap metal dealers","description":"Relativerelative to scrap metal dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H305/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H305","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502080,"bill_number":"H306","title":"Amending certain licensing board memberships","description":"For legislation to change the membership criteria of certain licensing boards. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H306/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H306","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502081,"bill_number":"H307","title":"Authorizing the town of Norfolk to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Norfolk to grant an additional alcoholic beverages license to Sarthi Convenience, Inc., d/b/a/ Norfolk Food Mart. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H307/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H307","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":502082,"bill_number":"H308","title":"Allowing the hiring of outside staff","description":"For legislation to authorize charitable organizations to hire outside staff in the conduct of raffles and bazaars. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H308/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H308","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":502083,"bill_number":"H309","title":"Relative to competition in auto sales","description":"Relativerelative to the minimum distance required by law between auto dealerships in the counties of Barnstable, Berkshire, Dukes, Franklin, Hampshire, Nantucket or Worcester. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H309/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H309","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"}, {"bill_id":502084,"bill_number":"H310","title":"To equalize gaming opportunities statewide","description":"Relative to the prequalifying of applicants for licensing by the Massachusetts Gaming Commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H310/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H310","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502085,"bill_number":"H311","title":"To promote transformative development in gateway cities","description":"For legislation to promote transformative development in gateway cities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4495","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H311/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H311","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502086,"bill_number":"H312","title":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning the economic impact of minimum pricing laws on businesses and residents in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H312/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H312","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502087,"bill_number":"H313","title":"To establish a special commission to study the economic impact of state regulatory law upon the manufacturing industry in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study of the economic impact of state regulatory law upon the manufacturing industry in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H313/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H313","sponsor":"Sean Curran"}, {"bill_id":502089,"bill_number":"H314","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the impact of undocumented aliens residing in the commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the impact of undocumented aliens residing in the commonwealth . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H314/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H314","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502090,"bill_number":"H315","title":"To strategically plan for the commercial fishing industry","description":"Relative to the commercial fishing, shellfish and seafood industries. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H315/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H315","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":502091,"bill_number":"H316","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding","description":"Relativerelative to thoroughbred horse breeding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H316/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H316","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":502092,"bill_number":"H317","title":"Reducing retainage on private construction projects","description":"For legislation to regulate the amount of funds that may be retained on private construction projects. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H317/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H317","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":502093,"bill_number":"H318","title":"Relative to rail-trail construction","description":"For legislation to include nonprofit organizations in the matching grant \"rail-trail\" program within the Department of Economic Development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S172","last_action_date":"2014-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H318/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H318","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":502094,"bill_number":"H319","title":"Relative to the student entrepreneurial development and economic investment fund","description":"Relativerelative to the student entrepreneurial development and economic investment fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H319/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H319","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502095,"bill_number":"H320","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of a category one casino license in the southeast region. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H320/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H320","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502096,"bill_number":"H321","title":"Relative to transit","description":"Relativerelative to coordinating the availability of transit services to employees of existing and expanding businesses by the Massachusetts Office of Business Development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H321/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H321","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502097,"bill_number":"H322","title":"Relative to meeting 21st century business needs","description":"For legislation to allow limited liability company documents to be stored electronically and eliminating the requirement for such companies to maintain a physical location in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H322/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H322","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502099,"bill_number":"H323","title":"Relative to transparency of economic development spending","description":"Relativerelative to the reporting of certain data to assist in judging the impact of economic development investments. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H323/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H323","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502100,"bill_number":"H324","title":"Relative to transparency of economic development spending","description":"Relativerelative to transparency in economic development spending. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H324/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H324","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502101,"bill_number":"H325","title":"To promote efficiency and transparency in economic development","description":"Relative to the collection and reporting of data necessary to assess total spending or to judge the impact of economic development investments. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H325/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H325","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502102,"bill_number":"H326","title":"Relative to improving notice requirements for self storage","description":"For legislation to improve notice requirements for self storage. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H326/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H326","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":502103,"bill_number":"H327","title":"To improve global competitiveness through additional language competency","description":"Relative to public school foreign language competency for students in grades pre-kindergarten to 12. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H327/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H327","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":502104,"bill_number":"H328","title":"Relative to limited liability corporations dealing with children","description":"Relative to limited liability corporations dealing with children By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero and others that limited liability corporations dealing with children be licensed through the Department of Early Education . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4010","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H328/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H328","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502105,"bill_number":"H329","title":"Relative to inquiry-based science, technology, engineering and mathematics education.","description":"Relativerelative to inquiry-based science, technology, engineering and mathematics education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H329/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H329","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502106,"bill_number":"H330","title":"Directing the Department of Education to include a course in civics as a high school graduation requirement","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Education to include a course in civics as a high school graduation requirement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H330/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H330","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"}, {"bill_id":502107,"bill_number":"H331","title":"Prohibiting service providers who offer cloud computing services to K-12 educational institutions from processing student data for commercial purposes.","description":"Relative to providing cloud, so-called, computing service to educational institution . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4463","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H331/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H331","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502108,"bill_number":"H332","title":"Relative to additional funding to the special education reimbursement program","description":"Relativerelative to additional funding to the special education reimbursement program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H332/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H332","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502109,"bill_number":"H333","title":"Regarding parental notification and consent","description":"For legislation to require parental notification and consent prior to implementing age appropriate sexual health education in the schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H333/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H333","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502110,"bill_number":"H334","title":"Relative to a special education services for low incidence populations","description":"For legislation to make and investigation and study to determine whether there are sufficient and appropriate services for low incidence students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H334/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H334","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502111,"bill_number":"H335","title":"Relative to regional school district bonus aid","description":"For legislation to grant additional aid to newly created regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4018","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H335/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H335","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502112,"bill_number":"H336","title":"To promote cost-effective, high quality in-district programs for students with disability","description":"Relative to establishing a grant program to promote cost-effective, high quality in-district programs for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H336/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H336","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502113,"bill_number":"H337","title":"Relative to the employment of public school teachers.","description":"For legislation to provide for preference in the hiring of teachers who were previously terminated due to a reduction in force. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H337/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H337","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":502114,"bill_number":"H338","title":"Raising the compulsory attendance age to 18","description":"For legislation to require students under the age of eighteen who have not graduated to attend school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H338/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H338","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502115,"bill_number":"H339","title":"Relative to chapter 70","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum amount of aid to public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H339/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H339","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502116,"bill_number":"H340","title":"Relative to the dismissal of teachers","description":"Relativerelative to the dismissal of teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H340/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H340","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502117,"bill_number":"H341","title":"Resolve providing for a study of compulsory school attendance","description":"For legislation to provide for a study of compulsory school attendance . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H341/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H341","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502118,"bill_number":"H342","title":"Establishing a discretionary grant program for students with autism","description":"For legislation to establish a discretionary grant program for students with autism. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4282","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H342/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H342","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502119,"bill_number":"H343","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"Relative to training and preparation in the use of augmentative and alternative communication for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H343/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H343","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502120,"bill_number":"H344","title":"To increase capacity to address the complex needs of students with autism","description":"Relative to addressing the needs of students with autism. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4012","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H344","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502121,"bill_number":"H345","title":"Prohibiting for-profit entities from managing charter schools","description":"For legislation to prohibit the management of charter schools by for-profit entities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H345/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H345","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":502122,"bill_number":"H346","title":"Relative to teacher recertification requirements.","description":"Relativerelative to teacher recertification requirements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H346/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H346","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502123,"bill_number":"H347","title":"To promote education to prevent sexual harassment and violence against women.","description":"Relative to promoting gender equity training in education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H347/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H347","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502124,"bill_number":"H348","title":"To establish a new high school diploma","description":"Relative to high school graduation requirements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H453","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H348/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H348","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502125,"bill_number":"H349","title":"To implement full-day kindergarten.","description":"Relative to the implementation of full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H349/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H349","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502126,"bill_number":"H350","title":"To require school attendance up to age eighteen or until graduation","description":"Relative to increasing the minimum age for school dropouts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H350/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H350","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502127,"bill_number":"H351","title":"To incorporate suicide prevention training into educator professional development plans","description":"Bill Title: An Act to incorporate suicide prevention training into educator professional development plans By Mr. Cabral of New Bedford, a petition of Antonio F. D. Cabral, Martin J. Walsh and Denise Andrews to incorporate suicide prevention training into educator professional development plans. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4013","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H351","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502128,"bill_number":"H352","title":"To improve early education","description":"For legislation to develop age appropriate curriculum guidelines and or academic standards for preschool-aged children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H352/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H352","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502129,"bill_number":"H353","title":"To close the achievement gap for English Language learners","description":"Relative to the achievement gap for English Language learners. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H353/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H353","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502130,"bill_number":"H354","title":"Relative to increasing special education circuit breaker and regional transportation reimbursement","description":"Relativerelative to the formula for district reimbursement through the special education circuit breaker. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H354","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502131,"bill_number":"H355","title":"Relative to special education budgets","description":"Relativerelative to establishing an insurance program for municipalities in relation to special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H355/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H355","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502132,"bill_number":"H356","title":"Relative to agricultural school transportation","description":"Relativerelative to the funding of transportation costs for persons enrolled in agricultural schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H356/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H356","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502134,"bill_number":"H357","title":"Clarifying the rights of employees in education collaboratives.","description":"Relative to the rights of employees in education collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4282","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H357/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H357","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502135,"bill_number":"H358","title":"Relative to accommodations for special needs students taking the MCAS examination","description":"Relativerelative to accommodations for special needs students taking the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) examination. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H358/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H358","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502136,"bill_number":"H359","title":"Relative to recovery high schools","description":"Relativerelative to funding for summer programming in recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4464","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H359/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H359","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502137,"bill_number":"H360","title":"Creating a school resource officer grant program and fund","description":"Relative to creating a school resource officer grant program and fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H360/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H360","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502138,"bill_number":"H361","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on school safety","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve establishing a special commission on school safety By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to evaluate school safety based on current events and best methods to use modern communications and building safety methods. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H361/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H361","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502139,"bill_number":"H362","title":"Establishing a commission to study the feasibility of a charter school for students on the autism spectrum","description":"Relative to establishing a charter school for students diagnosed with Autism. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H362/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H362","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":502140,"bill_number":"H363","title":"Enhancing emergency responses for children and seniors","description":"Relative to enhancing school emergency responses for children and seniors. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H363/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H363","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":502141,"bill_number":"H364","title":"To improve quality physical education","description":"For legislation to establish a physical education pilot program. 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Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H366/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H366","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"}, {"bill_id":502144,"bill_number":"H367","title":"Relative to financial literacy curriculum","description":"Relativerelative to mandating a curriculum in the public schools on personal financial literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S234","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H367/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H367","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":502145,"bill_number":"H368","title":"Establishing the maximum age for school attendance in the city of Lawrence","description":"For legislation to establish the maximum age for school attendance in the city of Lawrence. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H368/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H368","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"}, {"bill_id":502146,"bill_number":"H369","title":"Relative to the sterilization of musical instruments in schools","description":"Relativerelative to the sterilization of musical instruments in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4384","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H369/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H369","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":502147,"bill_number":"H370","title":"Relative to exploratory programs","description":"Relative to exploratory programs By Mr. Donato of Medford, a petition of Paul J. Donato, Sean Garballey and Patricia D. Jehlen that regional vocational school exploratory program students be charged proportionate tuitions for actual time spent exploring specific career/occupational offerings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H370/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H370","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":502148,"bill_number":"H371","title":"Relative to special education costs and obligations","description":"Relativerelative to special education costs and obligations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4282","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H371/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H371","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":502149,"bill_number":"H372","title":"Establishing a moratorium for Commonwealth charter schools","description":"Relative to establishing a moratorium for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H372/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H372","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502150,"bill_number":"H373","title":"Imposing a moratorium on new mandated education pograms and expenses","description":"For legislation to impose a moratorium on new mandated education pograms and expenses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H373/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H373","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502151,"bill_number":"H374","title":"Establishing a Chapter 70 foundation budget study group","description":"For legislation to establish the Chapter 70 foundation budget study group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H374/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H374","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502153,"bill_number":"H375","title":"Establishing an educational mandate working group","description":"For legislation to establish aeducational mandate working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H375/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H375","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502154,"bill_number":"H376","title":"Relative to the compulsory age of school attendance","description":"For legislation to increase the compulsory age of school attendance in the city of Boston to eighteen years of age. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H376/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H376","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":502155,"bill_number":"H377","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relativerelative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H377/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H377","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502156,"bill_number":"H378","title":"Relative to the maximum age of enrollment","description":"Relative to the maximum age of enrollment By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition of James J. Dwyer and Gale D. Candaras for legisltion to review the present age limits for student enrollment in public schools . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H378/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H378","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502157,"bill_number":"H379","title":"Establishing a commission to study school safety and security","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a commission to study school safety and security By Mr. Dwyer of Woburn, a petition of James J. Dwyer for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General court) on school safety and security. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H379/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H379","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502158,"bill_number":"H380","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relativerelative to fees paid for school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H380/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H380","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502159,"bill_number":"H381","title":"Relative to education funding","description":"For legislation to increase funding by the Commonwealth under the education foundation budget for public school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H381/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H381","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502160,"bill_number":"H382","title":"Requiring tracking subjects in schools","description":"For legislation to require certain courses on religion to be taught in the public high schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H382/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H382","sponsor":"Christopher Fallon"}, {"bill_id":502161,"bill_number":"H383","title":"Relative to dress codes in public schools","description":"Relativerelative to dress codes in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H383/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H383","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":502162,"bill_number":"H384","title":"Relative to special education enrollment","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of students enrolled in special education classes inside and outside of school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H384/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H384","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"}, {"bill_id":502163,"bill_number":"H385","title":"Relative to students with severe disabilities","description":"Relativerelative to an alternate MCAS completion plan for students with certain disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H453","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H385/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H385","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502165,"bill_number":"H386","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of John V. Fernandes and others that the Department of Education be required to reimburse school districts for the cost of transporting \"out-of-district\" special education students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H386/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H386","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502166,"bill_number":"H387","title":"To secure child safety in family child care systems","description":"Relative to early home childcare certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4010","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H387/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H387","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":502167,"bill_number":"H388","title":"Comprehensive sexual education and violence prevention programs","description":"Relative to sexual education and violence prevention programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H388/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H388","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":502168,"bill_number":"H389","title":"For mandatory physical education for all students grades K-12","description":"Relative to requiring mandatory physical education for all students in grades K-12. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2047","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H389/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H389","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":502169,"bill_number":"H390","title":"To establish a school pilot anti-violence silent alarm program","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for the installation of silent alarms in public and private schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H390/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H390","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":502170,"bill_number":"H391","title":"Protecting the religious freedom of students","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of students to express religious viewpoints. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H391/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H391","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":502171,"bill_number":"H392","title":"Relative to educator excellence","description":"Relative to educator excellence By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey for the establishment of a separate fund to be known as the teacher, principal and superintendent quality endowment fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H392/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H392","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502172,"bill_number":"H393","title":"Relative to the membership of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"Relativerelative to the membership of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2091","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H393/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H393","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502173,"bill_number":"H394","title":"Relative to teaching the history of working people","description":"For legislation to include the history of working people and the labor movement in the United States in the public school curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H394/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H394","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502174,"bill_number":"H395","title":"To provide child exploitation awareness education","description":"For legislation to implement a program of instruction in the schools on child sexual abuse prevention . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H395/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H395","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502175,"bill_number":"H396","title":"Relative to teaching excellence","description":"For legislation to implement a validated common core of professional teaching knowledge. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H396/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H396","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502176,"bill_number":"H397","title":"Regarding certification of librarians","description":"Relative to the certification of librarians. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H397/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H397","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502177,"bill_number":"H398","title":"To require certification of all public school teachers","description":"For legislation to require certification of all public school teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H398/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H398","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":502178,"bill_number":"H399","title":"Relative to transportation of regional vocational schools","description":"Relativerelative to the transportation of regional vocational school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H399/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H399","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502179,"bill_number":"H400","title":"To promote fairness between traditional public schools and regional vocational schools","description":"For legislation to establish parity in funding for regional vocational school districts and traditional public school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H400/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H400","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502180,"bill_number":"H401","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"Relativerelative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H401/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H401","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502181,"bill_number":"H402","title":"Establishing a regional school district planning committee","description":"Relative to creating regional school district planning committees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3789","last_action_date":"2013-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H402/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H402","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502182,"bill_number":"H403","title":"Relative to regional bonus aid","description":"For legislation to provide bonus aid to newly formed regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4018","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H403/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H403","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502183,"bill_number":"H404","title":"Relative to the regional school transportation reimbursement fund","description":"Relativerelative to the regional school transportation reimbursement fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4019","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H404/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H404","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502184,"bill_number":"H405","title":"Relative to regional school transportation","description":"For legislation to exempt regional school transportation funds from the Governor's ability to make reductions due to revenue deficiencies. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H405/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H405","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502185,"bill_number":"H406","title":"Relative to nonresident vocational education tuition","description":"Relativerelative to state reimbursements for certain nonresident vocational education tuition. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H406/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H406","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502186,"bill_number":"H407","title":"Relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students","description":"For legislation to provide reimbursements for certain nonresident vocational education transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H407/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H407","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502187,"bill_number":"H408","title":"Relative to school funding","description":"Relativerelative to school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H408/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H408","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502188,"bill_number":"H409","title":"To provide state aid reimbursement on account of attendance in the public schools by certain students living on federal military reservations","description":"For legislation to provide funding for towns that educate the children of military families who live on military facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H409/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H409","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"}, {"bill_id":502189,"bill_number":"H410","title":"Establishing a financial literacy curriculum","description":"Relative to including personal financial literacy in the math curriculum for all school grade levels. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S234","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H410/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H410","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502190,"bill_number":"H411","title":"Relative to charter reconsideration","description":"For legislation to reconsider or revoke a charter. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H411/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H411","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502191,"bill_number":"H412","title":"Relative to charter revocation","description":"Relativerelative to charter revocation of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H412/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H412","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502192,"bill_number":"H413","title":"Resolve establishing a charter school commission","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve establishing a charter school commission By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire and Anne M. Gobi for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the financing, caps imposed upon, and innovations promoted by charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H413/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H413","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502193,"bill_number":"H414","title":"Relative to school improvement plans","description":"Relativerelative to school improvement plans. Education.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-10-09","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H414/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H414","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502194,"bill_number":"H415","title":"To assure opportunity for all students with disabilities","description":"Relative to improving procurement procedures to assure opportunities for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H415/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H415","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502195,"bill_number":"H416","title":"Requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation","description":"For legislation to require instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators as a prerequisite for a high school diploma. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H416/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H416","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502196,"bill_number":"H417","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","description":"Relativerelative to child suicide. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3741","last_action_date":"2013-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H417/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H417","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502197,"bill_number":"H418","title":"Relative to educator licensure","description":"Relativerelative to educator licensure. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H418/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H418","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502198,"bill_number":"H419","title":"Relative to providing feedback on educator certification tests","description":"Relativerelative to providing feedback on educator certification tests. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H419/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H419","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502199,"bill_number":"H420","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"For legislation to provide for the subject of genocide to be included in the curriculum of the public schools of the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H420/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H420","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":502200,"bill_number":"H421","title":"Relative to comprehensive health education in schools","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive health education curriculum in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H421/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H421","sponsor":"Carlos Henriquez"}, {"bill_id":502201,"bill_number":"H422","title":"Relative to civics course curriculum","description":"For legislation to develop an elective high school course on labor law and workers' rights. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H422/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H422","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":502202,"bill_number":"H423","title":"Relative to total amounts distributed to cities and town for the purpose of education","description":"Relativerelative to total amounts distributed to cities and town for the purpose of education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H423/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H423","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":502203,"bill_number":"H424","title":"Relative to the establishment of mandatory school safety procedures","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment of mandatory school safety procedures . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H424/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H424","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":502204,"bill_number":"H425","title":"To further narrow the achievement gap","description":"For legislation to improve public schools and narrow the achievement gap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, see H3984","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H425/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H425","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"}, {"bill_id":502205,"bill_number":"H426","title":"Relative to safe schools","description":"Relativerelative to employing appropriate discipline management techniques in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H426/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H426","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502206,"bill_number":"H427","title":"Relative to parental notification for out-of-school-district counseling referrals","description":"Relativerelative to parental notification for out-of-school-district counseling referrals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H427/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H427","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":502207,"bill_number":"H428","title":"Relative to charter school renewal","description":"Relativerelative to charter school renewal. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H428/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H428","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502208,"bill_number":"H429","title":"Relative to a \"parent trigger petition\" at schools in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to creating a \"parent trigger petition\" process at underperforming or chronically underperforming schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4291","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H429/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H429","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502209,"bill_number":"H430","title":"Relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools","description":"Relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that schools be required to maintain non-patient specific epinephrine auto-injectors to be used in the event of anaphylactic emergencies. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4014","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H430/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H430","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502210,"bill_number":"H431","title":"Relative to parental notification","description":"Relativerelative to parental notification . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H431/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H431","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502211,"bill_number":"H432","title":"Relative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam","description":"Relativerelative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3723","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H432/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H432","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502212,"bill_number":"H433","title":"Relative to holding Chapter 70 funding harmless","description":"For legislation to prohibit reductions of net school spending below the foundation budget amount. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H433/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H433","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502213,"bill_number":"H434","title":"Resolve relative to improving the calculation of foundation budgets","description":"Relativerelative to an the calculation of foundation budgets. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H434/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H434","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502214,"bill_number":"H435","title":"Relative to the consideration of ergonomically designed school buildings","description":"Relativerelative to the consideration of ergonomically designed school buildings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H435/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H435","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502216,"bill_number":"H436","title":"Modifying the school breakfast program","description":"Relative to the school breakfast program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4270","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H436/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H436","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502217,"bill_number":"H437","title":"Relative to education funding for charter schools","description":"Relativerelative to education funding for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3939","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H437/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H437","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502218,"bill_number":"H438","title":"Relative to cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification for athletic coaches","description":"For legislation to require public school athletic coaches to have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H438/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H438","sponsor":"John Lawn"}, {"bill_id":502219,"bill_number":"H439","title":"Relative to equity in education funding","description":"Relativerelative to local contributions to foundation budgets for school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H439/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H439","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":502220,"bill_number":"H440","title":"Regarding parental notification and consent","description":"Relative to parental notification and consent in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H440/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H440","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":502221,"bill_number":"H441","title":"Relative to Target Share Funding","description":"For legislation to establish minimum state funding contributions to education foundation budgets. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H441/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H441","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":502222,"bill_number":"H442","title":"Creating assignment levels in the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"Relative to assignment level standards for providers by the department of early education and care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4010","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H442/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H442","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502223,"bill_number":"H443","title":"Relative to suicide prevention training in schools","description":"Relativerelative to suicide prevention training in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4013","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H443/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H443","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502224,"bill_number":"H444","title":"To expand access to the MCAS appeals process","description":"Bill Title: An Act to expand access to the MCAS appeals process By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and others that the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education promulgating emergency regulations to modify the process governing the Massachusetts comprehensive assessment system. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H444/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H444","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502225,"bill_number":"H445","title":"Relative to recognizing cheerleading as a sport","description":"For legislation to recognize cheerleading as a sport. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4334","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H445/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H445","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":502226,"bill_number":"H446","title":"Relative to competitive cheerleading safety","description":"Relativerelative to competitive cheerleading safety . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H446/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H446","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":502227,"bill_number":"H447","title":"Relative to determining the distribution of local state aid for education","description":"Relativerelative to determining the distribution of local state aid for education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H447/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H447","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":502228,"bill_number":"H448","title":"Relative to the disclosure of information of public school athletic resources and interscholastic athletic authorized representatives","description":"Relativerelative to the disclosure of information of public school athletic resources and interscholastic athletic authorized representatives. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4334","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H448/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H448","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":502229,"bill_number":"H449","title":"Relative to special education","description":"Relativerelative to special education placement decisions. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H449/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H449","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"}, {"bill_id":502231,"bill_number":"H450","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relativerelative to age appropriate sexual health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3793","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H450/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H450","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":502232,"bill_number":"H451","title":"To promote collaboration in Horace Mann and innovation schools","description":"Relative to Horace Mann charter school collective bargaining applicability. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H451/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H451","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":502233,"bill_number":"H452","title":"Regarding surveys in public schools","description":"For legislation to require parental notification prior to the taking of student surveys in the public schools regarding personal or private issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H452/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H452","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":502234,"bill_number":"H453","title":"Relating to high school graduation requirements for students with learning disabilities","description":"Relative to high school graduation requirements for students with learning disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H453/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H453","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502235,"bill_number":"H454","title":"Relative to bullying in schools","description":"Relativerelative to bullying in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3721","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H454/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H454","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502236,"bill_number":"H455","title":"To assist parental choice concerning special education placements","description":"Relative to assisting parental choice concerning special education placements. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H455/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H455","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502237,"bill_number":"H456","title":"To prevent concussion and head injury","description":"Bill Title: An Act to prevent concussion and head injury By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley (by request), a petition of Robert S. Edwards providing for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make recommendations to the department of elementary and secondary education on sports injuries. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3724","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H456/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H456","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502238,"bill_number":"H457","title":"Reviving the foundation budget review commission","description":"Relative to improving the quality of education by reviving the foundation budget review commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H457/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H457","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502239,"bill_number":"H458","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relativerelative to education collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3938","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H458/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H458","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502240,"bill_number":"H459","title":"Establishing an educational mandate task force","description":"Relative to establishing an educational mandate task force (including members of the General Court) to review all existing state mandates imposed on public schools and districts in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H459/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H459","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502241,"bill_number":"H460","title":"Establishing six-year career plans for all Massachusetts public school students","description":"Relative to Massachuetts public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4527","last_action_date":"2014-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H460/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H460","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502242,"bill_number":"H461","title":"Establishing a school counseling leadership pilot program to accelerate college and career readiness in Massachusetts public schools","description":"Relative to establishing a school counseling leadership pilot project to accelerate college and career readiness in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H460","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H461/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H461","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502243,"bill_number":"H462","title":"Relative to the maximum permissible age for school attendance","description":"Relativerelative to the maximum permissible age for public school attendance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H462/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H462","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502244,"bill_number":"H463","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relativerelative to special education finance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H463/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H463","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502245,"bill_number":"H464","title":"Relative to improving student achievement","description":"Relativerelative to improving student achievement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H464/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H464","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502246,"bill_number":"H465","title":"Relative to the incorporation of civics in the high school curriculum","description":"Relativerelative to the awarding of diplomas for civics education by the Board of Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H465/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H465","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502247,"bill_number":"H466","title":"Requiring parental consent on sex education in public schools","description":"For legislation to require parental consent on sex education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H466/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H466","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502248,"bill_number":"H467","title":"Relative to maintaining school funding","description":"For legislation to eliminate the limit on Horace Mann charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H467/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H467","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502249,"bill_number":"H468","title":"To improve student retention in charter schools","description":"Relative to the enrollment of students in charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H468/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H468","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502250,"bill_number":"H469","title":"Requiring reports on the state’s implementation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act","description":"Relative to homeless and unaccompanied students . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H469/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H469","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502251,"bill_number":"H470","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission relative to reimbursements of school busing costs","description":"Relativerelativerelative to reimbursements of school busing costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H470/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H470","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502252,"bill_number":"H471","title":"Authorizing sheriffs’ departments to engage in truancy programs","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to request the assistance of sheriffs’ departments in truancy enforcement programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H471/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H471","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502253,"bill_number":"H472","title":"Concerning media literacy in schools","description":"For legislation concerning media literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H472/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H472","sponsor":"David Rogers"}, {"bill_id":502254,"bill_number":"H473","title":"To enable the working group for educator excellence","description":"For legislation to develop a validated common core of professional teaching knowledge. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H473/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H473","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":502255,"bill_number":"H474","title":"Expanding the special education reimbursement program","description":"Relative to expanding the special education reimbursement program to include transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H474/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H474","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":502256,"bill_number":"H475","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Relative to requiring instruction on the Ukranian Genocide in the public schools of the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H475/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H475","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"}, {"bill_id":502257,"bill_number":"H476","title":"Relative to early education and out of school time capital fund","description":"Relativerelative to funding for improvements to early education child care facilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H476/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H476","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502258,"bill_number":"H477","title":"To improve quality in early education centers","description":"For legislation to improve quality in early education centers and providing better access to quality early education and care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4456","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H477/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H477","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502259,"bill_number":"H478","title":"Relative to healthy kids","description":"Relative to healthy kids By Mr. S","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2047","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H478/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H478","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502260,"bill_number":"H479","title":"Relative to enhancing English opportunities for all students in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to an English language learner's program in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H479/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H479","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502261,"bill_number":"H480","title":"To provide eduction funding to municipalities with identified nationally-known special purpose educational schools","description":"For legislation to provide education funding to municipalities with identified nationally-known special purpose educational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H480/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H480","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502262,"bill_number":"H481","title":"Expanding inclusive transition programs for students with severe disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish a discretionary grant program for schools assisting children age eighteen to twenty-two with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4015","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H481/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H481","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502263,"bill_number":"H482","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"Relative to school arrests and bullying. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H482/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H482","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502264,"bill_number":"H483","title":"To authorize codes of conduct for players, coaches, officials and parents in athletic settings","description":"Bill Title: An Act to authorize codes of conduct for players, coaches, officials and parents in athletic settings By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia for education to establish of conduct for players, coaches, officials and parents in athletic settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H483/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H483","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502265,"bill_number":"H484","title":"Relative to teacher certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.","description":"Relativerelative to requiring mandatory CPR training for all elementary and secondary school teachers in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H484/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H484","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502266,"bill_number":"H485","title":"To establish a school choice circuit breaker","description":"Relative to establishing a school district reimbursement plan for the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H485/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H485","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502267,"bill_number":"H486","title":"To increase accountability in school choice reimbursement","description":"Relative to the School Choice Tuition Trust Fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3940","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H486/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H486","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502268,"bill_number":"H487","title":"Regarding sign language proficiency for certain teachers and educational interpreters","description":"Relative to sign language proficiency for certain teachers and educational interpreters. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H487/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H487","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502269,"bill_number":"H488","title":"Relative to promoting excellence and accountability for the education of mobile student populations","description":"Relativerelative to promoting and accountability for education of mobile student populations. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H488/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H488","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502270,"bill_number":"H489","title":"To improve assessment and accountability to ensure students acquire 21st century skills","description":"For legislation to ensure that high school graduates possess a reasonable breadth and depth of knowledge and skills. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H489/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H489","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502271,"bill_number":"H490","title":"Requiring school districts, with the assistance of the department of elementary and secondary education, to disclose information about required assessments","description":"For legislation to require the disclosure to parents of standardized student assessments from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H490/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H490","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502272,"bill_number":"H491","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relativerelative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H491/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H491","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502273,"bill_number":"H492","title":"Relative to circuit breaker reimbursement","description":"Relativerelative to the calculation of special education reimbursement amounts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H492/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H492","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502274,"bill_number":"H493","title":"Relative to special education transportation costs","description":"For legislation to include transportation costs in the special education reimbursement program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H493/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H493","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502275,"bill_number":"H494","title":"Relative to the MCAS appeals process","description":"Relativerelative to the MCAS appeals process. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H494/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H494","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502276,"bill_number":"H495","title":"Relative to charter school boards","description":"Relativerelative to the approval of charter school board members. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H495/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H495","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502277,"bill_number":"H496","title":"Relative to scholastic achievement in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit the replacement of MCAS standards with national education standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H496/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H496","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502279,"bill_number":"H497","title":"Preserving retired teachers' certification.","description":"For legislation to provide for the continued certification of teachers upon retirement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H497/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H497","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502280,"bill_number":"H498","title":"Relative to tuition costs for expelled students","description":"Relativerelative to the cost of tuition for outside school placements for students expelled from public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H498/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H498","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502281,"bill_number":"H499","title":"To Equity and Fairness for Students with Disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide equal opportunity for special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4333","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H499/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H499","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502282,"bill_number":"H500","title":"Relative to charter schools.","description":"Relativerelative to applications for the establishment of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H500/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H500","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502283,"bill_number":"H501","title":"Relative to charter schools 2.","description":"Relativerelative to charter school applications. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H501/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H501","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502284,"bill_number":"H502","title":"Reducing special education referrals and costs","description":"For legislation to reduce special education referrals and costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H502/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H502","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":502285,"bill_number":"H503","title":"Mandating the accreditation of secondary graphic communications education in vocational and technical schools","description":"For legislation to mandate the accreditation of secondary graphic communications education in vocational and technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H503/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H503","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":502286,"bill_number":"H504","title":"To eliminate the use of the MCAS for high school graduation.","description":"Relative to repealing the testing requirements for graduation under the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H504/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H504","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":502287,"bill_number":"H505","title":"For the further promotion of racial balance","description":"Relative to racial balance in the charter school educational system in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H505/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H505","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":502288,"bill_number":"H506","title":"Relative to a commission on advertisements","description":"Relative to a commission on advertisements By Mr. Timilty of Milton, a petition of Walter F. Timilty establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the feasibility of permitting private sector advertising on city and town school buses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H506/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H506","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":502289,"bill_number":"H507","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts YouthBuild program","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a YouthBuild program in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H507/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H507","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":502290,"bill_number":"H508","title":"Requiring school districts to adopt a certain health program","description":"For legislation to assist school districts in developing a program to identify and serve pupils with light-based reading difficulties, such as scotopic sensitivity. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4270","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H508/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H508","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":502291,"bill_number":"H509","title":"Relative to promoting tolerance","description":"For legislation to promote tolerance of sexual orientation in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H509/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H509","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":502292,"bill_number":"H510","title":"Establishing a grant program for expanding learning time and improving student success","description":"Relative to establishing a public school grant program for expanding learning time and improving student success. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4073","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H510/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H510","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":502293,"bill_number":"H511","title":"Relative to special education reimbursements","description":"For legislation to increase the state reimbursements for special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H511/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H511","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502294,"bill_number":"H512","title":"Providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mandated reports and data submissions required of local school districts","description":"Relativerelative to mandated reports and data submissions required of local school districts . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H512/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H512","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502296,"bill_number":"H513","title":"Relative to high school civics requirement","description":"Relativerelative to requiring the teaching of civics in all public elementary and high schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H513/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H513","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502297,"bill_number":"H514","title":"Relative to Asthma Screening","description":"For legislation to require cities and towns to provide asthma screening clinics for public and certain private school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4016","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H514/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H514","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502298,"bill_number":"H515","title":"Regarding private school transportation","description":"Relative to student attendance in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H515/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H515","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502299,"bill_number":"H516","title":"Relative to equitable school reimbursement funds","description":"For legislation relative to equitable school reimbursement funds. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H516/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H516","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502300,"bill_number":"H517","title":"Relative to parental involvement in schools","description":"Relativerelative to parental involvement in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H517/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H517","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502301,"bill_number":"H518","title":"Relative to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to allow teachers currently employed and receiving compensation to serve on the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2091","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H518/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H518","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502302,"bill_number":"H519","title":"Concerning personal financial literacy curriculum in schools","description":"For legislation to provide for the implementation of personal financial literacy curriculum in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S234","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H519/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H519","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502303,"bill_number":"H520","title":"Relative to safe and supportive schools","description":"For legislation to ensure behavioral health and safety in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3528","last_action_date":"2013-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H520/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H520","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502304,"bill_number":"H521","title":"Relative to teacher compensation in regional school districts","description":"Relativerelative to teacher compensation in regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H521/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H521","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502305,"bill_number":"H522","title":"Regarding an analysis of health education in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to providing for an analysis of health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H522/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H522","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502306,"bill_number":"H523","title":"Reducing the dropout rate","description":"For legislation to reduce the school dropout rate and assist students who have dropped out. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H523/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H523","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502307,"bill_number":"H524","title":"Raising the school dropout age","description":"For legislation to raise the school dropout age. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H524/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H524","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502308,"bill_number":"H525","title":"Enhancing the educational outcomes of expectant and parenting students","description":"Relative to enhancing the educational opportunities for expectant and parenting students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H525/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H525","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502309,"bill_number":"H526","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relativerelative to education collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4282","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H526/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H526","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502310,"bill_number":"H527","title":"Supporting educators’ professional development","description":"Relative to the preparation and implementation of professional development plans for public school teachers. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H527/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H527","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502311,"bill_number":"H528","title":"Making school district reporting requirements more efficient and effective","description":"Relative to requiring the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to review state-mandated reporting requirements for school districts . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H528/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H528","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502312,"bill_number":"H529","title":"Promoting public school success","description":"For legislation to promote public school success and close the achievement gap by extending the strong academic results of some schools to serve a greater number of students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H529/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H529","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502313,"bill_number":"H530","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relativerelative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H530/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H530","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502314,"bill_number":"H531","title":"Enhancing educational opportunities","description":"Relative to contracts for charter schools and innovation schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H531/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H531","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502315,"bill_number":"H532","title":"Relative to technical corrections of the achievement gap law","description":"For legislation to make certain technical changes in the law relative to the achievement gap in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H532/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H532","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502316,"bill_number":"H533","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through dual language and biliteracy","description":"For legislation to establish an office of dual language educational programs to promote and provide technical assistance to dual language educational programs in the Commonwealth . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H533/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H533","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502317,"bill_number":"H534","title":"To reduce paperwork within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to reduce paperwork within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education by maximizing the available uses of information technology. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H534/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H534","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":502318,"bill_number":"H535","title":"Establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal curriculum","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal curriculum By Mr. Zlotnik of Gardner, a petition of Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal high school social studies curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H535/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H535","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"}, {"bill_id":502319,"bill_number":"H536","title":"Increasing the penalties for unfair and deceptive actions perpetrated against persons with disabilities and senior citizens","description":"Relative to deceptive actions perpetrated against elderly and disabled persons. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-09-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H536/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H536","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502320,"bill_number":"H537","title":"To increase the personal needs allowance for residents of long term care facilities","description":"For legislation to increase the personal care allowance of residents of long-term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S291","last_action_date":"2013-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H537/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H537","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502321,"bill_number":"H538","title":"Relative to increasing the personal needs allowance.","description":"For legislation to increase the personal needs allowance for certain elderly and disabled residents residing in licensed medical facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S291","last_action_date":"2013-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H538/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H538","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502322,"bill_number":"H539","title":"Providing for Alzheimer's and related disorders education and training for employees of assisted-living facilities","description":"For legislation to provide education and training concerning Alzheimer's and related disorders to employees of assisted-living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H539/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H539","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502323,"bill_number":"H540","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Acute Care Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Alzheimer's and related dementias acute care advisory committee. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S295","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H540/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H540","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502324,"bill_number":"H541","title":"To establish an Alzheimer's state plan commission","description":"Relative to the establishment of an Alzheimer’s state plan commission (including members of the General Court) to assess the current and future impact of Alzheimer’s disease on residents of the Commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H541/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H541","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":502325,"bill_number":"H542","title":"Relative to the calculation of income for spouses of nursing home residents.","description":"Relativerelative to the calculation of income for spouses of nursing home residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H542/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H542","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502326,"bill_number":"H543","title":"Creating a special commission on institutional long term care","description":"Relative to institutional long term care in the Commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H543/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H543","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":502327,"bill_number":"H544","title":"To assist families caring for elders","description":"Relativerelatives. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H544/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H544","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502328,"bill_number":"H545","title":"Regarding equal choice and related cost savings","description":"Relative to residential habilitation services for individuals age sixty or older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S292","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H545/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H545","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502329,"bill_number":"H546","title":"Relative the elimination of nursing home fees","description":"Relativerelative the elimination of nursing home fees. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H546/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H546","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":502330,"bill_number":"H547","title":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","description":"Relativerelative to the prevention and elimination of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity and expression within the Department of Elder Affairs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H547/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H547","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502331,"bill_number":"H548","title":"Relative to promoting innovation in eldercare services","description":"Relativerelative to promoting innovation in eldercare services. 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Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H549/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H549","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502333,"bill_number":"H550","title":"Authorizing the establishment of senior citizen safety zones","description":"For legislation to provide for the establishment of senior citizen safety zones in cities and towns. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H550/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H550","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502334,"bill_number":"H551","title":"Relative to assisted living residences","description":"Relativerelative to assisted living residences. 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Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H552/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H552","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":502336,"bill_number":"H553","title":"To establish self determination for elder care","description":"For legislation to develop recommendations for the implementation of a self-determination model within the Department of Elder Affairs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H553/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H553","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502337,"bill_number":"H554","title":"Relative to nursing facility user fees","description":"Relativerelative to nursing facility user fees. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H554/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H554","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502338,"bill_number":"H555","title":"Regarding residential habilitation","description":"Bill Title: An Act regarding residential habilitation By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis and others that the Division of Medical Assistance provide coverage for residential habilitation services for individuals age sixty or older. 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Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H556/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H556","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":502340,"bill_number":"H557","title":"Establishing permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the commonwealth","description":"Relative to address changes for registered voters in the central registry of voters by the Secretary of State. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H557/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H557","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":502341,"bill_number":"H558","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relativerelative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H558/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H558","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"}, {"bill_id":502343,"bill_number":"H559","title":"Relative to the accountability of corporate political spending","description":"Relativerelative to accountability for certain corporate political activities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H559","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":502344,"bill_number":"H560","title":"Assuring that polling places are accessible to elderly and physically challenged voters","description":"For legislation to assure that polling places are accessible to handicapped and elderly voters. 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Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3838","last_action_date":"2014-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H562/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H562","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502347,"bill_number":"H563","title":"Prohibiting certain election practices.","description":"For legislation to regulate the registration of certain web sites by political parties and committees and candidates for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H563/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H563","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":502348,"bill_number":"H564","title":"Permitting certain questions on presidential primary ballots","description":"For legislation to authorize certain questions on non-binding instructions to a party’s delegation on presidential primary ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H564/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H564","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":502349,"bill_number":"H565","title":"To expand access to voter registration","description":"For legislation to expand access to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H565/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H565","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502350,"bill_number":"H566","title":"To improve campaign finance disclosure","description":"Relative to campaign finance disclosure for certain candidates seeking the office of mayor in municipalities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H566/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H566","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502351,"bill_number":"H567","title":"Expanding eligibility to vote by absentee ballot","description":"Relative to voting by absentee ballot. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H567/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H567","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502352,"bill_number":"H568","title":"Allowing no excuse absentee voting and establishing voting by early ballot","description":"Relative to absentee and early voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H568/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H568","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502353,"bill_number":"H569","title":"Relative to polling places used for the general election","description":"Relativerelative to polling places used for general elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H569/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H569","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502354,"bill_number":"H570","title":"To provide to certain employees of the commonwealth the right to participate collectively in the political process","description":"Relative to political contributions by certain public employee. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H570/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H570","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502355,"bill_number":"H571","title":"Relative to the distribution of personal information","description":"Relativerelative to the distribution of personal information by registrars or boards of election. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H571/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H571","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":502356,"bill_number":"H572","title":"Establishing voter identification procedures","description":"Relative to establishing voter identification procedures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H572/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H572","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":502357,"bill_number":"H573","title":"Relative to municipal election ballots","description":"Relativerelative to municipal election ballots . Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3719","last_action_date":"2013-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H573/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H573","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":502358,"bill_number":"H574","title":"Relative to state primary elections","description":"Relativerelative to state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H574","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502359,"bill_number":"H575","title":"Relative to the regulating of primary elections","description":"For legislation to further regulate primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H575","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502360,"bill_number":"H576","title":"Relative to clarity in census disclosure","description":"Relativerelative to information printed on census forms. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H576","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502362,"bill_number":"H577","title":"To ensure voter privacy and integrity","description":"Relative to translation services provided to voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H577","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":502363,"bill_number":"H578","title":"Relative to accessibility and preservation of write in voting records","description":"Relativerelative to accessibility and preservation of write in voting records. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H578","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":502364,"bill_number":"H579","title":"To establish election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H579","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":502365,"bill_number":"H580","title":"Relative to showing identification when voting","description":"Relativerelative to the showing of photo identification when voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H580/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H580","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":502366,"bill_number":"H581","title":"Establishing online voter registration","description":"For legislation to establish online voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H581/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H581","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502367,"bill_number":"H582","title":"To establish permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H582/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H582","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502368,"bill_number":"H583","title":"Relative to age requirements in local elections","description":"Relativerelative to age requirements in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H583/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H583","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502369,"bill_number":"H584","title":"Relative to the reimbursement of local costs of special elections","description":"Relativerelative to the reimbursement of local costs of special elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H584/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H584","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502370,"bill_number":"H585","title":"Establishing on-campus election law reforms","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive on-campus student voter registration civic education system . Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H585/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H585","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502371,"bill_number":"H586","title":"Ensuring election integrity through voter identification.","description":"Relative to the identification requirements for voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H586/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H586","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502372,"bill_number":"H587","title":"Regulating conduct at polling places.","description":"For legislation to further regulate conduct at polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H587/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H587","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502373,"bill_number":"H588","title":"Relative to voter privacy","description":"Relativerelative to voter privacy. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H588/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H588","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502374,"bill_number":"H589","title":"Relative to voter identification","description":"For legislation to require applicants for voter registration to show proof of identification. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H589/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H589","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":502375,"bill_number":"H590","title":"To amend the Barnstable County Home Rule Charter by adding a recall provision","description":"Relative to recall elections in Barnstable County. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H590/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H590","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":502376,"bill_number":"H591","title":"Repealing national popular vote","description":"For legislation to repeal the law providing for the election of the President of the United States by national popular vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H591/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H591","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502377,"bill_number":"H592","title":"Requiring photo identification for voting","description":"For legislation to require photo-identification for persons voting in elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H592/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H592","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502378,"bill_number":"H593","title":"Relative to overseas absentee voting","description":"Relativerelative to overseas absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H593/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H593","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502379,"bill_number":"H594","title":"Relative to the administration of political action committees","description":"Relativerelative to the administration of political action committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H594/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H594","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502380,"bill_number":"H595","title":"Changing the campaign finance reporting cycle","description":"Relative to campaign financing and reporting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H595/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H595","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502381,"bill_number":"H596","title":"Relative to the voting procedures for presidential electors","description":"Relativerelative to the voting procedures of presidential electors. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H596/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H596","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502382,"bill_number":"H597","title":"Establishing an independent redistricting commission and criteria for redistricting for congressional districts","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing an independent redistricting commission and criteria for redistricting for congressional districts By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others establishing an independent redistricting commission and criteria for redistricting for Congressional districts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H597/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H597","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502383,"bill_number":"H598","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method","description":"Relativerelative to voting by the instant runoff voting method. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H598/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H598","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502384,"bill_number":"H599","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primaries","description":"Relativerelative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primaries. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H599/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H599","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502385,"bill_number":"H600","title":"To ensure secure voting equipment","description":"Relative to ensuring secure voting equipment. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H600/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H600","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502386,"bill_number":"H601","title":"Relative to reimbursement for municipalities for costs incurred in conducting special elections","description":"For legislation to reimburse municipalities for special election costs. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H601/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H601","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":502387,"bill_number":"H602","title":"Relative to limiting contributions to ballot question committees","description":"Relativerelative to limiting contributions to ballot question committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H602/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H602","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502388,"bill_number":"H603","title":"Relative to the selection of Lieutenant Governor","description":"Relativerelative to the selection of a candidate for Lieutenant- Governor. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H603/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H603","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502389,"bill_number":"H604","title":"Relative to early voting","description":"For legislation to provide for early voting in cities and towns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H604/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H604","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502390,"bill_number":"H605","title":"Relative to party representation of election officers","description":"For legislation to allow unenrolled voters to serve on local election commissions and board of registrar of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H605","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502391,"bill_number":"H606","title":"Relative to duplicative poll workers","description":"Relativerelative to poll workers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H606","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502392,"bill_number":"H607","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study the implementation of voting my mail in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve establishing a commission to study the implementation of voting my mail in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts By Mr. Koczera of New Bedford, a petition of Robert M. Koczera, Jay R. Kaufman and Cory Atkins providing for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on the implementation of voting by mail. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H607","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502393,"bill_number":"H608","title":"To increase voter registration","description":"For legislation to utilize the resources of the Department of Revenue to increase voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H608","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":502394,"bill_number":"H609","title":"Relative to cancellation devices on voting machines","description":"Relativerelative to cancellation devices on voting machines. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H609","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502395,"bill_number":"H610","title":"Relative to an election laws implementation task force","description":"Relativerelative to election laws implementation . Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H610/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H610","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502396,"bill_number":"H611","title":"Relative to annual training of local election officials","description":"For legislation to provide for the annual training of election officials. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H611/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H611","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502397,"bill_number":"H612","title":"Regarding Decennial division of wards and precincts in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to decennial division of wards and precincts in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H612/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H612","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502398,"bill_number":"H613","title":"To provide for audits of election results","description":"For legislation to authorize local boards of registrars to perform random audits of election results in precincts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/16/2013 from 02:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2013-09-24","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H613/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H613","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502399,"bill_number":"H614","title":"Relative to pre-registration of voters","description":"For legislation to authorize persons to pre-register to vote prior to their eighteenth birthday. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H614/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H614","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502400,"bill_number":"H615","title":"Relative to creating access to early voting","description":"For legislation to establish procedures for early voting in elections in cities and towns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H615","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502401,"bill_number":"H616","title":"Amending the preparation of certain ballots in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to providing bilingual ballots at certain polling places in the city of Boston. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H616/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H616","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502402,"bill_number":"H617","title":"Relative to pre-registration of voters","description":"For legislation to authorize persons to pre-register to vote prior to their eighteenth birthday. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H617/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H617","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502403,"bill_number":"H618","title":"To provide for audits of election results","description":"For legislation to authorize local boards of registrars to perform random audits of election results in precincts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H618/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H618","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502404,"bill_number":"H619","title":"Relative to the central registry of voters","description":"Relativerelative to the central registry of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H619/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H619","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502406,"bill_number":"H620","title":"To establish permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H620","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502407,"bill_number":"H621","title":"Relative to special municipal elections","description":"Relativerelative to special municipal elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H621/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H621","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":502408,"bill_number":"H622","title":"Relative to requiring photo ID when casting provisional ballots","description":"For legislation to require valid identification when casting provisional ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H622/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H622","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":502409,"bill_number":"H623","title":"Relative to voting overseas","description":"Relativerelative to voting overseas. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H623/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H623","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":502410,"bill_number":"H624","title":"Relative to unaffiliated voters","description":"Relativerelative to unenrolled voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H624","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502411,"bill_number":"H625","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relativerelative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H625/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H625","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502412,"bill_number":"H626","title":"Relative to valid identification at voting polls","description":"Relativerelative to proof of valid identification at voting polls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H626/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H626","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502413,"bill_number":"H627","title":"To protect the integrity of initiative and referendum petitions","description":"Relative to to initiative and referendum petitions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H627","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502414,"bill_number":"H628","title":"Enabling cities and towns to extend voting rights in municipal elections to certain noncitizens of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to enable cities and towns to extend voting rights in municipal elections to certain non-citizens of the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H628/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H628","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":502415,"bill_number":"H629","title":"To ensure voter access","description":"For legislation prohibit non-essential constructions or improvements to public roadways on days of primary elections and general elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H629/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H629","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502416,"bill_number":"H630","title":"To close certain campaign finance loopholes","description":"For legislation to further regulate campaign contributions involving political committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H630","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502417,"bill_number":"H631","title":"Relative to specially qualified voters","description":"Relativerelative to specially qualified voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H631","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502418,"bill_number":"H632","title":"Relative to absentee voting","description":"Relativerelative to absentee voting for disabled persons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H632","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502419,"bill_number":"H633","title":"Relative to voter registration for program participants","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing registered voters to removed their registration status from public lists . Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H633/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H633","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502420,"bill_number":"H634","title":"Relative to studying online voter registration","description":"For legislation to authorize the Secretary of the Commonwealth to study the feasibility of online voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H634","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502421,"bill_number":"H635","title":"Relative to the establishing of an election task force","description":"Relative to the establishing of an election task force By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia, William F. Galvin and Michael D. Brady for the establishment of a task force (including members of the General Court) to undertake a study of election issues. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H635","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502422,"bill_number":"H636","title":"Relative to advance voting","description":"Relativerelative to provide for advance voting by mail or at certain locations for primaries or elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H636","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502423,"bill_number":"H637","title":"Relative to election emergencies","description":"For legislation to authorize the Secretary of the Commonwealth to postpone or otherwise regulate elections during emergency situations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H637","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502424,"bill_number":"H638","title":"Relative to special elections for senator and representative in Congress","description":"Relativerelative to special elections for senators and representatives in Congress. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3764","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H638/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H638","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502425,"bill_number":"H639","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"Relativerelative to political designations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H639/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H639","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502427,"bill_number":"H640","title":"Providing a local option for instant runoff voting in city or town elections","description":"For legislation to provide a local option for instant runoff voting in city or town elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H640/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H640","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502428,"bill_number":"H641","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Wales","description":"Relative to recall elections in the town of Wales. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 174 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H641/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H641","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502429,"bill_number":"H642","title":"Regarding ballot voting options","description":"Relative to adding a none of the above option to ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H642/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H642","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502430,"bill_number":"H643","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"For legislation to extend the time for filing absentee ballot applications. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H643/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H643","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502432,"bill_number":"H644","title":"To remove restrictions on absentee voting","description":"For legislation to remove restrictions on absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H644/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H644","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502433,"bill_number":"H645","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method","description":"Relativerelative to voting by the instant runoff voting method, so-called. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H645/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H645","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":502434,"bill_number":"H646","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primary elections","description":"Relativerelative to voting by the instant runoff voting method, so-called, in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H646/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H646","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":502435,"bill_number":"H647","title":"Relative to election laws","description":"Relativerelative to the agreement among the states to elect the President by national popular vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H647/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H647","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502436,"bill_number":"H648","title":"Relative to certain county elections for certain vacancies","description":"Relativerelative to elections to fill vacancies in certain county positions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H648/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H648","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502437,"bill_number":"H649","title":"Relative to absentee ballots.","description":"For legislation to further regulate absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H649/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H649","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502438,"bill_number":"H650","title":"To establish early voting","description":"Relative to allowing cities and towns to provide for early voting in elections in the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H650/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H650","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502439,"bill_number":"H651","title":"Strengthening campaign finance","description":"For legislation to further regulate the financing of political campaigns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4197","last_action_date":"2014-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H651/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H651","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502440,"bill_number":"H652","title":"Apportioning electoral votes by Congressional District","description":"Relative to the apportioning of electoral votes by Congressional district. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3897","last_action_date":"2014-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H652/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H652","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":502441,"bill_number":"H653","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the long term management and maintenance of the Boston Harbor Long and Moon Islands","description":"Relativerelative to the long term management and maintenance of certain harbor islands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4398","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H653/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H653","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502442,"bill_number":"H654","title":"Establishing a revolving fund to supplement the funding of waterway projects and coastal protection initiatives","description":"Relative to the funding of waterway projects and coastal protection initiatives. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H654/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H654","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502443,"bill_number":"H655","title":"Prohibiting the leasing of certain real property known as outer Brewster Island in Boston Harbor","description":"Bill Title: An Act prohibiting the leasing of certain real property known as outer Brewster Island in Boston Harbor By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Commissioner of the Department of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be prohibited from leasing the real property known as Outer Brewster Island located in Boston Harbor. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H655/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H655","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502444,"bill_number":"H656","title":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing and directing the Division of Waterways to dredge the harbor area surrounding the Squantum Yacht Club and Wollaston Yacht Club in Quincy. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3461","last_action_date":"2013-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H656/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H656","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502445,"bill_number":"H657","title":"To protect the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect from net loss public lands or easements taken or acquired for natural resource. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H657/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H657","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502446,"bill_number":"H658","title":"To include the Commonwealth in the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to enter into an interstate compact for the enforcement of certain wildlife protection laws. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1948","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H658/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H658","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502447,"bill_number":"H659","title":"Protecting the legal harvest of striped bass","description":"For legislation to implement a striped bass commercial tagging program at the point of harvest. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H659/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H659","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502448,"bill_number":"H660","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"Relativerelative to the taking and possession of wild striped bass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H660/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H660","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502449,"bill_number":"H661","title":"Relative to prevention of hazardous material release","description":"Relativerelative to the prevention of hazardous material release through underground tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4395","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H661/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H661","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502450,"bill_number":"H662","title":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","description":"Relativerelative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4392","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H662/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H662","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502451,"bill_number":"H663","title":"To establish the department of marine fisheries and resources","description":"For legislation to establish the department of marine fisheries and resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H663/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H663","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502452,"bill_number":"H664","title":"Relative to boater safety to be known as the David Hanson act","description":"For legislation to implement a boating education program within the Division of Law Enforcement of the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3855","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H664/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H664","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502453,"bill_number":"H665","title":"Relative to the mosquito borne disease control board.","description":"Relativerelative to the mosquito borne disease control board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4435","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H665/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H665","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502454,"bill_number":"H666","title":"Relative to the central Plymouth County water district","description":"Relativerelative to protecting the diversion of water from the central water district of Plymouth County. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H666/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H666","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":502455,"bill_number":"H667","title":"To increase the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth’s hazardous material response teams","description":"For legislation to increase the annual stipend for members of the Commonwealth’s hazardous material response teams. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H667/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H667","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502456,"bill_number":"H668","title":"Promoting economic development by strengthening the local seafood industry","description":"For legislation to further regulate the taking and processing of lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H668/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H668","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502457,"bill_number":"H669","title":"Financing a dam and seawall infrastructure program","description":"Relative to authorizing the sale of bonds to fund dam and seawall infrastructure repairs or removals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4420","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H669/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H669","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502458,"bill_number":"H670","title":"Reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund","description":"Relative to reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H670/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H670","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502459,"bill_number":"H671","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs","description":"Relativerelative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H671/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H671","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502460,"bill_number":"H672","title":"Relative to the financing of dredging projects","description":"Relativerelative to the financing of Department of Environmental Protection dredging projects in harbors and inland waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H672/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H672","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502461,"bill_number":"H673","title":"Establishing a regional dredge grants program","description":"For legislation to establish a public harbor dredging program with the Division of Waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H673/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H673","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502462,"bill_number":"H674","title":"Relative to the feeding of wildlife","description":"For legislation relative to the feeding of wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4003","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H674/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H674","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"}, {"bill_id":502463,"bill_number":"H675","title":"Relative to DCR yacht club fee reflecting water way access","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Conservation and Recreation to manage, operate, improve, repair and maintain the land under certain waters accessed for recreational boating. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4398","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H675/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H675","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502464,"bill_number":"H676","title":"Expanding pleasure boat access to Boston Harbor","description":"For legislation to expand pleasure boat access to Boston Harbor. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4421","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H676/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H676","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502465,"bill_number":"H677","title":"Authorizing and directing the director of the Division of Waterways to dredge the harbor area surrounding Houghs Neck in the city of Quincy","description":"For legislation to require the dredging of the harbor area surrounding Houghs Neck in the city of Quincy. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4421","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H677/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H677","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502466,"bill_number":"H678","title":"Authorizing a special commission to study cytotoxic drugs in the environment","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning cytotoxic drugs in the environment. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H678/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H678","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502467,"bill_number":"H679","title":"Relative to the reduction of particulate emissions from diesel engines","description":"Relativerelative to the reduction of particulate emissions from Diesel engines. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4479","last_action_date":"2014-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H679/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H679","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":502468,"bill_number":"H680","title":"Relative to pet grooming","description":"For legislation to establish a pet grooming license. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4430","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H680/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H680","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":502470,"bill_number":"H681","title":"Limiting the number of special use permits the Department of Conservation and Recreation May issue for the use of certain roads in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to limit the number of special use permits the Department of Conservation and Recreation May issue requiring the closure of all or a portion of Columbia Road or Day Boulevard. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4400","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H681/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H681","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":502471,"bill_number":"H682","title":"Relative to the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board","description":"Relativerelative to the State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4435","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H682/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H682","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"}, {"bill_id":502472,"bill_number":"H683","title":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping","description":"Relativerelative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3462","last_action_date":"2013-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H683/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H683","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":502473,"bill_number":"H684","title":"Relative to the Toxic Use Reduction Act","description":"Relativerelative to considering certain environmental management systems as an alternative to toxic use reduction planning. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4321","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H684/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H684","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":502474,"bill_number":"H685","title":"Relative to control of tick-borne illness","description":"Relativerelative to the control of low lands and swamps to control of tick-borne illness. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4439","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H685/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H685","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502475,"bill_number":"H686","title":"To ensure appropriate regulation of piggeries","description":"For legislation to further regulate the operation of piggeries based on their impact on air and water quality. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H686/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H686","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502476,"bill_number":"H687","title":"Providing for the establishment of sustainable water resource funds.","description":"For legislation to establish a sustainable water resource fund to mitigate water shortages. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H687/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H687","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502477,"bill_number":"H688","title":"Relative to best management practices in water","description":"Relativerelative to the publishing of guidelines for best water management practices by the Board of Trustees of the Water Pollution Abatement Trust and the Department of Environmental Protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H688/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H688","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502478,"bill_number":"H689","title":"Relative to implementing watershed based permitting in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to implementing watershed based permitting in the Commonwealth By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others that the Department of Environmental Protection conduct a feasibility study for the implementation of watershed based planning. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H689/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H689","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502479,"bill_number":"H690","title":"Relative to municipal assistance for clean water and economic development infrastructure","description":"For legislation to provide for a capital outlay program of maintenance and improvements to municipal drinking, waste and storm water infrastructure assets . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H690/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H690","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":502480,"bill_number":"H691","title":"Relative to zoning regulations","description":"Relativerelative to non-coal earth products mining zoning regulations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4480","last_action_date":"2014-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H691/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H691","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502481,"bill_number":"H692","title":"Relative to the Department of Environmental Management duties","description":"Relativerelative to the reclamation of land after surface mining has concluded operations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4398","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H692/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H692","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502482,"bill_number":"H693","title":"Relative to the groundwater survey program","description":"Relativerelative to the groundwater survey program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H693/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H693","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502483,"bill_number":"H694","title":"To regulate coal ash as solid waste","description":"Relative to the use of coal ash as a solid waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H694/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H694","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502484,"bill_number":"H695","title":"Preventing the disposal of hydraulic fracturing wastewater","description":"Relative to hydraulic fracturing wastewater. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3796","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H695/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H695","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":502485,"bill_number":"H696","title":"To reduce plastic pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic bag pollution. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4422","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H697/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H697","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":502487,"bill_number":"H698","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands","description":"Relative to providing for more efficient wetlands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4436","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H698/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H698","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":502488,"bill_number":"H699","title":"Relative to certain tanks used for the storage of fluids","description":"Relativerelative to the inspection of underground tanks used for the storage of fluids. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 183 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H699/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H699","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502489,"bill_number":"H700","title":"Relative to the scientific strategic planning of the Commonwealth’s fishery","description":"Relativerelative to managing fisheries and shellfisheries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H700/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H700","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":502490,"bill_number":"H701","title":"Relative to job creation in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate the toxics use fee assessed by the Department of Environmental Protection. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4392","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H702/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H702","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":502492,"bill_number":"H703","title":"Relative to beavers","description":"For legislation to repeal the law relative to the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-04-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H704/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H704","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":502495,"bill_number":"H705","title":"Protecting the Commonwealth's lakes and ponds","description":"Bill Title: An Act protecting the Commonwealth's lakes and ponds By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and others protecting lakes and ponds by establishing an invasive aquatic plant management fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H705/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H705","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502496,"bill_number":"H706","title":"To regulate the incineration of solid waste","description":"Bill Title: An Act to regulate the incineration of solid waste By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and others prohibiting additional incineration of solid waste materials. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H706/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H706","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502497,"bill_number":"H707","title":"To regulate hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to further regulate the use of hydraulic fracturing to stimulate the extraction of natural gas. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3796","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H707/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H707","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502498,"bill_number":"H708","title":"Relative to flood storage","description":"Relative to flood storage By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Boston Metropolitan Area Planning Council conduct a study of potential flood storage at the site of the former Metropolitan District Commission’s Skating Rink bordering the towns of Arlington and Belmont. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H708/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H708","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502499,"bill_number":"H709","title":"To assure uniformity in the regulation of sanitary sewage treatment and disposal","description":"For legislation to further regulate sanitary sewage treatment and disposal. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4395","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H710/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H710","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502501,"bill_number":"H711","title":"Relative to the use of shotguns","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of shotguns during bear hunting season . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H711/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H711","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502502,"bill_number":"H712","title":"To enhance the management of problem wildlife.","description":"For legislation to enhance the management of problem wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4055","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H712/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H712","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502503,"bill_number":"H713","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"Relativerelative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H713/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H713","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502504,"bill_number":"H714","title":"Expanding the powers of the director of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"Relative to bow and arrow hunting season. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H714/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H714","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502505,"bill_number":"H715","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"For legislation to establish a snowmobile educational safety program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3856","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H715/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H715","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502506,"bill_number":"H716","title":"To assist municipal and district ratepayers","description":"Relative to the costs imposed upon the municipal and district ratepayers due to public drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems capital upgrades. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3857","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H717/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H717","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502508,"bill_number":"H718","title":"Relative to the Charles River water quality commission","description":"Relativerelative to reviving and continuing the special commission established (under Chapter 498 of the Acts of 2008) to make an investigation and study of the water quality of the Charles River. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H718/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H718","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502509,"bill_number":"H719","title":"Resolve relative to establishing a comprehensive waste managment hierarchy in Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a comprehensive waste managment hierarchy in Massachusetts. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H720/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H720","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502511,"bill_number":"H721","title":"Valuing our natural resources","description":"For legislation to further regulate the capturing of furbearing animals. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H722/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H722","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502513,"bill_number":"H723","title":"Regarding underground storage tank remediation","description":"Relative to the payment of damages caused by the release of petroleum from underground storage tanks . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H723/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H723","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502514,"bill_number":"H724","title":"Regarding liability insurance requirements for owners of underground storage tanks","description":"Relative to the liability insurance requirements for owners of underground storage tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H724/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H724","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":502515,"bill_number":"H725","title":"Relative to certain exotic pets","description":"Relativerelative to the classification of sugar glider marsupial possums as exotic pets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4430","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H725/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H725","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":502516,"bill_number":"H726","title":"To strengthen and expand the Board of Agriculture","description":"For legislation to increase the membership of the board of agriculture within the Department of Agricultural Resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H726/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H726","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":502517,"bill_number":"H727","title":"Exempting barber shops from certain system sewage flow design criteria","description":"Relative to exempting barber shops from certain system sewage flow design criteria. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H729/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H729","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502520,"bill_number":"H730","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands protection by avoiding unnecessary duplication in local wetlands ordinances or bylaws","description":"Relative to the protection of wetlands under certain ordinances or by-laws in cities and towns. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4436","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H730/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H730","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502521,"bill_number":"H731","title":"Relative to Title V approval","description":"Relativerelative to the approval of sewer disposal systems which have been installed for less than three years. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4466","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H732/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H732","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502523,"bill_number":"H733","title":"To prevent the use of the most dangerous pesticides","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of pesticides in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4321","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H733/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H733","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502524,"bill_number":"H734","title":"To reduce solid waste in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reduce solid waste in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H734/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H734","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":502525,"bill_number":"H735","title":"Relative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks","description":"Relativerelative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H737/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H737","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502528,"bill_number":"H738","title":"Relative to inshore resource depletion","description":"For legislation to establish rules and regulations for the fishing of herring within the waters of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H738/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H738","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502529,"bill_number":"H739","title":"Relative to protecting the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to a review of existing staffing levels of environmental police officers in the Commonwealth. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4423","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H741/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H741","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502533,"bill_number":"H745","title":"To reinstate the clean environment fund","description":"Bill Title: An Act to reinstate the clean environment fund By Mr. Koczera of New Bedford, a petition of Robert M. Koczera and others to reinstate the Clean Environment Fund to reduce waste and protect the environment in the Commonwealth. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H750/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H750","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502539,"bill_number":"H751","title":"Relative to the milk producer's security fund reimbursement","description":"Relativerelative to the milk producers security fund reimbursement. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3785","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H751/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H751","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502540,"bill_number":"H752","title":"Relative to the registration of antique snowmobiles","description":"Relativerelative to the registration of antique snowmobiles. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4008","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H753/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H753","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502542,"bill_number":"H754","title":"To protect farm viability","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain restrictions on the use of land for agricultural purposes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H754/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H754","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502543,"bill_number":"H755","title":"To strengthen the Massachusetts agricultural infrastructure relative to meat and poultry production and processing","description":"Relativerelative to meat and poultry production, processing and inspection. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3568","last_action_date":"2013-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H757/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H757","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":502546,"bill_number":"H758","title":"To reduce solid waste, increase recycling and generate municipal cost savings","description":"Relative to the implementation of strategies for reducing solid waste and increasing recycling in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4423","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H758/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H758","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":502547,"bill_number":"H759","title":"Relative to farmers' markets","description":"Relativerelative to farmers' markets. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4421","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H761/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H761","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":502550,"bill_number":"H762","title":"To restore the Massachusetts ocean sanctuaries","description":"Relative to restoring the Massachusetts ocean sanctuaries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4421","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H762/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H762","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":502551,"bill_number":"H763","title":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund","description":"Relativerelative to annual debt service obligations under the Commonwealth Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4422","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H763/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H763","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":502552,"bill_number":"H764","title":"Relative to beaver dam emergencies","description":"For legislation to facilitate the issuance of trapping permits to alleviate beaver dam emergencies. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4420","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H764/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H764","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502553,"bill_number":"H765","title":"To reduce solid waste and provide universal recycling access","description":"For legislation to reduce the total amount of solid waste disposed of by means of landfill and incineration. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4423","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H765/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H765","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":502554,"bill_number":"H766","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relativerelative to ordinances or by-laws applicable to landfills, transfer stations, recycling centers and sanitary waste disposal sites. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H766/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H766","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":502555,"bill_number":"H767","title":"Relative to the Middlesex Canal Commission","description":"Relativerelative to the membership of the Middlesex Canal Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4408","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H767/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H767","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":502557,"bill_number":"H768","title":"Relative to a boat house land lease in the city of Boston","description":"Relativerelative to a boat house land lease in the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 282 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H768/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H768","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502558,"bill_number":"H769","title":"Relative to the lease of Boston University Sailing Pavilion and youth programs","description":"Relativerelative to the lease of Boston University Sailing Pavilion and youth programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H769/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H769","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502559,"bill_number":"H770","title":"Relative to the lease of Northeastern University Henderson boat house and youth access","description":"Relativerelative to the lease of Northeastern University Henderson boat house and youth access. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H770/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H770","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502560,"bill_number":"H771","title":"Relative to the lease of Northeastern University Henderson boat house and youth programs","description":"Relativerelative to the lease of Northeastern University Henderson boat house and youth programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H771/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H771","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502561,"bill_number":"H772","title":"To clarify allowable activities on land under an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"Relative allowable activities on land under an agricultural preservation restriction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4453","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H772/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H772","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":502562,"bill_number":"H773","title":"Relative to fishing lures","description":"Relativerelative to the number of hooks on a fishing lure. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H773/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H773","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":502563,"bill_number":"H774","title":"Relative to lobster processing","description":"For legislation to further define the illegal processing of lobsters at sea. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4399","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H774/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H774","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502564,"bill_number":"H775","title":"Relative to mooring fee requirements","description":"For legislation relative to mooring fee requirements. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4467","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H775/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H775","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502565,"bill_number":"H776","title":"Relative to shellfish reporting","description":"For legislation relative to shellfish reporting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2014-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H776/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H776","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502566,"bill_number":"H777","title":"Relative to the town of Chatham conservation commission and land within the town of Harwich","description":"Relativerelative to the purchase of conservation land located in the town of Harwich. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2014-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H777/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H777","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502567,"bill_number":"H778","title":"To protect the rights of municipalities and districts","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Management Act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4431","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H778/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H778","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502568,"bill_number":"H779","title":"Relative to an underground storage tank petroleum product cleanup fund","description":"For legislation to establish an Underground Storage Tank Petroleum Product Cleanup Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H779/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H779","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":502569,"bill_number":"H780","title":"Relative to areas of critical environmental concern","description":"Relativerelative to areas of critical environmental concern. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4398","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H780/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H780","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":502570,"bill_number":"H781","title":"Relative to septic systems in manufactured housing","description":"Relativerelative to septic systems in manufactured housing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4424","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H781/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H781","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":502571,"bill_number":"H782","title":"Authorizing owners to utilize products from cows or goats","description":"For legislation to exempt the personal use of milk and raw milk products by owners of cows and goats from certain laws governing the use of said products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4481","last_action_date":"2014-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H782/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H782","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":502572,"bill_number":"H783","title":"Relative to mosquito control","description":"Relativerelative to mosquito control and aerial spraying in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4055","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H783/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H783","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502573,"bill_number":"H784","title":"Resolve to protect and preserve family camping in Massachusetts","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve to protect and preserve family camping in Massachusetts By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be directed to revise regulations to protect and preserve the camping industry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3462","last_action_date":"2013-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H784/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H784","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":502574,"bill_number":"H785","title":"Establishing a Mystic River water quality commission","description":"For legislation to establish a Mystic River water quality commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study of the conditions of said river for fishing, boating and swimming. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4302","last_action_date":"2014-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H785/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H785","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502575,"bill_number":"H786","title":"Reducing human exposure to particulate matter pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce human exposure to particulate matter pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4321","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H786/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H786","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502576,"bill_number":"H787","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic bag use through regulations and incentives. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4423","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H787/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H787","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502577,"bill_number":"H788","title":"To protect our drinking water from hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to to protect drinking water from hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3796","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H788/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H788","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502578,"bill_number":"H789","title":"Protecting school children from environmental toxins","description":"Bill Title: An Act protecting school children from environmental toxins By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others that the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Public Health develop health risk assessment guidelines of proposed school construction sites. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4321","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H789/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H789","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":502579,"bill_number":"H790","title":"Relative to the licensing of a certain facility by the Department of Environmental Protection","description":"For legislation to prohibit licensing by the Department of Environmental Protection of a third burner at the Wheelabrator facility in the town of Saugus. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H790/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H790","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502580,"bill_number":"H791","title":"To prohibit licensing by the Department of Environmental Protection at the Wheelabrator facility in the town of Saugus","description":"Relative to the licensing of a third burner at the Wheelabrator facility in the town of Saugus. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H791/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H791","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502581,"bill_number":"H792","title":"To repower Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a special task force to study interim and longer-term actions necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4321","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H792/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H792","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502582,"bill_number":"H793","title":"Establishing a trust fund within the department of conservation and recreation for the planting of trees","description":"For legislation to establish a trust fund within the Department of Conservation and Recreation for the planting of trees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H793/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H793","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502583,"bill_number":"H794","title":"Relative to access to the Hollingsworth Dam","description":"Relative to access to the Hollingsworth Dam By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia and David Hodgdon that the Department of Conservation and Recreation build a public access around Hollingsworth Dam in the Neponset River in the Hyde Park section of the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H794/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H794","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502584,"bill_number":"H795","title":"Providing for the maintenance of the Neponset River for the health and safety of the public","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for the maintenance of the Neponset River for the health and safety of the public By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia and David Hodgdon that the Department of Conservation and Recreation perform regular review and maintenance of the Neponset River in the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4400","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H795/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H795","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502585,"bill_number":"H796","title":"Making an appropriation for the fiscal year 2014 to provide for funding of certain footpaths and trails","description":"Relative to the maintenance of certain footpaths and trails at the Blue Hills Reservation and the Neponset Reservation. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4400","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H797/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H797","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":502587,"bill_number":"H798","title":"Protecting the viability of farms in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the viability of farms and farming in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4055","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H798/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H798","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":502588,"bill_number":"H799","title":"Relative to nitrogen impaired embayments","description":"Relative to nitrogen impaired embayments By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of Paul A. Schmid, III and others that coastal estuary or embayment watersheds impaired due to nitrogen pollution be deemed to be nitrogen sensitive areas. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H799/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H799","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":502589,"bill_number":"H800","title":"Relative to buffer zones on land under the agricultural restriction program","description":"Relativerelative to buffer zones on land under the agricultural restriction program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4489","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H800/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H800","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":502590,"bill_number":"H801","title":"To promote the reduction of green house gas emissions and to reduce the use of fossil fuels for vehicles in the Commonwealth.","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote the reduction of green house gas emissions and to reduce the use of fossil fuels for vehicles in the Commonwealth. By Mr. Smizik of Brookline, a petition of Frank I. Smizik and others for the establishment of a clean vehicle emissions incentive program within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H801/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H801","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502591,"bill_number":"H802","title":"Relative to mercury added thermostats","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale and disposal of mercury added thermostats. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S388","last_action_date":"2013-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H802/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H802","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502593,"bill_number":"H803","title":"To require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products","description":"For legislation to require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S386","last_action_date":"2013-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H803/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H803","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502594,"bill_number":"H804","title":"Preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion","description":"Relative to preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H804/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H804","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502595,"bill_number":"H805","title":"To mitigate water resource impacts","description":"For legislation to establish a sustainable water resource fund to mitigate water shortages. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H805/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H805","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502596,"bill_number":"H806","title":"Relative to streamflow standards","description":"For legislation to develop science-based stream-flow standards. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4417","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H806/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H806","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502597,"bill_number":"H807","title":"Relative to expanding resource efficiency in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote efficiency in the use of certain natural resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3950","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H807/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H807","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502598,"bill_number":"H808","title":"Relative to the labeling of genetically engineered food","description":"Relativerelative to the labeling of genetically engineered food. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3996","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H808/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H808","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502599,"bill_number":"H809","title":"Relative to the hunting of bear","description":"Relativerelative to illegal bear hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4392","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H809/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H809","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502600,"bill_number":"H810","title":"Requiring Recycling of Lead Acid Batteries","description":"For legislation to require the recycling of lead acid batteries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H810/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H810","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502601,"bill_number":"H811","title":"Relative to the conservation of Atlantic striped bass","description":"Relativerelative to the atlantic striped bass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H811/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H811","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502602,"bill_number":"H812","title":"Protecting the legal harvest of striped bass","description":"Relative to the striped bass population. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H812/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H812","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502603,"bill_number":"H813","title":"Relative to the labeling of seed","description":"Relativerelative to the labeling of plant seeds. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3996","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H813/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H813","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":502604,"bill_number":"H814","title":"Relative to producer responsibility for mercury-added lamps","description":"Relative to producer responsibility for mercury-added lamps By Representative Story of Amherst and Senator McGee, a joint petition of Ellen Story, Thomas M. McGee and others that manufacturers of mercury-added lamps implement a recycling program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4055","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H814/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H814","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":502605,"bill_number":"H815","title":"To authorize the Department of Food and Agriculture to expend a certain sum of money for integrated pest management and control of invasive plants","description":"Bill Title: An Act to authorize the Department of Food and Agriculture to expend a certain sum of money for integrated pest management and control of invasive plants By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus that the Department of Food and Agriculture be authorized to expend a certain sum of money for integrated pest management and control of invasive plants. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4439","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H815","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":502606,"bill_number":"H816","title":"Relative to dam repair, removal and replacement","description":"Relativerelative to dam repair, removal and replacement environmental concerns. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4453","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H818/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H818","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":502609,"bill_number":"H819","title":"Relative to the preservation of Fowl Meadow","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of property owned by the Commonwealth and part of the Blue Hills Reservation referred to as Fowl Meadow. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4453","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H820/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H820","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":502611,"bill_number":"H821","title":"Relative to vegetation management","description":"Relativerelative to vegetation control and no-spray agreements with municipalities and water districts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4468","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H821/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H821","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":502612,"bill_number":"H822","title":"Exempting towns from certain fees","description":"Relative to exempting cities and towns from fees from the Massachusetts Oil and Hazardous Material Release Prevention and Response Act. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4469","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H823/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H823","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502614,"bill_number":"H824","title":"Relative to hunting or trapping on private land","description":"Relativerelative to hunting or trapping on private land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4392","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H824/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H824","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502615,"bill_number":"H825","title":"Regulating the disposal of prescription medication","description":"Relative to regulating the disposal of prescription medication. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4395","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H825/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H825","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502616,"bill_number":"H826","title":"Protecting sunlight in certain public parks","description":"For legislation to regulate the construction of buildings and structures that would cast shadows on certain public parks . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4398","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H826/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H826","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502617,"bill_number":"H827","title":"Relative to sidewalk safety","description":"Relativerelative to the illumination of locations under the control of the Division of Urban Parks and Recreation. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4431","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H827/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H827","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502618,"bill_number":"H828","title":"Prohibiting the sale, installation and disposal of mercury thermostats","description":"Relative to prohibiting the sale, installation and disposal of mercury thermostats. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S388","last_action_date":"2013-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H828/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H828","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502619,"bill_number":"H829","title":"Protecting groundwater levels","description":"For legislation to protect groundwater. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4055","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H829/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H829","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":502620,"bill_number":"H830","title":"To reduce duplicative permitting in septic system upgrades","description":"For legislation to reduce duplicate permitting in septic system upgrades. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4424","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H830/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H830","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":502622,"bill_number":"H831","title":"Reforming the process of appraising motor vehicle damage covered by auto insurance policies","description":"For legislation to abolish the Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board within the Division of Insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H831/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H831","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"}, {"bill_id":502623,"bill_number":"H832","title":"Authorizing insurance providers to extend motor vehicle liability insurance rebates to customers with safe driving records","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing insurance providers to extend motor vehicle liability insurance rebates to customers with safe driving records By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that insurance companies be authorized to extend rebates to clients with safe driving records. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H832/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H832","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502624,"bill_number":"H833","title":"Providing mortgage customers additional mandatory information regarding their accounts","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing mortgage customers additional mandatory information regarding their accounts By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that banking and lending institutions be required to issue certain information on monthly statements to mortgage loan customers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H833/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H833","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502625,"bill_number":"H834","title":"Relative to arbitration for automobile insurance property damage","description":"Relativerelative to arbitration with insurance companies for property damages to motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H834/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H834","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502626,"bill_number":"H835","title":"Relative to the continuity of care of mental health treatment","description":"Relativerelative to the continuity of care of mental health treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H835/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H835","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502627,"bill_number":"H836","title":"Requiring mental health parity for disability policies","description":"Relative to the effect of certain behavioral health disorders on certain disability insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4131","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H836/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H836","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502628,"bill_number":"H837","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in the issuance of certain insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H837/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H837","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502629,"bill_number":"H838","title":"Providing for equitable coverage in disability policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in the issuance of group or individual disability, accident or sickness insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H838/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H838","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502630,"bill_number":"H839","title":"To facilitate access to individual health insurance","description":"For legislation to facilitate access to individual health insurance. 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H840/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H840","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502632,"bill_number":"H841","title":"Related to collection of health care co-insurance and deductibles","description":"For legislation to require a carrier to recover all co-insurance and deductible amounts due from patients for covered services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4024","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H841/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H841","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502633,"bill_number":"H842","title":"Relative to self-storage insurance","description":"For legislation to authorize operators of self-storage facilities to become self-storage insurance agents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H842/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H842","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502634,"bill_number":"H843","title":"Relative to notice of payment for services","description":"Relativerelative to insurance companies notifying service providers of payments for claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H843/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H843","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502635,"bill_number":"H844","title":"Requiring the Commissioner of Insurance to study the labor rates paid by auto insurers for the repair of damaged motor vehicles and the laws governing the repair of damaged motor vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring the Commissioner of Insurance to study the labor rates paid by auto insurers for the repair of damaged motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H844/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H844","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502636,"bill_number":"H845","title":"Relative to preventing fraud","description":"Relativerelative to preventing fraud in life, accident and health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4462","last_action_date":"2014-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H845/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H845","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502637,"bill_number":"H846","title":"Relative to physical therapy","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for physical therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H846/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H846","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":502638,"bill_number":"H847","title":"Relative to promoting women's health","description":"For legislation to provide that cytologic screenings performed at the same time as annual physical examinations be separately billed by health care providers and paid by insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading, with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2014-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H847/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H847","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":502639,"bill_number":"H848","title":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges","description":"Relativerelative to the payment of interest on refunded motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H848/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H848","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":502640,"bill_number":"H849","title":"Relative to mental health insurance","description":"Relativerelative to mental health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H849/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H849","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502641,"bill_number":"H850","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"Relativerelative to public funds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H850/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H850","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502642,"bill_number":"H851","title":"Relative to the annual list of permissible bank investments","description":"Relativerelative to the annual list of permissible bank investments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3912","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H851/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H851","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502643,"bill_number":"H852","title":"Relative to the list of legal investments prepared by the Commissioner of Banks for credit unions","description":"Relativerelative to the list of legal investments prepared by the Commissioner of Banks for credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3912","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H852/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H852","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502644,"bill_number":"H853","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts Credit Union Share Insurance Corporation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4025","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H853/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H853","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502645,"bill_number":"H854","title":"Relative to requiring insurance for taxicabs and commercial vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to requiring owners of commercial vehicles and taxicabs to maintain a certain amount of liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H854/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H854","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502646,"bill_number":"H855","title":"To correct uninsured motorist coverage anomaly for listed operators","description":"Relative to uninsured motor vehicle operator insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H855/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H855","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502647,"bill_number":"H856","title":"To protect consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds","description":"For legislation to provide information to consumers in the issuance of automobile insurance policies and bonds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H856/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H856","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502648,"bill_number":"H857","title":"To repeal no fault motor vehicle insurance","description":"For legislation to repeal certain personal injury protection motor vehicle insurance laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H857/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H857","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502649,"bill_number":"H858","title":"Relative to communications between health insurers and patients","description":"Relativerelative to communications between health insurers and patients concerning end of life treatment options. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H858/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H858","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":502650,"bill_number":"H859","title":"Requiring the raising of the minimum for property damage","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum property damage liability insurance required on motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H859/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H859","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":502651,"bill_number":"H860","title":"To protect consumers of homeowner's insurance","description":"Relative to the sale of homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H860/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H860","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":502652,"bill_number":"H861","title":"Eliminating the need for medical reauthorization for coverage of nonprescription enteral formula","description":"Relative to the coverage of nonprescription enteral formulas. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H861/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H861","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":502653,"bill_number":"H862","title":"Relative to the use and payment of ambulance services.","description":"Relativerelative to insurance reimbursements for emergency ambulance service. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H862/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H862","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502654,"bill_number":"H863","title":"Relative to payment for use of ambulance services","description":"Relativerelative to insurance payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H862","last_action_date":"2013-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H863/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H863","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502656,"bill_number":"H864","title":"Increasing coverage on certain insurance policies","description":"Relative to providing insurance policies covering the subscriber plus an individual. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H864/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H864","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502657,"bill_number":"H865","title":"Relative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates","description":"Relativerelative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H865/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H865","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502658,"bill_number":"H866","title":"To require financial institutions to pay late fees when it fails to conduct an electronic transfer","description":"For legislation to require financial institutions to pay late fees upon failure to conduct electronic transfers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H866/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H866","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502659,"bill_number":"H867","title":"Hospital indemnity insurance policies","description":"Relative to hospital indemnity insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3730","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H867/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H867","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":502660,"bill_number":"H868","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage","description":"For legislation to further regulate the canceling of insurance coverage for non-payment of premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H868/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H868","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":502661,"bill_number":"H869","title":"Relative to insurance company rebates","description":"Relativerelative to insurance company rebates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H869/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H869","sponsor":"Thomas Conroy"}, {"bill_id":502662,"bill_number":"H870","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"Relativerelative to continuing education of insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H870/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H870","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":502663,"bill_number":"H871","title":"Establishing uniform enforcement provisions and making other changes applicable to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing uniform enforcement provisions and making other changes applicable to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks By Mr. Costello of Newburyport, a petition of Michael A. Costello and James M. Murphy establishing uniform enforcement provisions and making other changes applicable to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H871/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H871","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502664,"bill_number":"H872","title":"Relative to certain actions and transactions before the Board of Bank Incorporation and the Commissioner of Banks","description":"Relativerelative to certain actions by and transactions before the Board of Bank Incorporation and the Commissioner of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H872/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H872","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502665,"bill_number":"H873","title":"Relative to certain banking laws","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing the Commissioner of Banks to participate in a nationwide licensing system for certain debt collectors and making technical corrections to certain banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H873/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H873","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502666,"bill_number":"H874","title":"Relative to certain regulations of the Division of Banks.","description":"Relativerelative to certain regulations of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4154","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H874/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H874","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502667,"bill_number":"H875","title":"Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to Division of Banks licensing and supervision of debt management services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3569","last_action_date":"2013-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H875/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H875","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502668,"bill_number":"H876","title":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks","description":"Relativerelative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4246","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H876/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H876","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502669,"bill_number":"H877","title":"Relative to confidentiality of examination reports of the Division of Banks","description":"Relativerelative to confidentiality of examination reports of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H877/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H877","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502670,"bill_number":"H878","title":"Relative to the property and casualty actuarial opinion act","description":"Relativerelative to further regulating companies domiciled in the Commonwealth that are required to submit statements of actuarial opinion. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4323","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H878/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H878","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502671,"bill_number":"H879","title":"Relative to confidentiality in financial examinations","description":"Relativerelative to confidentiality in financial examinations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4324","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H879/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H879","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502672,"bill_number":"H880","title":"Relative to continuing education requirement for insurance producers","description":"Relativerelative to continuing education requirement for insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H880/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H880","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502673,"bill_number":"H881","title":"Relative to credit for reinsurance requirements","description":"Relativerelative to credit for reinsurance requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4030","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H881/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H881","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502674,"bill_number":"H882","title":"Relative to insurance holding companies","description":"Relativerelative to insurance holding companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4214","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H882/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H882","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502675,"bill_number":"H883","title":"Relative to public employer self-insurance","description":"Relativerelative to public employer self-insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4155","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H883/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H883","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502676,"bill_number":"H884","title":"Relative to aggregation of insurance rating factors","description":"Relativerelative to aggregation of insurance rating factors. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H884/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H884","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502677,"bill_number":"H885","title":"Relative to non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed funds","description":"Relativerelative to the liability of lending institutions for failure to disburse escrow funds to pay any tax or insurance premiums. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H885/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H885","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502678,"bill_number":"H886","title":"Relative to the anti-arson application for dwelling policies","description":"Relativerelative to applications for insurance against loss or damage to a building by fire. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H886/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H886","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502679,"bill_number":"H887","title":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents","description":"For legislation relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H887/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H887","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502680,"bill_number":"H888","title":"Relative to secured lending by the Federal Home Loan Bank","description":"Relativerelative to secured lending by the Federal Home Loan Bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3810","last_action_date":"2013-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H888/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H888","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502681,"bill_number":"H889","title":"To define the use of observation services","description":"Relative to clinically appropriate ongoing short term treatment, assessment and reassessment health care observation services coverage and assistance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H889/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H889","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502682,"bill_number":"H890","title":"Further regulating consumer leasing","description":"Relative to further regulating consumer leasing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H890/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H890","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502683,"bill_number":"H891","title":"Relative to the list of legal investments prepared by the Commissioner of Banks","description":"Relativerelative to the list of legal investments prepared by the Commissioner of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3954","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H891/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H891","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502684,"bill_number":"H892","title":"Relative to the definition of risk management services","description":"Relativerelative to further defining valuable consideration or inducement in insurance risk management services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3540","last_action_date":"2013-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H892/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H892","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502685,"bill_number":"H893","title":"Modernizing the banking laws and enhancing the competitiveness of state-chartered banks","description":"Relative to the investment of municipal trust funds, including cemetery perpetual care funds, the modernizing the banking laws and enhancing the competitiveness of state-chartered banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3881","last_action_date":"2014-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H893/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H893","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502686,"bill_number":"H894","title":"Relative to the public reporting of hospital margins","description":"Relativerelative to the public reporting of hospital margins. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H894/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H894","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":502688,"bill_number":"H895","title":"Relative to motor vehicle surcharges","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of geographic locations in determining risk classifications relative to motor vehicle surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H895/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H895","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"}, {"bill_id":502689,"bill_number":"H896","title":"Relative to motor vehicle premiums.","description":"Relative to motor vehicle premiums. By Mr. Devers of Lawrence, a petition of Marcos A. Devers that non-moving violations shall not be considered surchargeable incidents under the motor vehicle insurance law. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H896/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H896","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"}, {"bill_id":502690,"bill_number":"H897","title":"Relative to motor vehicle operator insurance records","description":"Relativerelative to the length of time motor vehicle infractions remain on insurance records. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H897/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H897","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"}, {"bill_id":502691,"bill_number":"H898","title":"Providing for homeowner consolidation and relief.","description":"For legislation to provide mortgage consolidation and relief. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H898/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H898","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":502692,"bill_number":"H899","title":"Relative to insurance vehicle surcharges","description":"Relativerelative to vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H899/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H899","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":502693,"bill_number":"H900","title":"Relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers.","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H900/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H900","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":502694,"bill_number":"H901","title":"To require health care coverage for medically necessary treatment for speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, disease, illness, injury, or bodily dysfunction which are required by a students individual educational program","description":"For legislation to require health care coverage for certain medically necessary therapy or treatment required by students. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H901/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H901","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502695,"bill_number":"H902","title":"Relative to false, fraudulent, or misleading statements","description":"Relativerelative to false, fraudulent, or misleading statements concerning medical examinations in life insurance applications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H902/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H902","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":502696,"bill_number":"H903","title":"Relative to prescription eye drops","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for prescription eye drops. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H903/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H903","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"}, {"bill_id":502697,"bill_number":"H904","title":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance charges","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H904/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H904","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":502698,"bill_number":"H905","title":"Relative to the electronic submission of claims","description":"Relativerelative to the electronic submission of insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H905/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H905","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":502699,"bill_number":"H906","title":"Strengthening patient health care networks","description":"Relative to certain health insurance benefit levels for services rendered by non-preferred providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H906/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H906","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":502700,"bill_number":"H907","title":"Relative to payment for services","description":"For legislation to authorize insurance companies to pay claims directly to service providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H907/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H907","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":502701,"bill_number":"H908","title":"Protecting consumers from unsolicited loans","description":"Relative to protecting consumers from unsolicited loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H908/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H908","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":502702,"bill_number":"H909","title":"Relative to short-term disability insurance disclosure","description":"For legislation to include childbirth under insurance policies providing for diability income. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H909/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H909","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":502703,"bill_number":"H910","title":"Relating to the medical professional mutual insurance company","description":"Relative to the payment of dividends by the Medical Professional Mutual Insurance Company. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H910/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H910","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":502704,"bill_number":"H911","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for homeowner heating safety and remediation of oil spills","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for homeowner heating safety and remediation of oil spills. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3912","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H911/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H911","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":502705,"bill_number":"H912","title":"Regarding senior citizen buy in program for health care","description":"For legislation to require health insurers to offer certain parents and parents-in-law a health insurance buy-in plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H912/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H912","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":502706,"bill_number":"H913","title":"Relative to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance","description":"Relativerelative to the cash deposit required in lieu of liability bond or insurance upon application for motor vehicle registration or renewal. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H913/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H913","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502707,"bill_number":"H914","title":"Increasing the mandatory minimum bodily injury insurance requirements for commercial vehicles","description":"For legislation to increase the mandatory minimum bodily injury insurance requirements for commercial vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H914/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H914","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502708,"bill_number":"H915","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Relative to providing for health insurance coverage for certain prescriptions and medical treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H915/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H915","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502709,"bill_number":"H916","title":"To provide early and periodic screening, diagnosis and treatment to privately insured children under the age of 21","description":"Relative to coverage standards for children under private insurance . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H916/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H916","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502710,"bill_number":"H917","title":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver insurance plan","description":"Relativerelative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver motor vehicle insurance plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H917/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H917","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":502711,"bill_number":"H918","title":"Concerning the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines pertaining to dogs harbored upon the insured property","description":"Relative to the use of certain insurance underwriting guidelines for homeowners with dogs living on such insured property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H918/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H918","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502712,"bill_number":"H919","title":"Relative to a stay of surcharge pending appeal hearing","description":"For legislation to authorize the stay of surcharges under the motor vehicle insurance laws until the final disposition of appeals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H919/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H919","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502713,"bill_number":"H920","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H920/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H920","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":502714,"bill_number":"H921","title":"Improving access to rehabilitation counseling","description":"For legislation to include licensed rehabilitation counselors in the definition of licensed mental health professionals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H921/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H921","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":502715,"bill_number":"H922","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts life and health insurance guaranty association law","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts life and health insurance guaranty association law. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4505","last_action_date":"2014-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H922/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H922","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"}, {"bill_id":502716,"bill_number":"H923","title":"Relative to a mandated benefit advisory commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to be known as the Massachusetts minimum creditable coverage advisory commission to investigate and study various aspects of health insurance in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H923/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H923","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502717,"bill_number":"H924","title":"Relative to administrative simplification","description":"Relativerelative to determinations of medical necessity by insurance carriers or utilization review organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H924/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H924","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502719,"bill_number":"H925","title":"Relative to mandated benefits","description":"Relativerelative to mandated health insurance coverage for specific health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H925/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H925","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502720,"bill_number":"H926","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H926/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H926","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502721,"bill_number":"H927","title":"Relative to the equitable assessment of bank fees","description":"Relativerelative to the equitable assessment of banking fees imposed on accounts for personal, family or household purposes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H927/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H927","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502722,"bill_number":"H928","title":"Relative to the health insurance of children of divorced parents","description":"Relativerelative to the health insurance of children of divorced parents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H928/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H928","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502723,"bill_number":"H929","title":"Relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts.","description":"Relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts. By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that health insurance policies that cover infantile cataract surgery provide coverage for aphakic lenses for treatment and rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H929/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H929","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502724,"bill_number":"H930","title":"Relative to the cancellation of certain health insurance policies","description":"Relativerelative to the cancellation of certain health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H930/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H930","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502725,"bill_number":"H931","title":"Relative to mastectomies","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance coverage for mastectomies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H931/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H931","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502727,"bill_number":"H932","title":"Relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment","description":"Relativerelative to anesthesia insurance coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H932/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H932","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502728,"bill_number":"H933","title":"Relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance for human service providers and their employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H933/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H933","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502729,"bill_number":"H934","title":"Act relative to a long term care partnership program","description":"Relative to a long term care partnership program By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition of Kay Khan and others that the Division of Insurance submit a plan providing for a long term care insurance partnership program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H934/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H934","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502730,"bill_number":"H935","title":"Relative to health care consumer protection","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of consumers in the purchasing and administration of health care insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H935/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H935","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502731,"bill_number":"H936","title":"To further define adverse determinations by insurers","description":"For legislation to further define adverse determinations by insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H936/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H936","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502732,"bill_number":"H937","title":"Providing for certain standards in health care insurance coverage for eating disorders","description":"Relative to requiring that certain health insurance policies include coverage for eating disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H937/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H937","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502733,"bill_number":"H938","title":"Declaring Greater Responsibility in Lending and the Cancellation of Secured and/or Unsecured Debts Owed to Financial Institutions by the Homeowners of Massachusetts and For Other Purposes.","description":"Relative to a moratorium on certain foreclosures of mortgages. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H938/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H938","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502734,"bill_number":"H939","title":"Relative to consumer choice of nurse midwifery services","description":"Relativerelative to requiring insurance carriers to recognize nurse midwives as participating providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H939/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H939","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502735,"bill_number":"H940","title":"Relative to the withdrawal of funds from retirement accounts","description":"Relativerelative to the withdrawal of funds from retirement accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H940/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H940","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502736,"bill_number":"H941","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for Devic's Disease","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance coverage for Devic's Disease. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H941/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H941","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502737,"bill_number":"H942","title":"Relative to homeowner insurance","description":"Relativerelative to homeowner insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H942/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H942","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502738,"bill_number":"H943","title":"Providing insurance coverage to certain spouses.","description":"For legislation to prohibit insurance companies from denying policies for innocent spouses of criminals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H943/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H943","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":502739,"bill_number":"H944","title":"Establishing a consumer bill of rights in tiered and reduced network health plans","description":"Relative to the rights of patients in tiered and reduced network health insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H944/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H944","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502740,"bill_number":"H945","title":"Curtailing smoking addiction","description":"Relative to requiring certain insurance policies to include coverage for nicotine based and non-nicotine based smoking cessation products. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H945/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H945","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":502741,"bill_number":"H946","title":"Ensuring fairness in deductible rates set by the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association","description":"Relative to deductible rates set by the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association for damages caused by windstorms or hail. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H946/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H946","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":502742,"bill_number":"H947","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure mediation program within the Office of Public Collaboration at the University of Massachusetts at Boston to offer alternative to forclosures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H947/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H947","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":502743,"bill_number":"H948","title":"To expand coverage and access to behavioral health services","description":"For legislation to expand coverage and access to behavioral health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H948/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H948","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502744,"bill_number":"H949","title":"Relative to encouraging volunteerism for non-profit organizations providing transportation options for seniors","description":"Relativerelative to the classification of risk for volunteer drivers for non-profit organizations providing transportation options for senior citizens. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H949/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H949","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":502745,"bill_number":"H950","title":"Relative to third party administrators","description":"Relativerelative to third party life, disability, workers’ compensation, annuity, or health coverage administrators. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H950/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H950","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":502746,"bill_number":"H951","title":"Relative to insurance companies and quality measures","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment of physician evaluation programs by insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H951/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H951","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":502747,"bill_number":"H952","title":"Providing additional consumer protections in the repair of damaged motor vehicles","description":"Relative to providing additional consumer protections in the repair of damaged motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H952/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H952","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":502748,"bill_number":"H953","title":"Relative to auto insurance reinspection requirements.","description":"Relativerelative to the re-inspection of certain repaired motor vehicles by damage appraisers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H953/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H953","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":502749,"bill_number":"H954","title":"Relative to the conversion of group life policies","description":"Relativerelative to the conversion of certain group life insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H954/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H954","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":502750,"bill_number":"H955","title":"Regulating portable electronics insurance","description":"Relative to regulating insurance for portable electronic devices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3541","last_action_date":"2013-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H955/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H955","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502751,"bill_number":"H956","title":"Concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for the use of electronic tracking devices to protect the safety of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Alzheimer's Disease. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H956/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H956","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":502752,"bill_number":"H957","title":"To encourage full insurance coverage of claims","description":"For legislation to authorize insurance companies to withhold payments for punitive, exemplary or multiple damages unless provided for in the contract. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H957/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H957","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":502754,"bill_number":"H958","title":"Relating to fire insurance","description":"Relative to the payment of fire insurance claims on real estate losses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H958/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H958","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":502755,"bill_number":"H959","title":"Relative to FAIR plan credits and assessments","description":"Relativerelative to joint underwriting associations and the excise imposed on its members. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H959/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H959","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":502756,"bill_number":"H960","title":"To prevent inappropriate denials for medically necessary services","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H960/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H960","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":502757,"bill_number":"H961","title":"Waiving bank fees for the disabled","description":"For legislation to waive bank fees for disabled persons. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H961/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H961","sponsor":"Rhonda Nyman"}, {"bill_id":502758,"bill_number":"H962","title":"Relative to credit union branching","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment and regulation of credit union branches. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4031","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H962/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H962","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":502759,"bill_number":"H963","title":"Relative to Massachusetts homeowners’ insurance rate filings","description":"Relativerelative to homeowners insurance rate filings that include charges for expected hurricane losses or catastrophes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H963/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H963","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":502760,"bill_number":"H964","title":"To add a compulsory death benefit to automobile liability insurance","description":"For legislation to add a compulsory death benefit to automobile liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H964/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H964","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502761,"bill_number":"H965","title":"Authorizing charitable life insurance policies","description":"For legislation to allow the designation of a donor's retirement account as a collateral assignee of certain life insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H965/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H965","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":502762,"bill_number":"H966","title":"To facilitate insurance markets and to lower costs for consumers","description":"Relative to insurance policies and contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H966/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H966","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":502763,"bill_number":"H967","title":"Further regulating insurance benefits.","description":"For legislation to further regulate insurance benefits for chiropractic services under the law relative to health maintenance organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H967/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H967","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502764,"bill_number":"H968","title":"Further regulating insurance benefits.","description":"Relative to accidental sickness insurance coverage for annual physicals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H968/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H968","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502765,"bill_number":"H969","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Insurance to set labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H969/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H969","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502766,"bill_number":"H970","title":"Relative to ambulance services","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H970/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H970","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":502767,"bill_number":"H971","title":"Relative to banks and banking","description":"Relativerelative to consolidations and mergers of certain financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H971/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H971","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502768,"bill_number":"H972","title":"To prohibit the issuance of mortgages to persons convicted of arson","description":"For legislation to prohibit the issuance of mortgages to persons convicted of arson. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H972/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H972","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502769,"bill_number":"H973","title":"Relative to greater fairness in insurance","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain discretionary authority by insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4462","last_action_date":"2014-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H973/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H973","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502770,"bill_number":"H974","title":"Relative to providing insurance coverage for breast cancer screening","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for magnetic resonance imaging for certain persons for the detection of breast cancer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H974/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H974","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502771,"bill_number":"H975","title":"To include fluoride varnish service in all health insurance coverage in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to requiring fluoride varnish service coverage in all health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H975/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H975","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502772,"bill_number":"H976","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H976/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H976","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502773,"bill_number":"H977","title":"Providing for care and treatment of patients with mitochondrial disease","description":"Relative to insurance coverage and payment for prescribed treatment for mitochondrial disease. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H977/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H977","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502774,"bill_number":"H978","title":"Relative to pre-authorization of medical and health care services","description":"For legislation to further regulate the payments by health care carries. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H978/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H978","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502775,"bill_number":"H979","title":"To provide coverage for hearing aids","description":"For legislation provide health benefit plan coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H979/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H979","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502776,"bill_number":"H980","title":"To provide hearing aid coverage for persons with profound hearing loss","description":"For legislation to provide hearing aid coverage for persons with profound hearing loss. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H980/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H980","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502777,"bill_number":"H981","title":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations","description":"For legislation relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2156","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H981/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H981","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502778,"bill_number":"H982","title":"Relative to increasing choice for dental patients","description":"Relativerelative to increasing treatment choices in dental insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H982/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H982","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502779,"bill_number":"H983","title":"To limit retroactive denials of dental insurance claims","description":"Relative to limiting retroactive denials of dental insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H983/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H983","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502780,"bill_number":"H984","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for PANDAS/PANS","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H984/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H984","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502781,"bill_number":"H985","title":"Providing consumer choice and environmental protection by authorizing pay by the mile auto insurance","description":"Relative to providing for pay by the mile motor vehicle insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H985/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H985","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502783,"bill_number":"H986","title":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment","description":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment By Mr. Sciortino of Medford, a petition of Carl M. Sciortino, Jr. and others that group and non-group insurance plans cover medical or drug treatments to correct or repair disturbances of body composition caused by HIV-associated lipodystrophy syndrome. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H986/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H986","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502784,"bill_number":"H987","title":"Requiring insurance companies to offer same coverage for manufactured housing.","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for manufactured housing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H987/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H987","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502785,"bill_number":"H988","title":"Requiring public viewing before auctioning housing units","description":"For legislation to require public viewing before auctioning housing units. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H988/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H988","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":502786,"bill_number":"H989","title":"Relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage","description":"Relativerelative to Lyme disease treatment coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4142","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H989/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H989","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502787,"bill_number":"H990","title":"Relative to moving vehicle violations","description":"For legislation to prohibit motor vehicle insurance surcharges for inspection violations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H990/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H990","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502788,"bill_number":"H991","title":"Relative to providing for the security of public deposits","description":"Relativerelative to establish a structure for qualifying public depositories and establishing rules for collaterizing of public deposits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H991/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H991","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502789,"bill_number":"H992","title":"To regulate real estate appraisal management companies","description":"For legislation to regulate real estate appraisal management companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3849","last_action_date":"2014-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H992/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H992","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502790,"bill_number":"H993","title":"Relative to certified occupational therapy assistants in the treatment of autism","description":"Relativerelative to certified occupational therapy assistants in the treatment of autism. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H993/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H993","sponsor":"David Sullivan"}, {"bill_id":502791,"bill_number":"H994","title":"Relative to long term care insurance","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the benefits payable in policies for long-term care insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H994/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H994","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":502792,"bill_number":"H995","title":"To improve access to alcohol and other drug clinical services","description":"Relative to the definition of licensed mental health professional under the insurance laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H995/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H995","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502793,"bill_number":"H996","title":"Relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers","description":"Relativerelative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H933","last_action_date":"2013-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H996/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H996","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502794,"bill_number":"H997","title":"Promoting consumer choice in health care","description":"For legislation to require insurance companies to reimburse licensed athletic trainers for certain services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H997/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H997","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502795,"bill_number":"H998","title":"Relative to municipal industrial financing authorities","description":"Relativerelative to bonds between municipalities and a corporate trustee. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H998/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H998","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502796,"bill_number":"H999","title":"Relative to colorectal cancer screenings","description":"Relativerelative to insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screenings and breast cancer screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H999/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H999","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502797,"bill_number":"H1000","title":"Relative to affordable health insurance","description":"Relativerelative to the approval of affordable health insurance contacts by the Commissioner of Insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1000/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1000","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":502798,"bill_number":"H1001","title":"Relative to direct contracting","description":"Relativerelative to health care provider excess spending. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1001/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1001","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502799,"bill_number":"H1002","title":"Relative to enhancing access to mental health treatment","description":"Relativerelative to health care plan decisions authorizing or denying access to care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3704","last_action_date":"2013-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1002/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1002","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502800,"bill_number":"H1003","title":"To control health care costs for individuals and small business in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mandated health benefit legislation. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1052/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1052","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":502852,"bill_number":"H1053","title":"To ensure effective health care cost control","description":"For legislation to compare cost savings under existing cost control laws to cost savings that could be achieved under a single payer health care system. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1059/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1059","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502859,"bill_number":"H1060","title":"Relative to MassHealth readmission payments","description":"Relativerelative to penalties assessed by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services for hospital readmissions. 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Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1062/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1062","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":502862,"bill_number":"H1063","title":"To improve the educational rewards grant program to assist low income workers","description":"Relative to workers’ pathways to self sufficiency. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3701","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1063/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1063","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":502863,"bill_number":"H1064","title":"Eliminating Form 901 reporting requirement","description":"Bill Title: An Act eliminating Form 901 reporting requirement By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and Jennifer E. Benson eliminating the Form 901 reporting requirement. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1064/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1064","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502864,"bill_number":"H1065","title":"Relative to public higher education","description":"Relativerelative to the finances and funding of public higher educational institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1065/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1065","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502865,"bill_number":"H1066","title":"To establish a finish line grant program to encourage college completion","description":"Relative to establishing the Great State of Mind Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1066/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1066","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502866,"bill_number":"H1067","title":"Supporting access and excellence in public higher education","description":"Bill Title: An Act supporting access and excellence in public higher education By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and others further regulating the public education nominating council and public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1067/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1067","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":502867,"bill_number":"H1068","title":"Relative to the education of Massachusetts veterans","description":"Relativerelative to tuition waivers for veterans. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1068/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1068","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502868,"bill_number":"H1069","title":"Relative to performance-based funding for the public system of higher education","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning performance-based funding for public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1069/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1069","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502869,"bill_number":"H1070","title":"Relative to the expansion of the valedictorian tuition waiver program in the public system of higher education","description":"Relativerelative to the expansion of the valedictorian tuition waiver program in the public system of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1070/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1070","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502870,"bill_number":"H1071","title":"Relative to preserving Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment of a Pioneer Valley Polish heritage institute at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1071/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1071","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":502871,"bill_number":"H1072","title":"Relative to tuition for U.S. veterans","description":"Relativerelative to residency requirements of veterans of the United States armed services for public higher education tuition benefits. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1072/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1072","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":502872,"bill_number":"H1073","title":"Relative to in-state tuition fairness","description":"Relativerelative to in-state tuition rates and fees at public institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1073/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1073","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":502873,"bill_number":"H1074","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency","description":"Relativerelative to borrowing by universities and community colleges through the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1074/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1074","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":502874,"bill_number":"H1075","title":"Relative to students serving in the military","description":"Relativerelative to financial penalties of active duty military personnel withdrawing from postsecondary courses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1075/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1075","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":502875,"bill_number":"H1076","title":"Relative to program approval","description":"For legislation to authorize certain private, nonprofit colleges or universities to offer or institute additional programs or degrees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3985","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1076/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1076","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":502876,"bill_number":"H1077","title":"Establishing an education loan repayment program for social workers in areas of need","description":"For legislation to establish a student loan repayment pilot program to be administered by the Board of Higher Education for licensed social workers. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1077/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1077","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":502877,"bill_number":"H1078","title":"Regarding tuition equity for high school graduates in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the eligibility of students for in-state tuition rates and fees at public higher educational institutions. 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Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1090/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1090","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502891,"bill_number":"H1091","title":"Relative to condominium elections","description":"Relativerelative to condominium elections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1091/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1091","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502892,"bill_number":"H1092","title":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law","description":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition of Matthew A. Beaton for an investigation by a special commission of the condominium laws. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1092/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1092","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":502893,"bill_number":"H1093","title":"Relative to elderly housing","description":"For legislation to regulate the width of stairways in housing constructed for elderly persons. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1093/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1093","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":502894,"bill_number":"H1094","title":"To further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities","description":"For legislation to further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities. 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Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1096/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1096","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502897,"bill_number":"H1097","title":"Relative to the designation of rental housing","description":"Relativerelative to the designation of rental housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1097/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1097","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":502898,"bill_number":"H1098","title":"Amending the definition of \"uneconomic\" in chapter 40B, so called","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1098/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1098","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502899,"bill_number":"H1099","title":"Relative to procedures of the housing appeals committee","description":"Relativerelative to meetings and procedures of the housing appeals committee. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1099/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1099","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502900,"bill_number":"H1100","title":"To promote local and regional affordable housing planning","description":"For legislation to promote local and regional affordable housing planning. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1100/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1100","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502901,"bill_number":"H1101","title":"Relative to members of a local housing authorities","description":"Relativerelative to members of a local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1101/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1101","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":502902,"bill_number":"H1102","title":"To further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities","description":"Relative to operations at local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1102/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1102","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":502903,"bill_number":"H1103","title":"Relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing","description":"Relativerelative to establishing an advisory commission (including members of the General Court) to study the best practices and safety protocols of state subsidized senior and non-elderly disabled housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4471","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1103/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1103","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":502904,"bill_number":"H1104","title":"Relative to affordable housing for veterans","description":"For legislation to grant preference to veterans in all state-aided housing projects in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1104/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1104","sponsor":"Thomas Conroy"}, {"bill_id":502905,"bill_number":"H1105","title":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of Salisbury","description":"Relativerelative to affordable housing in the town of Salisbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1105/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1105","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":502906,"bill_number":"H1106","title":"Providing for rent regulation and control of evictions in mobile home park accommodations in the town of Easton","description":"Relative to rent regulations and control of evictions in mobile home parks in the town of Easton. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1106/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1106","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"}, {"bill_id":502907,"bill_number":"H1107","title":"Relative to cost certification for certain housing projects","description":"For legislation to require audits of the costs of certain affordable housing projects. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1107/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1107","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":502908,"bill_number":"H1108","title":"Relative to the sale of manufactured housing communities","description":"Relativerelative to the sale of manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1108/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1108","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":502910,"bill_number":"H1109","title":"Relative to setting forth priority for state aided public housing and revision in the testacy laws of Massachusetts, also known as the low income persons’ autonomy act of 2013","description":"Relativerelative to the housing waiting list and statewide section 8 voucher program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1109/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1109","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":502911,"bill_number":"H1110","title":"Relative to capital relief in a counterclaim","description":"Relativerelative to relief in a tenant counterclaim. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1110/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1110","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":502912,"bill_number":"H1111","title":"To define affordable housing","description":"For legislation to include certain single family housing units and condominium units under the definition of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1111/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1111","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502913,"bill_number":"H1112","title":"Relative to the renting or leasing of illegal residential premises","description":"For legislation to further regulate the renting or leasing of illegal residential premises. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1112/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1112","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":502914,"bill_number":"H1113","title":"Relative to condo association meetings","description":"Relativerelative to meetings of condominium associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1113/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1113","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":502915,"bill_number":"H1114","title":"Relative to low and moderate income housing","description":"Relativerelative to certain changes concerning low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1114/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1114","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":502916,"bill_number":"H1115","title":"Relative to the definition of low and moderate income housing.","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1115/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1115","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":502917,"bill_number":"H1116","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relativerelative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1992","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1116/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1116","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":502918,"bill_number":"H1117","title":"Relative to a form of governance for the Boston Housing Authority","description":"Relativerelative to a form of governance for the Boston Housing Authority. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1117/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1117","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502919,"bill_number":"H1118","title":"Excluding payments for foster care in computing rent and determining eligibility for subsidized housing","description":"For legislation to exclude payments for foster care in computing rent and determining eligibility for subsidized housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1118/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1118","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502920,"bill_number":"H1119","title":"Promoting fair working standards in the production of housing","description":"For legislation to promote fair working standards in the production of housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1119/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1119","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502921,"bill_number":"H1120","title":"Relative to development of local housing authority surplus land","description":"Relativerelative to development of local housing authority surplus land. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1120/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1120","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502922,"bill_number":"H1121","title":"Relative to employer assisted housing","description":"Relativerelative to employer assisted housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1121/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1121","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502923,"bill_number":"H1122","title":"Relative to energy efficiency in affordable housing","description":"Relativerelative to promoting energy efficiency in affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1122/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1122","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502924,"bill_number":"H1123","title":"Relative to the department of housing and community development.","description":"Relativerelative to requiring the director of the Department of Housing and Community Development to submit an annual report on the number of housing starts in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1123/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1123","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502925,"bill_number":"H1124","title":"To encourage smart growth zoning and housing production","description":"For legislation to encourage smart growth zoning and housing production. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1124/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1124","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502926,"bill_number":"H1125","title":"To promote open space residential development","description":"Relative to requiring zoning ordinances or by-laws to provide for open space residential development. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1125/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1125","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502927,"bill_number":"H1126","title":"Establishing an apprentice training program for the rehabilitation of foreclosed properties","description":"For legislation to establish an apprentice training program for the rehabilitation of foreclosed properties within the Department of Housing and Community Development . Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4576","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1126/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1126","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502928,"bill_number":"H1127","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"For legislation to provide financing for the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3464","last_action_date":"2013-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1127/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1127","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":502929,"bill_number":"H1128","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions","description":"Relativerelative to public housing restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1128/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1128","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502930,"bill_number":"H1129","title":"Relative to zoning density","description":"Relative to zoning density By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that cities and towns be authorized to increase the density of property zoned for residential usage to provide additional affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1129/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1129","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502931,"bill_number":"H1130","title":"Relative to streamlining permitting for housing","description":"For legislation to expedite the permitting process for housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1130/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1130","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502932,"bill_number":"H1131","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relativerelative to the withholding of rents and the establishment of rent escrow accounts by tenants for code violations by landlords. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1131/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1131","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502933,"bill_number":"H1132","title":"Relative to affordable housing and the preservation of a community's water resources","description":"Relativerelative to affordable housing and the preservation of community water resources. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1132/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1132","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502934,"bill_number":"H1133","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions for sex offenders","description":"For legislation to require local housing authorities to deny certain convicted sex offenders access to state-subsidized public housing facilities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1133/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1133","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502935,"bill_number":"H1134","title":"Authorizing limited rate of growth controls and to promote housing production","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain restrictions on housing development or building permits under zoning ordinances in cities and towns. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1134/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1134","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":502936,"bill_number":"H1135","title":"Relative to a lottery for 40B housing residents","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a lottery process in selecting buyers and/or renters for low and moderate income housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1135/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1135","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":502937,"bill_number":"H1136","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Housing Authority","description":"For legislation to require the posting of certain contact information of municipal housing authority commissioners. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1136/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1136","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":502938,"bill_number":"H1137","title":"Relative to defining affordable housing under chapter 40B.","description":"For legislation to exempt municipalities with a certain percentage of affordable rental units from low and moderate income housing laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1137/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1137","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":502939,"bill_number":"H1138","title":"Relative to affordable housing units","description":"Relativerelative to affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1138/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1138","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":502940,"bill_number":"H1139","title":"Relative to home and healthy families","description":"For legislation to establish a health hardship mobile housing voucher program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1139/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1139","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":502941,"bill_number":"H1140","title":"Relative to housing appeals under chapter 40B","description":"For legislation to establish housing appeals committees in the Senatorial districts of the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1140/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1140","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":502942,"bill_number":"H1141","title":"Relative to public housing determination for veterans","description":"For legislation to exclude certain veterans' benefits in calculating housing assistance benefits. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1104","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1141/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1141","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":502943,"bill_number":"H1142","title":"Relative to granting policing powers to certain employees at the Worcester Housing Authority","description":"Relativerelative to granting policing powers to certain employees at the Worcester Housing Authority. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1142/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1142","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":502944,"bill_number":"H1143","title":"Relative to eligibility for cooperative housing corporations.","description":"Relativerelative to eligibility for cooperative housing corporations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1143/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1143","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":502945,"bill_number":"H1144","title":"Relative to low income housing","description":"Relativerelative to low or moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1144/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1144","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":502946,"bill_number":"H1145","title":"To further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities","description":"Relative to operations at local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1145/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1145","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":502947,"bill_number":"H1146","title":"Relative to public housing innovation program","description":"Relativerelative to public housing innovation program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1146/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1146","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502948,"bill_number":"H1147","title":"To encourage housing development","description":"Relative to certain construction permiting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1147/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1147","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":502949,"bill_number":"H1148","title":"Relative to meetings of condominium or homeowners associations","description":"For legislation to further regulate condominium or homeowners associations meetings. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1148/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1148","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502951,"bill_number":"H1149","title":"Relative to the removal of a trustee of condominium or homeowner associations","description":"For legislation to provide for the removal of trustees of condominiums and homeowner associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1149/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1149","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502952,"bill_number":"H1150","title":"Relative to condominium or homeowners associations","description":"Relativerelative to condominium or homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1150/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1150","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502953,"bill_number":"H1151","title":"Relative to condominiums or homeowners association governance and meetings","description":"Relativerelative to condominiums or homeowners association governance and meetings. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1151/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1151","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502954,"bill_number":"H1152","title":"Protecting children residing in public housing in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a program within the Department of Housing and Community Development to prevent children from falling out of windows in public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1152/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1152","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":502955,"bill_number":"H1153","title":"Relative to promoting local housing initiatives for economically diverse households","description":"Relativerelative to promoting local housing initiatives for economically diverse households of median income families. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1153/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1153","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502956,"bill_number":"H1154","title":"Relative to the efficiency of subsidized housing procedures","description":"Relativerelative to the use of electronic funds transfers and third party designees for tenants of publicly subsidized housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1154/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1154","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502957,"bill_number":"H1155","title":"To expand housing opportunities","description":"Bill Title: An Act to expand housing opportunities By Mr. Sciortino of Medford, a petition of Carl M. Sciortino, Jr. to expand housing opportunities for persons displaced by public action or natural disaster and persons who are homeless or facing imminent homelessness. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1155/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1155","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":502958,"bill_number":"H1156","title":"Authorizing municipalities to protect low and moderate income tenants and units of governmentally involved housing","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to protect low and moderate income tenants and units of governmentally involved housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4471","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1156/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1156","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":502959,"bill_number":"H1157","title":"Creating smoke free elderly housing units in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a policy for smoke-free elderly housing in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1157/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1157","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502960,"bill_number":"H1158","title":"To exclude cities and towns that adopt a housing linkage program from certain provisions of chapter 40b","description":"Bill Title: An Act to exclude cities and towns that adopt a housing linkage program from certain provisions of chapter 40b By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis that cities and towns adopting a housing linkage program be exempt from certain provisions of the regional planning law. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1158/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1158","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502961,"bill_number":"H1159","title":"Relative to emergency hotel/motel housing requirements","description":"Relativerelative to emergency hotel or motel housing requirements. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1159/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1159","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":502962,"bill_number":"H1160","title":"Relative to moving to economic opportunity housing","description":"For legislation to establish a program of rental assistance for certain extremely low-income, working families through mobile and project-based vouchers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1160/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1160","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":502963,"bill_number":"H1161","title":"Relative to reducing damage caused by the current foreclosure crisis in the historic districts of Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to foreclosures in the historic districts of Massachusetts. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1161/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1161","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":502964,"bill_number":"H1162","title":"Relative to affordable housing near areas of critical concern","description":"Relativerelative to affordable housing near areas of critical concern. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1162/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1162","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":502965,"bill_number":"H1163","title":"Relative to affordable housing condominium fees and uses","description":"Relativerelative to fees in condominium developments that contain mixed affordable and market rate condominium units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1163/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1163","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":502966,"bill_number":"H1164","title":"Relative to private subdivision fees.","description":"Relativerelative to private subdivision fees charged to owners of affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1164/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1164","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":502967,"bill_number":"H1165","title":"To protect residential building lots","description":"Relative to residential building lots. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1165/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1165","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":502968,"bill_number":"H1166","title":"Resolve concerning \"An Affordable Housing Review Commission\"","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study of regulations concerning the development of affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1166/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1166","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":502969,"bill_number":"H1167","title":"Relative to housing types considered affordable under Chapter 40B","description":"For legislation including section eight housing vouchers as an affordable housing type. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1167","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502970,"bill_number":"H1168","title":"Establishing a special commission to make an investigation and study of the feasibility of a pilot program for accreditation of alcohol-and drug-free housing","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a special commission to make an investigation and study of the feasibility of a pilot program for accreditation of alcohol-and drug-free housing By Mr. Walsh of Boston, a petition of Martin J. Walsh, John Hart, Jr. and Sean Garballey establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study of the feasibility of a pilot program for accreditation of alcohol-and drug-free housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1168/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1168","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502971,"bill_number":"H1169","title":"Relative to private mortgage insurance and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund","description":"Relativerelative to private mortgage insurance and the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1169/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1169","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":502973,"bill_number":"H1170","title":"To reform the tort claims act","description":"Relative to claims for damages by homeowners against municipalities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1170/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1170","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":502974,"bill_number":"H1171","title":"Relative to placing level 2 sex offenders on-line","description":"Relativerelative to the registration of certain sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1171/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1171","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502975,"bill_number":"H1172","title":"Relative to service trained dogs","description":"For legislation to authorize the presence of service trained dogs for certain victims and witnesses who are minor children or adults with disabilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1172/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1172","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502976,"bill_number":"H1173","title":"Relative to the right to testing for commonly communicable infectious diseases","description":"Relativerelative to the right to testing for commonly communicable infectious diseases for persons exposed to certain bodily substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1173/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1173","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502977,"bill_number":"H1174","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"Relativerelative to the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1174/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1174","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502978,"bill_number":"H1175","title":"Relative to victim notification","description":"For legislation to require prosecutors to notify victims of their rights to provide the Sex Offender Registry Board with written impact statements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1175/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1175","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":502979,"bill_number":"H1176","title":"Relative to strangulation","description":"For legislation to make the crime of strangulation and suffocation a felony offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1176/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1176","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":502980,"bill_number":"H1177","title":"Relative to punishment for the crime of domestic violence","description":"Relativerelative to punishment for the crime of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1177/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1177","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":502981,"bill_number":"H1178","title":"Relative to victims rights","description":"For legislation relative to victims rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1178","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":502982,"bill_number":"H1179","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Melanie Chapman, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Melanie Chapman, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1179","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502983,"bill_number":"H1180","title":"Establishing a mandatory sentence for destruction, defacement or damage to burial tombs and grave markers","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a mandatory sentence for destruction, defacement or damage to burial tombs and grave markers By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that provision be made for a minimum mandatory sentence for the willful destruction of burial tombs and grave markers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1180","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502984,"bill_number":"H1181","title":"Allowing local housing authorities access to criminal and other records of tenants and prospective tenants","description":"For legislation to allow local housing authorities access to criminal records of tenants and prospective tenants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1181","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502985,"bill_number":"H1182","title":"Relative to the penalty for killing, maiming or poisoning of animals","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for killing, maiming or poisoning of animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4244","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1182","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502986,"bill_number":"H1183","title":"Relative to the penalty for resisting a police officer","description":"For legislation to establish the crime of resisting or obstructing public safety personnel in the performance of their duties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1183/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1183","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502987,"bill_number":"H1184","title":"Authorizing the Department of Highways to acquire land in the city of Quincy and the town of Milton for the purpose of flood control and prevention","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Highways to acquire certain land in the city of Quincy and the town of Milton by eminent domain for flood control and prevention purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1184/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1184","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502988,"bill_number":"H1185","title":"Relative to criminal offender record information","description":"Relativerelative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1185/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1185","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502989,"bill_number":"H1186","title":"Establishing penalties for the filing of false reports against police officers","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the filing of false reports against police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1186/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1186","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":502990,"bill_number":"H1187","title":"To establish the uniform enforcement of foreign judgments","description":"For legislation to establish the uniform enforcement of foreign judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1187/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1187","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502991,"bill_number":"H1188","title":"To provide landowner's title protection","description":"Relative to title protection for owners of improved land. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S700","last_action_date":"2014-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1188/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1188","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502992,"bill_number":"H1189","title":"Relative to the treatment of mentally ill in prisons","description":"Relativerelative to the treatment of the mentally ill in prisons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4122","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1189/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1189","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502993,"bill_number":"H1190","title":"Relative to mandatory blood tests for surviving drivers","description":"Relativerelative to mandatory blood tests for surviving drivers involved in motor vehicle accidents or collisions resulting in personal injury or death. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1190","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502994,"bill_number":"H1191","title":"Relative to leasing of residential property","description":"Relativerelative to leasing of residential property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1191/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1191","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502995,"bill_number":"H1192","title":"To recognize common law marriage in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to recognize common law marriage in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1192","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502996,"bill_number":"H1193","title":"To preserve access to inpatient mental health services for individuals with mental illness","description":"Relative to the penalty for assault and battery for certain mentally ill persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1193/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1193","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502997,"bill_number":"H1194","title":"To improve public safety by facilitating access to addiction services","description":"For legislation require county and state correctional facilities to provide substance abuse services to certain inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1194","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502998,"bill_number":"H1195","title":"Providing for enhancing public safety by reforming the Parole Board","description":"Relative to the membership of the Parole Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1195","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":502999,"bill_number":"H1196","title":"Relative to children in protective custody","description":"For legislation to allow police to place intoxicated minors into protective custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1196/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1196","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"}, {"bill_id":503000,"bill_number":"H1197","title":"To strengthen sexual offender laws","description":"Relative to the classification of sex offenders who assault children as level 2 or 3 offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1197/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1197","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":503001,"bill_number":"H1198","title":"Enhancing the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for violations of certain hunting laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1198/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1198","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":503002,"bill_number":"H1199","title":"Relative to criminal penalties for resisting arrest","description":"Relativerelative to criminal penalties for resisting arrest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1199/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1199","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":503003,"bill_number":"H1200","title":"Relative to safer neighborhoods","description":"For legislation to require police departments in cities and towns to provide information to residents of the location of certain sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1200","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":503004,"bill_number":"H1201","title":"Relative to community service to expedite the sealing of delinquency records","description":"Relativerelative to community service to expedite the sealing of delinquency records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1201/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1201","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503005,"bill_number":"H1202","title":"Prohibiting towing certain motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to prohibit the towing of certain motor vehicles containing an unsupervised animal. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1202/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1202","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503006,"bill_number":"H1203","title":"Preventing illegal drug dealing near recreational facilities","description":"For legislation to prevent illegal drug dealing near recreational facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1203/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1203","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503007,"bill_number":"H1204","title":"To ban K-2 in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the inclusion of K-2 or spice, any form of cannabis, including synthetic compounds or structures molecularly similar to cannabis under the controlled substances law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1204/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1204","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503008,"bill_number":"H1205","title":"Relative to videoconference hearings when one party is subject to a protective order or restraining order","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of video-conferencing in certain court proceedings involving children and families. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1205/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1205","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503009,"bill_number":"H1206","title":"Providing for the civil liability of drug dealers","description":"Relative to the civil liability of drug dealers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1206/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1206","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503010,"bill_number":"H1207","title":"Relative to the theft of motor vehicle fuel","description":"Relativerelative to fines and penalties for the theft of motor vehicle fuel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1207/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1207","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503011,"bill_number":"H1208","title":"For the protection and safety of police officers","description":"Relative to the safety and protection of police officers in the execution of police warrants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1208/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1208","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503012,"bill_number":"H1209","title":"Relative to furnishing a false name, social security number or address to a police officer when stopped or detained","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for providing false information by persons arrested by law enforcement officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1209/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1209","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503013,"bill_number":"H1210","title":"Relative to Class D controlled substances","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for Class D controlled substance violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1210/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1210","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503014,"bill_number":"H1211","title":"Relative to certain judicial procedures","description":"Relativerelative to certain judicial procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4123","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1211/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1211","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503016,"bill_number":"H1212","title":"Relative to the social host statute","description":"Relativerelative to civil action for the sale, delivery or furnishing of alcoholic beverages to persons under the age of twenty-one. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1212/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1212","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503017,"bill_number":"H1213","title":"To allow reasonable evaluation of civil damage claims","description":"Relative to allowing reasonable evaluation of civil damage claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1213/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1213","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503018,"bill_number":"H1214","title":"To simpify administrative aspect of evidentary use of medical information","description":"Relative to simpify administrative aspect of evidentary use of medical information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1214/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1214","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503019,"bill_number":"H1215","title":"Further regulating dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation to further regulate dangerousness hearings . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1215/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1215","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503020,"bill_number":"H1216","title":"Relative to punitive damages","description":"Relativerelative to punitive damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1216/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1216","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503021,"bill_number":"H1217","title":"Increasing penalties for hit-and-run motor vehicle accidents","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for hit and run motor vehicle accidents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1217/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1217","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503022,"bill_number":"H1218","title":"Increasing the penalty for assault and battery to certain public safety officers","description":"Relative to increasing the penalty for assault and battery to certain public safety officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1218/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1218","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503023,"bill_number":"H1219","title":"Relative to the declaration of homestead","description":"Relativerelative to the declaration of homestead. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1219/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1219","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503025,"bill_number":"H1220","title":"Removing parental rights from persons who fathered a child by rape","description":"Relative to parental rights of persons who fathered a child by rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1220/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1220","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503026,"bill_number":"H1221","title":"Relative to exclusive probate court jurisdiction regarding abuse prevention orders affecting minors","description":"Relativerelative to probate court jurisdiction regarding abuse prevention orders affecting minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1221/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1221","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503027,"bill_number":"H1222","title":"To allow audiovisual depositions","description":"Relative to audiovisual judicial depositions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1222/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1222","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503028,"bill_number":"H1223","title":"To correct procedural omission regarding actions against certain decedents under Uniform Probate Code","description":"For legislation to correct procedural omission regarding actions against certain decedents under Uniform Probate Code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1223/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1223","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503029,"bill_number":"H1224","title":"Relative to probation officer warrant procedures","description":"Relativerelative to probation officer warrant procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1224/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1224","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503030,"bill_number":"H1225","title":"To protect intellectual property and trade secrets to promote economic development and job creation","description":"For legislation to protect intellectual property and trade secrets to promote economic development and job creation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1225/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1225","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503031,"bill_number":"H1226","title":"To increase transparency in the Massachusetts land record systems to protect the property rights of homeowners and businesses","description":"For legislation to further regulate the reporting requirements of mortgages secured by residential property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1226/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1226","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503032,"bill_number":"H1227","title":"Relative to the valuation of professional practices in divorce proceedings","description":"Relativerelative to establishing values of professional corporations in divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1227/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1227","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503033,"bill_number":"H1228","title":"Regarding assistant court clerks","description":"For legislation to provide four additional assistant clerks in Plymouth County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1228/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1228","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503034,"bill_number":"H1229","title":"Providing indemnity from prosecution for probation officers and court officers employed by the Trial Court","description":"Relative to providing indemnity from prosecution for probation officers and court officers employed by the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1229/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1229","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503035,"bill_number":"H1230","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"Relative to providing protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1230/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1230","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":503037,"bill_number":"H1231","title":"Providing further protection from photographing, videotaping or electronically surveilling a partially nude or nude child.","description":"Relative to providing further protection from photographing, videotaping or electronically surveilling a partially nude or nude child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1231/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1231","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":503038,"bill_number":"H1232","title":"To protect our communities","description":"Relative to sex offenders and the protection of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1232/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1232","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":503039,"bill_number":"H1233","title":"Making drug dealing subject to dangerousness hearing determinations.","description":"Relative to making drug dealing subject to dangerousness hearing determinations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1233/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1233","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503040,"bill_number":"H1234","title":"To ensure testimony in gang related cases.","description":"Relative to the penalty for failure to testify in gang related cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1234/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1234","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503041,"bill_number":"H1235","title":"Defining court administrative records as public records","description":"For legislation to include court administrative records in the law defining public records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1235/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1235","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503042,"bill_number":"H1236","title":"To protect children against sex offenders.","description":"For legislation to protect children against sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1236/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1236","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503043,"bill_number":"H1237","title":"Permitting the use of traffic control signal violation monitoring system devices as a means of promoting traffic safety in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to permit the use of traffic control signal violation monitoring system devices as a means of promoting traffic safety in the city of New Bedford. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1237/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1237","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503044,"bill_number":"H1238","title":"To prevent gang violence","description":"For legislation to provide that certain monies obtained for the seizure of controlled substances be used to prevent gang violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1238/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1238","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503045,"bill_number":"H1239","title":"Relative to improving the administration and efficiency of the judicial system","description":"Relativerelative to the release of persons accused of certain crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1239/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1239","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503046,"bill_number":"H1240","title":"To fund youth courts","description":"For legislation to fund youth courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1240/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1240","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503047,"bill_number":"H1241","title":"To reform title insurance","description":"For legislation to reform title insurance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1241/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1241","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503048,"bill_number":"H1242","title":"To prevent vexatious litigation and waste of judicial resources","description":"Relative to frivolous lawsuits with malicious intent. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1245/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1245","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503052,"bill_number":"H1246","title":"Relative to the safety of judges","description":"For legislation to protect justices of the Commonwealth and their families from criminal acts and threats. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1246/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1246","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503053,"bill_number":"H1247","title":"Protecting the sanctity of funerals","description":"Relative to the protection of funerals from disturbances and establishing penalties for violations. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1250/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1250","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":503057,"bill_number":"H1251","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of a collision","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle opeators leaving the scene of a collision. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1286/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1286","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503094,"bill_number":"H1287","title":"Relative to clarifying procedures for the custodial protection of a child requiring assistance","description":"Relativerelative to clarifying procedures for the custodial protection by law enforcement and court officials of a child requiring assistance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1287/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1287","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503095,"bill_number":"H1288","title":"Authorizing the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-08-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1288/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1288","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"}, {"bill_id":503096,"bill_number":"H1289","title":"Relative to functions and function facilities","description":"Relativerelative to the cancellation of function facility contracts involving facilities undergoing changes in ownership or management. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1289/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1289","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":503097,"bill_number":"H1290","title":"Relative to naturalization proceedings","description":"Relativerelative to naturalization proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1290/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1290","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":503098,"bill_number":"H1291","title":"Empowering the Sex Offender Board to reclassify repeat sex offenders","description":"Relative to empowering the Sex Offender Board to reclassify repeat sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1291/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1291","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503100,"bill_number":"H1292","title":"Relative to the sex offender registration","description":"Relativerelative to the sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1292/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1292","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503101,"bill_number":"H1293","title":"Relative to the sex offender registration","description":"Relativerelative to the sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1293/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1293","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503102,"bill_number":"H1294","title":"Relative to public records requests","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for violations of the public records law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1294/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1294","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":503103,"bill_number":"H1295","title":"Relative to the mandated reporter law","description":"Relativerelative to the reporting of neglect or abuse by mandated reporters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1295/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1295","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":503104,"bill_number":"H1296","title":"Relative to falsely assuming to be a public official","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties imposed for falsely assuming to be a public official. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1296/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1296","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503105,"bill_number":"H1297","title":"Relative to repeat domestic violence offenders","description":"Relativerelative to repeat domestic violence offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1297/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1297","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503106,"bill_number":"H1298","title":"Relative to the service of civil process","description":"For legislation to increase the limit of damages allowable for the service of a writ or other process by certain constables. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1298/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1298","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503107,"bill_number":"H1299","title":"Relative to community works programs","description":"Relativerelative to community work programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1299/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1299","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503108,"bill_number":"H1300","title":"Relative to court filing fees for noncriminal offenses","description":"Relativerelative to court filing fees for noncriminal offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1300/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1300","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503109,"bill_number":"H1301","title":"Relative to parental rights and child survivors of homicide","description":"Relativerelative to parental rights and child survivors of homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1301/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1301","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":503110,"bill_number":"H1302","title":"Providing protection from subsequent restraining order violations","description":"Relative to the penalty for subsequent restraining order violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1302/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1302","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503111,"bill_number":"H1303","title":"To permit the setting of both cash bail and pretrial conditions in domestic violence matters","description":"For legislation to permit the setting of both cash bail and pretrial conditions in domestic violence matters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1303/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1303","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503112,"bill_number":"H1304","title":"To establish a Claimants' Trust Act","description":"Relative to claims for damages and establishing a claimants trust law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1304/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1304","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":503113,"bill_number":"H1305","title":"To enhance safety and security in courthouses","description":"For legislation to enhance safety and security in courthouses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1305/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1305","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":503114,"bill_number":"H1306","title":"To encourage integrity in hiring","description":"For legislation relative to the penalty for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1306/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1306","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":503115,"bill_number":"H1307","title":"Relative to motor vehicle owner responsibility","description":"Relativerelative to fines for motor vehicle owner responsibility. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1307/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1307","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":503116,"bill_number":"H1308","title":"Relative to the insanity defense","description":"Relativerelative to the use of insanity as criminal defense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1308/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1308","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"}, {"bill_id":503117,"bill_number":"H1309","title":"Regulating employment of unauthorized workers","description":"Relative to the employment of unauthorized workers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1309/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1309","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503118,"bill_number":"H1310","title":"Relative to the administration of sealing criminal cases","description":"Relativerelative to requiring certain notices by the Commissioner of Probation be made concerning requests to seal records of criminal court appearances or dispositions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1310/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1310","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503119,"bill_number":"H1311","title":"Relative to the sealing of criminal records","description":"For legislation to establish a fee for requests to seal criminal records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1311/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1311","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503120,"bill_number":"H1312","title":"Establishing a parent child testimonial privilege","description":"For legislation to establish a parent child testimonial privilege. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1312/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1312","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503121,"bill_number":"H1313","title":"Clarifying the removal statute","description":"For legislation clarifying the removal statute. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1313/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1313","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503122,"bill_number":"H1314","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"For legislation to provide certain access to electronic mail accounts of decedents in probating estates . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4243","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1314/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1314","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503123,"bill_number":"H1315","title":"Relative to homicide by motor vehicle","description":"Relativerelative to vehicular homicide while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1315/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1315","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":503124,"bill_number":"H1316","title":"Relative to manslaughter while operating a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum sentence for conviction of manslaughter while operating a motor vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1316/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1316","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":503125,"bill_number":"H1317","title":"To regulate debt collection activity","description":"For legislation to regulate debt collection activity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1317/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1317","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":503126,"bill_number":"H1318","title":"To clarify the meal break law and to establish private enforcement","description":"For legislation to allow individuals to institute and prosecute a civil action for injunctive relief for violation of laws relative to meal breaks for employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1318/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1318","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":503127,"bill_number":"H1319","title":"Relative to juvenile sentencing","description":"Relativerelative to the sentencing of certain juveniles convicted of murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4233","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1319/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1319","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":503128,"bill_number":"H1323","title":"To permit purging of juveniles delinquency records","description":"For legislation to permit purging of juveniles delinquency records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1323/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1323","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503129,"bill_number":"H1324","title":"To designate the courthouse in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Edward O. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1325/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1325","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503131,"bill_number":"H1326","title":"Providing indemnity for certain police and firefighters","description":"For legislation providing indemnity for certain police and firefighters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1326/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1326","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":503132,"bill_number":"H1327","title":"Relative to a policeman's bill of rights","description":"Relativerelative to the rights of police officers accused of alleged misconduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1327/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1327","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":503133,"bill_number":"H1328","title":"Relative to the exposure of public safety officials to the aids virus","description":"For legislation to establish a HIV testing procedure in correctional institutions in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1328/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1328","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":503134,"bill_number":"H1329","title":"To the arrest powers of municipal police officers","description":"Relative to the arrest powers of municipal police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1329/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1329","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":503135,"bill_number":"H1330","title":"To establish a HIV testing procedure in correctional institutions in the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act to establish a HIV testing procedure in correctional institutions in the Commonwealth By Mr. Fresolo of Worcester, a petition of John P. Fresolo and Thomas J. Calter to establish a HIV testing procedure in correctional institutions and providing for sentence reductions for inmates participating in the testing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1330/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1330","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":503136,"bill_number":"H1331","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relativerelative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1331/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1331","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503137,"bill_number":"H1332","title":"Relative to the throwing missiles at motor vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for throwing or shooting objects at motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1332/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1332","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503138,"bill_number":"H1333","title":"To regulate housing for convicted sex offenders","description":"For legislation to prohibit convicted sex offenders from residing within 500 feet of school zones. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1333/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1333","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503139,"bill_number":"H1334","title":"Permitting the adoption of embryos","description":"For legislation to authorize persons of full age to petition the probate court for the adoption of an embryo. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1334/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1334","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503140,"bill_number":"H1335","title":"Relative to establishing an animal abuse registry","description":"For legislation to require persons convicted of animal abuse to register with an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1335/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1335","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503141,"bill_number":"H1336","title":"Relative to law enforcement and unlawful immigrants within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to law enforcement and unlawful immigrants within the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1336/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1336","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503142,"bill_number":"H1337","title":"Relative to the enhancement of regional services","description":"Relativerelative to fees by paid to the Registry of Deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1337/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1337","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503143,"bill_number":"H1338","title":"Relative to fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws","description":"Relativerelative to fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1338/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1338","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503145,"bill_number":"H1339","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"Relativerelative to patient safety, medical error reporting and medical malpractice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1339/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1339","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503146,"bill_number":"H1340","title":"Relative to expert witnesses in actions for medical malpractice","description":"For legislation to regulate the testimony of expert witnesses in medical malpractice court cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1340/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1340","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503147,"bill_number":"H1341","title":"Relative to defibrillators in health clubs","description":"Relativerelative to actions against health clubs or their employees that arise in connection with the use or non-use of defibrillators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1341/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1341","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503148,"bill_number":"H1342","title":"Resolutions requesting the Governor to remove Supreme Judicial Court Justices","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions requesting the Governor to remove Supreme Judicial Court Justices By Ms. Garlick of Needham (by request), a petition of William J. Okerman of Address requesting the Governor to remove the Chief Justice and justices of the Supreme Judicial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1342/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1342","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":503149,"bill_number":"H1343","title":"Increasing parental involvement with childcare","description":"Relative to child care involvement of non-custodial parents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1343/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1343","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503150,"bill_number":"H1344","title":"Prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against a minor","description":"Bill Title: An Act prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against a minor By Ms. Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1344","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503151,"bill_number":"H1345","title":"Providing for the enforcement of child abuse reporting requirements","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for the enforcement of child abuse reporting requirements By Ms. Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry providing for the enforcement of child abuse reporting requirements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1345/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1345","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503152,"bill_number":"H1346","title":"Relative to a court approved parent education program","description":"Relativerelative to a court approved parent education program in certain probate proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1346/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1346","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503153,"bill_number":"H1347","title":"Relative to annoying telephone calls","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for persons making annoying and abusive telephone calls. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1347/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1347","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503154,"bill_number":"H1348","title":"Relative to protective orders","description":"Relativerelative to protective orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1348/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1348","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503155,"bill_number":"H1349","title":"Relative to shared parenting","description":"Relativerelative to shared parenting in cases of divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1349/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1349","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503156,"bill_number":"H1350","title":"Relative to the concealment of the death of children and the penalties for the sale or purchase of minor children","description":"Relativerelative to the concealment of the death of children and the penalties for the sale or purchase of minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1350/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1350","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503157,"bill_number":"H1351","title":"To further protect children","description":"Relative to the reporting of a missing child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1351","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503158,"bill_number":"H1352","title":"Relative to preventing the unlicensed practice of the electrical and systems trade or profession","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for unlicensed persons performing work requiring a licensed electrician. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1352/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1352","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503160,"bill_number":"H1353","title":"Relative to the theft of bulk merchandise containers","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the theft of bulk merchandise containers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1353/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1353","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503161,"bill_number":"H1354","title":"Relative to privacy and safety in public accommodations","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of gender identity as it applies to lawfully segregated facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1354","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503162,"bill_number":"H1355","title":"Clarifying the removal statute","description":"For legislation to allow for the removal of children only if the removal results in a direct benefit to the child . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1355/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1355","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503163,"bill_number":"H1356","title":"Relative to establishing paternity","description":"Relativerelative to establishing paternity and establishing uniform procedures for providing information to mothers and certain fathers regarding the benefits and responsibilities of parentage. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1356/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1356","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503164,"bill_number":"H1357","title":"To regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles","description":"Relative to the use of information derived from unmanned aerial vehicles as evidence in judicial, regulatory or other government proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1357/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1357","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503165,"bill_number":"H1358","title":"Relative to child custody when parent is on active military duty","description":"Relativerelative to child custody when parent is on active military duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1358/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1358","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503166,"bill_number":"H1359","title":"Authorizing criteria for the release of terminally ill inmates to alternative locations of confinement","description":"Relative to the criteria for the release of terminally ill inmates to alternative locations of confinement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1359/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1359","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503167,"bill_number":"H1360","title":"Relative to hit and run drivers","description":"For legislation to provide presumption of knowledge by drivers in hit and run accidents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1360/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1360","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":503168,"bill_number":"H1361","title":"Expanding testing for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol","description":"For legislation to expand the testing for alcoholic beverages of operators of motor vehicles involved in certain motor vehicle accidents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1361/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1361","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503169,"bill_number":"H1362","title":"Relative to advertising by a justice of the peace","description":"Relativerelative to advertising by justices of the peace for the solemnization of marriages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1362/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1362","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503170,"bill_number":"H1363","title":"Relative to dog training areas in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to exempt dog training areas from civil or criminal action relating to noise pollution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1363/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1363","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503171,"bill_number":"H1364","title":"Relative to justices of the peace","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the fee for temporary justice of the peace licenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1364/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1364","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503172,"bill_number":"H1365","title":"Relative to unmarried couples","description":"Relativerelative to the estates of certain unmarried persons who live together. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1365/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1365","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503173,"bill_number":"H1366","title":"Relative to uniform adult guardianship and protective proceedings jurisdiction","description":"Relativerelative to uniform adult guardianship. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2165","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1366/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1366","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503174,"bill_number":"H1367","title":"Relative to the definition of enticement","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for enticing a child under the age of sixteen. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1367/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1367","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503175,"bill_number":"H1368","title":"Relative to damages","description":"For legislation to further regulate tort actions brought against charities and employee organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1368/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1368","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503176,"bill_number":"H1369","title":"To provide security to occupants when owners change locks","description":"Relative to criminalizing unauthorized entry of a dwelling by changing or tampering with locks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1369/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1369","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"}, {"bill_id":503177,"bill_number":"H1370","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database.","description":"For legislation to require persons arrainged on felony charges to submit a DNA sample. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1370/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1370","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":503178,"bill_number":"H1371","title":"Relative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission to seek restraining orders","description":"Relativerelative to the authority of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission to seek restraining orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1371/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1371","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":503179,"bill_number":"H1372","title":"Protecting personal information","description":"Relative to protecting the personal information of persons on jurors lists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1372/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1372","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":503180,"bill_number":"H1373","title":"To Repeal Chapter 234","description":"Relative to the selection and qualification of jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1373/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1373","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":503181,"bill_number":"H1374","title":"Relative to the Middlesex Probate Court","description":"Relativerelative to the sittings of the Middlesex County Probate Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1374/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1374","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":503182,"bill_number":"H1375","title":"Relative to creating a commission to study simplifying the Trial Court","description":"Relative to creating a commission to study simplifying the Trial Court By Ms. Harrington of Groton, a petition of Sheila C. Harrington, Denise Andrews and Keiko M. Orrall for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the feasibility of organizing the Trial Court by combining efforts, resources and functions of the various court departments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1375/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1375","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":503183,"bill_number":"H1376","title":"Relative to gang prevention task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) relative to sentencing and enforcement of gang-related crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1376/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1376","sponsor":"Carlos Henriquez"}, {"bill_id":503184,"bill_number":"H1377","title":"Relative to sex offender classification","description":"Relativerelative to the classification of sex offenders diagnosed as pedophiles by a licensed mental health clinician. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1377/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1377","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503185,"bill_number":"H1378","title":"Relative to raising the standard of proof for juvenile defendants","description":"Relativerelative to the standard of proof for juvenile defendants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1378/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1378","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503186,"bill_number":"H1379","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings","description":"Relative to prohibiting discrimination against adults with disabilities in family and juvenile court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4472","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1379/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1379","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503187,"bill_number":"H1380","title":"Relative to healthcare proxies","description":"Relativerelative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1380/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1380","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503188,"bill_number":"H1381","title":"For out of state sex offenders","description":"Relative to the registration of sex offenders moving into the Commonwealth from another state. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1381/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1381","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503189,"bill_number":"H1382","title":"Relative to the recidivism reducing program reporting by the Commissioner of the Department of Correction","description":"Relativerelative to recidivism reducing program reporting by the Department of Correction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1382/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1382","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503190,"bill_number":"H1383","title":"Relative to reporting sex offender treatment program outcomes by the Commissioner of Department of Corrections and the Department of Youth Services","description":"Relativerelative to the reporting sex offender treatment program outcomes by the Commissioner of Department of Corrections and the Department of Youth Services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1383/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1383","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503191,"bill_number":"H1384","title":"Relative to graffiti","description":"For legislation to further regulate graffiti. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1384/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1384","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":503192,"bill_number":"H1385","title":"Relative to certain habitual offenders","description":"Relativerelative to certain habitual offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1385/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1385","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":503193,"bill_number":"H1386","title":"Relative to justices of the peace","description":"Relativerelative to notices to notaries public and justices of the peace prior to the expiration of their commissions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1386/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1386","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":503194,"bill_number":"H1387","title":"Relative to site plan review","description":"Relativerelative to site plan judicial review. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1387/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1387","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":503195,"bill_number":"H1388","title":"Relative to certain motor vehicle homicides","description":"Relativerelative to certain motor vehicle homicides. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1388/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1388","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":503196,"bill_number":"H1389","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relativerelative to increasing bail fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1389/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1389","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":503197,"bill_number":"H1390","title":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards","description":"Relativerelative to the judicial Advisory Committee on Personnel Standards. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1390/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1390","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":503198,"bill_number":"H1391","title":"Relative to the judicial advisory board","description":"Relativerelative to Judicial Advisory Board clerks. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1391/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1391","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":503199,"bill_number":"H1392","title":"Relative to the jury management advisory committee","description":"Relativerelative to the jury management advisory committee. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1392/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1392","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":503200,"bill_number":"H1393","title":"Relative to repeat drunk driving offenders","description":"Relativerelative to repeat offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1393/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1393","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503201,"bill_number":"H1394","title":"Relative to preventing driving under the influence","description":"Relativerelative to driving under the influence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1394/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1394","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503202,"bill_number":"H1395","title":"Increasing the liability for permitting an intoxicated arrestee to operate a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to the liability of persons transporting operators of motor vehicles arrested for drunk driving. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1395/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1395","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503203,"bill_number":"H1396","title":"Expanding protections against incest","description":"Relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1396/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1396","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503204,"bill_number":"H1397","title":"Relative to the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit eminent domain takings for the purpose of economic development. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1397/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1397","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503205,"bill_number":"H1398","title":"Relative to the deliberate spread of contagious diseases","description":"Relativerelative to the deliberate spread of contagious diseases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1398/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1398","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503206,"bill_number":"H1399","title":"Relative to profits from crime","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Victim Compensation and Assistance to monitor profits from criminal activities of incarcerated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1399/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1399","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503207,"bill_number":"H1400","title":"Relative to juvenile restitution","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing the courts of the Commonwealth to establish a system of juvenile restitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1400/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1400","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503208,"bill_number":"H1401","title":"Relative to juror service","description":"Relativerelative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1401/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1401","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503209,"bill_number":"H1402","title":"Relative to the protection of children","description":"Relativerelative to the crime of failing to notify law enforcement officials of a missing or deceased child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1402/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1402","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503211,"bill_number":"H1403","title":"Relative to civil liability for protecting one's home","description":"Relativerelative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1403/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1403","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503212,"bill_number":"H1404","title":"Relative to fetal homicide","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1404/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1404","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503213,"bill_number":"H1405","title":"Establishing mandatory post release supervision in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mandatory post-release supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1405/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1405","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503214,"bill_number":"H1406","title":"Relative to the enticement of children online","description":"Relativerelative to the enticement of children online. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1406/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1406","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503215,"bill_number":"H1407","title":"Protecting children from domestic violence","description":"Relative to protecting children from domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1407/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1407","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503216,"bill_number":"H1408","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database","description":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that persons charged with the commission of felonies be rquired to submit DNA samples. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1408/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1408","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503217,"bill_number":"H1409","title":"Relative to protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth from sex offenders","description":"Relativerelative to protection from sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1409/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1409","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503218,"bill_number":"H1410","title":"Providing for certain exemptions from jury duty","description":"Relative to certain providers of health care services being exempt from jury duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1410/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1410","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503219,"bill_number":"H1411","title":"Relative to the collection of judgements","description":"Relativerelative to requiring that court proceedings necessary to satisfy executions on judgments take place in the jurisdiction of judgment holders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1411/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1411","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503220,"bill_number":"H1412","title":"Relative to the use of telephones in places of detention","description":"Relativerelative to the use of telephones by persons in detention facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1412/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1412","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503221,"bill_number":"H1413","title":"Relative to the health of public safety officers","description":"Relativerelative to the health of public safety officers exposed to hypodermic syringes or hypodermic needles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1413/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1413","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503223,"bill_number":"H1414","title":"Relative to special juveniles","description":"Relativerelative to petitions to the Juvenile Court or Probate Court on behalf of certain special juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1414/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1414","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503224,"bill_number":"H1415","title":"Relative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status","description":"Relativerelative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1415/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1415","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503225,"bill_number":"H1416","title":"Establishing a public registry of animal abusers","description":"Relative to establishing a public registry of animal abusers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1416/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1416","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503226,"bill_number":"H1417","title":"To centralize public availability of prospective juror lists","description":"Relative to the public availability of prospective juror lists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1417/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1417","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503227,"bill_number":"H1418","title":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the Stoughton District Court","description":"Relativerelative to the jurisdiction of the Stoughton District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1418/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1418","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503228,"bill_number":"H1419","title":"Relative to wiretapping in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to wiretapping. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1419/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1419","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503229,"bill_number":"H1420","title":"Relative to the geographical jurisdiction of the housing court","description":"Relativerelative to the jurisdiction of the various divisions of the Housing Court Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1420/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1420","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":503230,"bill_number":"H1421","title":"Regarding fair business practices in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for debarred employers, contractors and subcontractors illegally participating in contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1421/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1421","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"}, {"bill_id":503231,"bill_number":"H1422","title":"Upholding bidding integrity in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the penalties for debarred contractors participating in certain contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1422/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1422","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"}, {"bill_id":503232,"bill_number":"H1423","title":"Regarding workers compensation compliance and enforcement","description":"Relative to the penalties for debarred contractors participating in certain contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1423/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1423","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"}, {"bill_id":503233,"bill_number":"H1424","title":"Relative to historic homes","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the damaging of historic homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1424/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1424","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503234,"bill_number":"H1425","title":"Designating the Essex Probate and Family Court as the Thaddeus M. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4184","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1426/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1426","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503236,"bill_number":"H1427","title":"Relative to domestic violence","description":"Relativerelative to domestic violence penalties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1427/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1427","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503237,"bill_number":"H1428","title":"Relative to liberty preservation","description":"For legislation to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from certain provisions of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2012. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1428/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1428","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503238,"bill_number":"H1429","title":"Relative to misuse of debit cards","description":"For legislation to amend the credit card fraud statutes to include debit cards. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1429/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1429","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503239,"bill_number":"H1430","title":"Regarding the classifications system for prisoners in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the classification of prisoners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1430/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1430","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503240,"bill_number":"H1431","title":"For health education in women's correctional institutions","description":"Relative to providing written health education information to incarcerated women by correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1431/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1431","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503241,"bill_number":"H1432","title":"Expanding juvenile jurisdiction","description":"Relative to youthful offenders and criminal offender record information. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1433/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1433","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503243,"bill_number":"H1434","title":"Relative to the establishment of a women's pretrial facility in Middlesex County","description":"For legislation to establish a women's correctional facility in Middlesex County. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1435/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1435","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503245,"bill_number":"H1436","title":"An Act rescinding an order terminating parental rights","description":"Relative to the rescinding of orders terminating parental rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1436/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1436","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503246,"bill_number":"H1437","title":"Relative to court review of case plans","description":"Relativerelative to court review of case plans involving child custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1437/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1437","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503247,"bill_number":"H1438","title":"To ensure fairness in care and protection proceedings","description":"For legislation to ensure fairness in care and protection proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1438/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1438","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503248,"bill_number":"H1439","title":"To accelerate a child’s reunification with family members","description":"For legislation to expedite the reunification of children under temporary custody with family members. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1439/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1439","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503249,"bill_number":"H1440","title":"To make juvenile court custody orders fully enforceable","description":"For legislation to grant the Probate and Family Court Department exclusive jurisdiction to modify or enforce orders awarding legal custody of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1440/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1440","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503250,"bill_number":"H1441","title":"Relative to the definition of custody in protection and care of children proceedings","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of custody in protection and care of children proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1441/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1441","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503251,"bill_number":"H1442","title":"Regarding the appointment of court investigators and the admissibility of certain reports in care and protection cases","description":"Relative to the appointment of court investigators and the admissibility of certain reports in care and protection cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1442/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1442","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503252,"bill_number":"H1443","title":"To protect the interests of children who are subjects of restraining orders","description":"For legislation to protect the interests of children who are subjects of restraining orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1443/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1443","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503253,"bill_number":"H1444","title":"To eliminate unnecessary time in foster care","description":"Relative to the granting temporary or permanent custody to a parent when the other parent is deemed unfit. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1444/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1444","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503254,"bill_number":"H1445","title":"To provide for timely completion of child welfare trials","description":"For legislation to provide for the timely completion of child welfare trials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1445/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1445","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503255,"bill_number":"H1446","title":"Relative to the child fatality review program","description":"Relativerelative to the membership and procedures for child fatality review teams. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1446/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1446","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503256,"bill_number":"H1447","title":"Relative to sibling visitation","description":"Relativerelative to sibling visitation and court department placements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1447/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1447","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503257,"bill_number":"H1448","title":"Relative to advertising for the placement of children under 16 years of age","description":"Relativerelative to advertising for the placement of children under 16 years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1448/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1448","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503258,"bill_number":"H1449","title":"Relative to manslaughter","description":"Relativerelative to the fine for manslaughter by a construction company. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1449/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1449","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":503259,"bill_number":"H1450","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry","description":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry By Mr. Koczera of New Bedford, a petition of Robert M. Koczera that the Sex Offender Registry Board classify convicted sex offenders and make rulings on appeals prior to release from sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1450/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1450","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":503260,"bill_number":"H1451","title":"Reducing interest liability in treble damage settlements","description":"For legislation to change the interest rate on treble damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1451/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1451","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503261,"bill_number":"H1452","title":"Banning partial birth abortions","description":"For legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1452/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1452","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503262,"bill_number":"H1453","title":"Protecting businesses that donate to food banks","description":"For legislation to exempt businesses donating to food banks from liability for civil damages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1453/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1453","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503263,"bill_number":"H1454","title":"Expanding the definition of mandated reporters and updating the fines and consequences for failing to report abuse","description":"Relative to expanding the definition of mandated reporters and updating the fines and consequences for failing to report abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1454/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1454","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503264,"bill_number":"H1455","title":"Relative to the statute of limitations","description":"Relativerelative to the statute of limitations for certain sexual abuse crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4126","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1455/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1455","sponsor":"John Lawn"}, {"bill_id":503265,"bill_number":"H1456","title":"To prevent farm animal cruelty","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the confinement of farm animals in a manner that does not allow them to turn around freely, lie down, stand up, and fully extend their limbs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2232","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1456/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1456","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503266,"bill_number":"H1457","title":"To protect freedom of speech and association","description":"Relative to the use and protection of personal information in criminal investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1457/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1457","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503267,"bill_number":"H1458","title":"To protect the privacy of 911 callers","description":"Relative to audio recordings and written transcripts of phone calls made to the 911 emergency system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1458/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1458","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503268,"bill_number":"H1459","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"Relativerelative to prejudgment interest rates on damages awarded in tort actions and contract actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1459/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1459","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503269,"bill_number":"H1460","title":"Requiring the inclusion of certain civil rights offense information in the statewide domestic violence recordkeeping system","description":"For legislation to require the inclusion of certain civil rights offense information in the statewide domestic violence record keeping system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1460/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1460","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503270,"bill_number":"H1461","title":"To adequately compensate career prosecutors","description":"Relative to salaries and appointments of certain personnel within the offices of the district attorneys of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1461/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1461","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503271,"bill_number":"H1462","title":"Regulating fees for the registration of attorneys","description":"Bill Title: An Act regulating fees for the registration of attorneys By Mr. Linsky of Natick, a petition of David Paul Linsky that the Board of Bar Overseers be prohibited from assessing an annual registration fee for attorneys who retire from the practice of law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1462/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1462","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503272,"bill_number":"H1463","title":"Protecting children","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for parents, legal guardians or caretakers failing to report the death of a minor child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1463/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1463","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503273,"bill_number":"H1464","title":"Further regulating the appointment of certain guardians","description":"Relative to further regulating the appointment of certain guardians by the Probate Court. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1465/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1465","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503275,"bill_number":"H1466","title":"Relative to sentencing guidelines","description":"For legislation to establish sentencing guidelines for convictions of criminal offenses in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1466/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1466","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503277,"bill_number":"H1467","title":"Relative to indigent defense counsel","description":"Relativerelative to indigent defense counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1467/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1467","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503278,"bill_number":"H1468","title":"Relative to the penalty for disorderly persons","description":"Relativerelative to the criminal penalty for certain disorderly persons and disturbers of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1468/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1468","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503279,"bill_number":"H1469","title":"Relative to malicious destruction of property","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty imposed for malicious destruction of property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1469/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1469","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503280,"bill_number":"H1470","title":"Relative to Larceny","description":"Relativerelative to larceny . 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1472/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1472","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503283,"bill_number":"H1473","title":"Creating the crime of larceny by overcoming a security device","description":"Relative to the crime of larceny by overcoming a security device. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1473/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1473","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503284,"bill_number":"H1474","title":"To improve criminal laws relative to organized retail theft","description":"Relativerelative to the criminal penalties for organized retail theft. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1475/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1475","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503287,"bill_number":"H1476","title":"Relative to increasing penalties to employers who employee illegal aliens","description":"Relativerelative to increasing penalties to employers who employee illegal aliens. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1477/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1477","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":503289,"bill_number":"H1478","title":"Restoring free speech and public access","description":"For legislation to remove restrictions on access to public ways or sidewalks adjacent to reproductive health care facilities. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1480/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1480","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":503292,"bill_number":"H1481","title":"Providing legal fees to innocent citizens","description":"Relative to legal fees for citizens found innocent of committing a felony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1481/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1481","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":503293,"bill_number":"H1482","title":"Allowing for private arbitration for all parties involved in residential contracting","description":"For legislation to allow private arbitration for all parties involved in residential contracting. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1484/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1484","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":503296,"bill_number":"H1485","title":"Relative to emergency and disaster planning for health care providers","description":"For legislation to exempt health care providers from liability when rendering certain emergency care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1485/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1485","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503297,"bill_number":"H1486","title":"Relative to the appropriate use of solitary confinement","description":"Relativerelative to the use of solitary confinement in correctional facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1486/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1486","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503298,"bill_number":"H1487","title":"Relative to being an accessory after the fact","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for being an accessory after the fact involving a felony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1487/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1487","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503299,"bill_number":"H1488","title":"Relative to tagging","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for the so-called \"tagging\" of objects with paint or stickers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1488/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1488","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503300,"bill_number":"H1489","title":"Ensuring an open files policy","description":"Bill Title: An Act ensuring an open files policy By Mr. Mannal of Barnstable, a petition of Brian R. Mannal and Timothy R. Madden that files under the control of the Commonwealth and law enforcement agencies be open to defense counsels . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1489/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1489","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503301,"bill_number":"H1490","title":"Relative to the use of global position devices for certain sex offender parolees and probationers","description":"Relativerelative to the use of global position devices for certain sex offender who are paroled or on probation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1490/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1490","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503302,"bill_number":"H1491","title":"Relative to reclassification and early termination of finally classified sex offenders","description":"Relativerelative to reclassification and early termination of finally classified sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1491/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1491","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503303,"bill_number":"H1492","title":"Establishing age-appropriate accountability for children","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of murder committed by certain juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1492/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1492","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503304,"bill_number":"H1493","title":"Relative to the protection of children","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for indecent assault and battery on a minor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1493/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1493","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503305,"bill_number":"H1494","title":"Relative to the compensation of victims of violent crimes","description":"Relativerelative to the compensation of victims of violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1494/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1494","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503306,"bill_number":"H1495","title":"Regulating the sale of knives","description":"Relative to regulating the sale of certain knives for use as weapons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1495/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1495","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503307,"bill_number":"H1496","title":"For achieving insurance responsibility","description":"Relative to the penalties for certain violations of the workers' compensation insurance law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4233","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1496/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1496","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":503308,"bill_number":"H1497","title":"Updating Chapter 268 Section 33","description":"Relative to impersonating certain public officials and increasing the fines for violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1497/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1497","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503309,"bill_number":"H1498","title":"Updating Chapter 268 Section 35","description":"Relative to increasing the maximum fine for misuse of the official seal of a town. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1498/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1498","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503310,"bill_number":"H1499","title":"Relative to establishing an appeals process for private sector human service workers","description":"Relativerelative to establishing an appeals process for private sector human service workers. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1500/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1500","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":503312,"bill_number":"H1501","title":"To require only justices to conduct bail hearings on certain arrested persons with multiple pending felony charges","description":"For legislation to require only justices to conduct bail hearings on certain arrested persons with multiple pending felony charges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1501/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1501","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":503313,"bill_number":"H1502","title":"Requiring only a justice to remove a trial default of a defendant who fails to appear at trial","description":"Relative to restricting the issuance of bail for persons arrested as a result of a trial default warrant. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1502/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1502","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":503314,"bill_number":"H1503","title":"Relative to farmers markets","description":"Relativerelative to the liability of farmers' markets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1503/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1503","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":503315,"bill_number":"H1504","title":"Relative to the donations of leftover food by restaurants and cafeterias","description":"Relativerelative to the donations of leftover food by restaurants and cafeterias. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1504/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1504","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":503316,"bill_number":"H1505","title":"Relative to surety bond requirements for veterans","description":"Relativerelative to surety bond requirements for veterans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1505/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1505","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":503317,"bill_number":"H1506","title":"Authorizing the Governor to designate an addtional justice of the peace in the town of Westwood","description":"For legislation to authorize the Governor to designate an additional justice of the peace in the town of Westwood to solemnize marriages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1506/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1506","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":503318,"bill_number":"H1507","title":"Relative to reinstituting capital punishment in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to reinstituting capital punishment in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1507/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1507","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":503320,"bill_number":"H1508","title":"To authorize the arrest for assault and battery on a public employee","description":"For legislation to authorize the arrest without a warrant of any person for probable cause of assault and battery on a public employee or health care worker. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1508/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1508","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":503321,"bill_number":"H1509","title":"Amending the sex offender registry statute to require immediate registration of sex offenders","description":"For legislation to require the immediate registration of sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1509/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1509","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":503322,"bill_number":"H1510","title":"Relevant to police investigations","description":"Relative to authorizing the recording of conversations during certain investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1510/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1510","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503323,"bill_number":"H1511","title":"To reform foster care services for children with regards to best interest representation","description":"For legislation to reform foster care services for children with regards to best interest representation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1511/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1511","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503324,"bill_number":"H1512","title":"Relative to assuring availability for trial of certain defendants","description":"For legislation to order defendants held until they can be brought to trial if they are in danger of deportation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1512/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1512","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503325,"bill_number":"H1513","title":"Clarifying certain penalties for felonies in correctional institutions","description":"Relative to assault, assault and battery, destruction of property and refusal to obey a lawful order within a correctional facility. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1513/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1513","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503326,"bill_number":"H1514","title":"Pertaining to judicial years of service","description":"Relative to the salaries of certain justices of the Appeals Court or the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1514/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1514","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503327,"bill_number":"H1515","title":"Relative to public possession of marijuana in a municipality","description":"Relativerelative to possession of marijuana on certain public property in cities and towns. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1515/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1515","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503328,"bill_number":"H1516","title":"Resolve for a commission to study foreclosure mediation program","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve for a commission to study foreclosure mediation program By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of James M. Murphy for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on the viability of a foreclosure mediation program and the establishment and implementation of said program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1516/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1516","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503329,"bill_number":"H1517","title":"Relative to landlords accountability with regard to drug houses","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for landlords knowingly providing premises used for illegal drug purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1517/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1517","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503330,"bill_number":"H1518","title":"Relative to police officer access to probation records","description":"Relativerelative to police officer access to probation records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1518/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1518","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503331,"bill_number":"H1519","title":"Relative to court house closings during inclement weather","description":"Relativerelative to the closing of courthouses during inclement weather. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1519/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1519","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503332,"bill_number":"H1520","title":"To increase the fines and penalties on the practice of shark-finning","description":"For legislation to prohibit the taking of sharks for the purpose of removing their fins and establishing a penalty for violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1520/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1520","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":503333,"bill_number":"H1521","title":"Prohibiting the use of Salvia","description":"For legislation to include Salvia Divinorum and Salvinorin A in the classification of controlled substances. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1522/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1522","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503335,"bill_number":"H1523","title":"To remove the statute of limitation for the offense of rape","description":"For legislation to remove the statute of limitation for the offense of rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1523/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1523","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503336,"bill_number":"H1524","title":"Relative to the Recreational Tramway Board","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of warnings and maximum penalties for certain violations of ski area operators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1524/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1524","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503337,"bill_number":"H1525","title":"Relative to criminal offender information","description":"Relativerelative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1525/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1525","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503338,"bill_number":"H1526","title":"Relative to public access to sex offender information","description":"Relativerelative to public access to sex offender information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1526/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1526","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503339,"bill_number":"H1527","title":"Relative to the prevention of child sex abuse","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for sexual abuse of a child under the age of 13. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1527/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1527","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503340,"bill_number":"H1528","title":"Relative to the protection of children and developmentally disabled individuals","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of children and developmentally disabled individuals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1528/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1528","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503341,"bill_number":"H1529","title":"Relative to updating Massachusetts sex offender laws","description":"Relativerelative to the sex offender laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1529/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1529","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503343,"bill_number":"H1530","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to research, assess, and develop procedures to implement a system permitting criminal offender record information requestors to conduct fingerprint-based checks of the national criminal history databases.","description":"Relative to establishing a commission to research, assess, and develop procedures to implement a system permitting criminal offender record information requestors to conduct fingerprint-based checks of the national criminal history databases. By Representatives O'Connell of Taunton and Dwyer of Woburn, a petition of Shaunna O'Connell, James J. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1532/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1532","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503346,"bill_number":"H1533","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of motor vehicle crashes","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the penalties for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1533/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1533","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":503347,"bill_number":"H1534","title":"Relative to manslaughter.","description":"Relativerelative to the penalties for manslaughter by corporations . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-11-18","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1534/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1534","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503348,"bill_number":"H1535","title":"Relative to attorney client privilege and attorney work product materials","description":"Relativerelative to attorney client privilege and attorney work product materials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1535/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1535","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503349,"bill_number":"H1536","title":"To legitimize structures after six or ten years of continuous use","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations in certain court actions involving zoning violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1536/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1536","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503351,"bill_number":"H1537","title":"Relative to notice of contract, dissolution of lien","description":"Relativerelative to contractor and subcontractor liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1537/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1537","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503352,"bill_number":"H1538","title":"Establishing a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County","description":"For legislation to establish a regional lockup facility in Suffolk County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1538/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1538","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503353,"bill_number":"H1539","title":"Relative to competency for juveniles","description":"Relativerelative to competency of juveniles to stand trial. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1539/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1539","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503354,"bill_number":"H1540","title":"Making corrections to the adopted childrens act","description":"For legislation to make certain changes to the adopted childrens act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1540/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1540","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503355,"bill_number":"H1541","title":"Relative to the justices of the housing court","description":"For legislation to provide an additional justice for the northeastern division of the Housing Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1541/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1541","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503356,"bill_number":"H1542","title":"To increase the use of community corrections in the supervision of criminal defendants and in the re-entry of incarcerated offenders","description":"For legislation to implement a pilot project for reforming re-entry and community supervision of criminal defendants and offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1542/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1542","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503357,"bill_number":"H1543","title":"To protect the community against sex offenders","description":"For legislation to require homeless sex offenders on probation or parole supervision to wear a global positioning system device. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1543/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1543","sponsor":"Eugene O'Flaherty"}, {"bill_id":503358,"bill_number":"H1544","title":"Relative to the termination of parental rights in cases where a child is born of sexual assault or rape","description":"Relativerelative to the termination of parental rights in cases where a child is born of sexual assault or rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1544/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1544","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":503359,"bill_number":"H1545","title":"Relative to additional justices of the peace","description":"Relativerelative to providing for additional justices of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1545/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1545","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":503360,"bill_number":"H1546","title":"Establishing a task force to study grandparents' visitation rights","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to study grandparents' visitation rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1546/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1546","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":503361,"bill_number":"H1547","title":"Permitting games of skill in veterans and non-profit and fraternal organizations","description":"Relative to permitting games of skill in veterans and non-profit and fraternal organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1547/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1547","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":503362,"bill_number":"H1548","title":"Relative to living wills","description":"Relativerelative to living wills. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1548/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1548","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":503363,"bill_number":"H1549","title":"Improving apprehension of drunk drivers and other law violators","description":"Relative to improving the apprehension of drunk drivers and other law violators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1549/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1549","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503364,"bill_number":"H1550","title":"Relative to the awarding of costs and attorney’s fees","description":"Relativerelative to the awarding of costs and attorney’s fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1550/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1550","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503365,"bill_number":"H1551","title":"Relative to parental choice of terminology in certain domestic relations matters","description":"Relativerelative to parental choice in child custody agreements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4233","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1551/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1551","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503366,"bill_number":"H1552","title":"Ensuring confidentiality for victims of rape and domestic violence","description":"Relative to ensuring confidentiality for victims of rape and domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1552/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1552","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503367,"bill_number":"H1553","title":"Providing against compelled disclosure of certain information by the news media","description":"Relative to providing protection against compelled disclosure of certain information by members of the news media. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1553/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1553","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503368,"bill_number":"H1554","title":"Further clarifying the rights of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to certain rights of persons with disabilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1554/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1554","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503369,"bill_number":"H1555","title":"To reduce lead poisoning in children","description":"Relative to criminal complaints for failure to comply with certain lead poisoning regulations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1555/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1555","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503370,"bill_number":"H1556","title":"Relative to the Homestead Act","description":"Relativerelative to tort liability prior to the acquisition of estates of homestead. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1556/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1556","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503371,"bill_number":"H1557","title":"Protecting the rights of private property owners","description":"Relative to protecting the rights of private property owners from certain land takings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1557/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1557","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":503372,"bill_number":"H1558","title":"To compensate the owners of private property for the effects of certain regulatory restrictions","description":"Relative to state agency compensation for owners of private property taken by eminent domain for regulatory purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1558/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1558","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":503373,"bill_number":"H1559","title":"Relative to perspective purchasers in manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation to require financial and criminal background searches of perspective purchasers in manufactured housing communities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1559","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":503374,"bill_number":"H1560","title":"Relative to civil liability for protecting one's home","description":"Relativerelative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1560/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1560","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":503375,"bill_number":"H1561","title":"Providing for drug and alcohol free school zones","description":"Relative to providing for drug and alcohol free school zones and penalties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1561/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1561","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":503376,"bill_number":"H1562","title":"Authorizing sheriffs to impose fees","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing sheriffs to impose fees By Ms. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that county commissioners and the sheriffs for the various counties institute a schedule of fees and assess fees to inmates in their custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1562/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1562","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503377,"bill_number":"H1563","title":"Providing for interstate criminal offender records be made available to certain persons and agencies","description":"For legislation to provide that interstate criminal offender records be made available to certain persons and agencies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1563/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1563","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503378,"bill_number":"H1564","title":"Providing visitation rights for great-grandparents","description":"For legislation to provide visitation rights for great grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1564/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1564","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503379,"bill_number":"H1565","title":"Relative to a woman's right to know","description":"Relativerelative to information provided to women seeking abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1565/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1565","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503380,"bill_number":"H1566","title":"Relative to expanding protections against the crime of incest","description":"Relativerelative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1566/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1566","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503381,"bill_number":"H1567","title":"Relative to sex selection in pregnancy","description":"For legislation to prohibit abortions solely on account of the sex of the unborn child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1567/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1567","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503382,"bill_number":"H1568","title":"Relative to the protection of persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for the crime of committing sexual abuse against persons with disabilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1568/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1568","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503383,"bill_number":"H1569","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts homestead law","description":"For legislation to expand the definition \"owner\" in relation to homestead protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1569/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1569","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":503384,"bill_number":"H1570","title":"To promote pedestrian safety","description":"Relative to liablity for injuries or damages sustained upon public ways by reason of snow or ice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1570/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1570","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":503385,"bill_number":"H1571","title":"Relative to the award of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters","description":"Relativerelative to attorney’s fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1571/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1571","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":503386,"bill_number":"H1572","title":"Relative to motor vehicle homicide","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for negligent operation of a motor vehicle resulting in the death of another person. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1572/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1572","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":503387,"bill_number":"H1573","title":"Relative to contracts between court reporters and an attorney or party having a financial interest in an action","description":"Relativerelative to contracts between court reporters and attorneys or parties having a financial interest in actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1573/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1573","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":503388,"bill_number":"H1574","title":"Regarding work release programs","description":"Relative to work release programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1574","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":503389,"bill_number":"H1575","title":"Relative to oil spills on public ways","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for commercial motor vehicle oil spills on public ways. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1575","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":503390,"bill_number":"H1576","title":"Relative to the tort liability of hospitals.","description":"Relativerelative to the tort liability of hospitals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1576","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":503391,"bill_number":"H1577","title":"Relative to the protection of firefighters and emergency medical technicians","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of firefighters and emergency medical technicians from civil liability for rendering emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1577","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":503392,"bill_number":"H1578","title":"Relative to stolen animals","description":"Relativerelative to veterinarians identifying and reporting stolen animals and the charging of persons in possession of said animals with receiving stolen property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1578","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":503393,"bill_number":"H1579","title":"Relative to protective orders","description":"Relativerelative to protective orders involving a minor child of the plaintiff and defendant. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1579","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":503394,"bill_number":"H1580","title":"To provide remedies to consumers for clearing title after payoff of mortgages","description":"For legislation to provide remedies to consumers for clearing titles after the payoff of mortgages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1580/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1580","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":503395,"bill_number":"H1581","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"Relativerelative to child custody arrangements of military personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1581/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1581","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":503396,"bill_number":"H1582","title":"Removing the requirement to provide notice to the department of mental health of a license granted to a guardian to sell real estate","description":"Relative to the elimination of the requirement to provide notice to the Department of Mental Health of a license granted to a guardian to sell real estate. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1583/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1583","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":503398,"bill_number":"H1584","title":"Relative to landlord and tenant law","description":"Relativerelative to the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants in eviction proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1584/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1584","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":503399,"bill_number":"H1585","title":"Relative to unfair and deceptive practices","description":"Relativerelative to the right of a trial by jury for unfair and deceptive practices. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1587/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1587","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":503402,"bill_number":"H1588","title":"To improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1591/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1591","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":503406,"bill_number":"H1592","title":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating certain private consensual intimate conduct between adults","description":"Relativerelative to the reform of laws implicating certain private consensual intimate conduct between adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1592/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1592","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":503407,"bill_number":"H1593","title":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating tramps, vagrants, and vagabonds","description":"Relativerelative to the reform of laws implicating tramps, vagrants, and vagabonds. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1594/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1594","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":503410,"bill_number":"H1595","title":"Relative to assault and battery upon public employees","description":"Relativerelative to assault and battery upon public employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1595/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1595","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":503411,"bill_number":"H1596","title":"To prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"Relative to occupants remaining in residences after the sale of foreclosed properties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1596/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1596","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":503412,"bill_number":"H1597","title":"Relative to responsible counseling","description":"Relativerelative to written consent of a parent or legal guardian and counseling of minor pregnant women seeking aboritions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1597/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1597","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503414,"bill_number":"H1598","title":"To protect consumers from usurious rates on credit cards","description":"Relative to restricting legal action against certain credit card consumers . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1598/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1598","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503415,"bill_number":"H1599","title":"Modernizing notary services","description":"Relative to regulating notarization to allow for electronic notaries. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1599/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1599","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503416,"bill_number":"H1600","title":"To update guardianship laws","description":"For legislation to update guardianship laws to empower people with disabilties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1600/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1600","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503417,"bill_number":"H1601","title":"To reduce smoking by minors","description":"Relative to the possession of cigarettes or cigarette rolling papers by minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1601/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1601","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503418,"bill_number":"H1602","title":"Relative to limited civil liability for sports officials","description":"Relativerelative to limited civil liability for sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1602/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1602","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503419,"bill_number":"H1603","title":"Relative to the supervision of public records","description":"Relativerelative to the supervision of public records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1603/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1603","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503420,"bill_number":"H1604","title":"Relative to civil motor vehicle infractions","description":"Relativerelative to civil motor vehicle infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1604/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1604","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503421,"bill_number":"H1605","title":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for assault upon sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1605","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503422,"bill_number":"H1606","title":"Relative to agricultural crop and property destruction","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the destruction of crops and agricultural property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1606","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":503423,"bill_number":"H1607","title":"Relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police","description":"For legislation relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1607","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503424,"bill_number":"H1608","title":"Relative to the resolution of disputes for condominium or homeowners associations","description":"Relativerelative to condominium and homeowners association disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1608","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503425,"bill_number":"H1609","title":"Relative to the Franklin and Hampshire counties juvenile court","description":"Relativerelative to the appointment of a first assistant clerk for the Juvenile Court of Franklin and Hampshire counties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1609","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503426,"bill_number":"H1610","title":"Relative to Discrimination Because of a Known Relationship or Association With a Handicapped Individual","description":"Relativerelative to discrimination because of a relationship or association with a handicapped individual. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1615","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"}, {"bill_id":503432,"bill_number":"H1616","title":"Preventing foreclosures by reducing administrative costs for small business property owners","description":"Relative to the disposition of the personal property of tenants in actions for possession of land or tenements. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1620","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":503437,"bill_number":"H1621","title":"Increasing the penalty for assault and battery on a police officer","description":"For legislation to increase the penalty for assault and battery on a police officer. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1624","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":503441,"bill_number":"H1625","title":"Relative to the jurisdiction of Peabody District Court","description":"For legislation to transfer the jurisdiction of the towns of Danvers and Middleton from the Salem District Court to the Peabody District Court. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1627","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":503444,"bill_number":"H1628","title":"Creating a pilot program to discourage drinking by individuals under the legal drinking age and to provide a non-criminal disposition process for first offenders, including alcohol education","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program to discourage drinking by individuals under the legal drinking age and to provide a non-criminal disposition process for first offenders, including alcohol education. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1628/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1628","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":503445,"bill_number":"H1629","title":"Establishing a time frame for taking action against an appraiser","description":"For legislation to limit the time within which certain legal actions may be taken against appraisers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1629/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1629","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":503446,"bill_number":"H1630","title":"Updating the laws to protect women's health","description":"For legislation to further regulate the performance of abortions and protecting women’s reproductive health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1630","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":503447,"bill_number":"H1631","title":"Relative to the compensation of judicial officers and cost of living adjustments","description":"Relativerelative to the compensation of judicial officers and cost-of-living adjustments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1631","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":503448,"bill_number":"H1632","title":"To regulate and tax the cannabis industry","description":"For legislation to legalize marijuana and establish a tax on the cannabis industry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1632","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":503449,"bill_number":"H1633","title":"Relative to administration of the government","description":"For legislation to authorize the Attorney General of the Commonwealth to represent county sheriffs in all suits and civil proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1633/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1633","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":503450,"bill_number":"H1634","title":"To further protect citizens of the Commonwealth from skimming and radio frequency identification theft","description":"Relative to the use of a radio frequency scanning devices or reencoders to obtain personal identification information for the purpose of committing fraud. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1634","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":503451,"bill_number":"H1635","title":"Relative to stenographers and transcribers","description":"Relativerelative to the compensation of judicial stenographers and transcribers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1635","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":503452,"bill_number":"H1636","title":"Relative to returning fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws","description":"Relativerelative to returning fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1636","sponsor":"David Sullivan"}, {"bill_id":503453,"bill_number":"H1637","title":"Relative to removing fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws","description":"Relativerelative to removing fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1637","sponsor":"David Sullivan"}, {"bill_id":503454,"bill_number":"H1638","title":"To establish the Massachusetts innocence commission","description":"Bill Title: An Act to establish the Massachusetts innocence commission By Mr. Swan of Springfield, a petition of Benjamin Swan and others for the establishment of a Massachusetts innocence commission to analyze the circumstances of innocent persons being charged, prosecuted, convicted and incarcerated. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1638/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1638","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503455,"bill_number":"H1639","title":"Relative to abuse prevention","description":"For legislation to provide additional assistance to victims of domestic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1639/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1639","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503456,"bill_number":"H1640","title":"Relative to regulations requiring secure videotaping of the booking process of state police arrestees","description":"Relativerelative to requiring the video or digital recording of statements made by all parties participating in the booking process of persons arrested by state police officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1640/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1640","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503457,"bill_number":"H1641","title":"Relative to telephone service for inmates in all correctional and other penal institutions in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to telephone service for inmates in correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1641/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1641","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503458,"bill_number":"H1642","title":"To establish standards of conduct for district attorneys and provide for duties of the supreme judicial court and for penalties","description":"For legislation to establish standards of conduct for district attorneys subject to the jurisdiction of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Judicial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1642/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1642","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503459,"bill_number":"H1643","title":"Affecting the housing of prisoners","description":"Relative to the housing of prisoners in correctional institutions of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1643/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1643","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503460,"bill_number":"H1644","title":"Decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct","description":"Relative to the punishment of young children who verbally disrupt school settings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1644/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1644","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503461,"bill_number":"H1645","title":"To reform the \"school zone\" law for drug offenses","description":"Relative to drug offenses and the definition of school zone. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1645/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1645","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503462,"bill_number":"H1646","title":"To repeal mandatory minimum sentencing laws for drug offenses","description":"For legislation to repeal mandatory minimum sentencing laws for drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1646/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1646","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503463,"bill_number":"H1647","title":"To provide for recording of statements","description":"For legislation to require that certain interogations be electronically recorded to be admissible in court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1647/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1647","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503464,"bill_number":"H1648","title":"To protect privacy","description":"For legislation to provide certain protections in criminal investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1648/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1648","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503465,"bill_number":"H1649","title":"Relative to the advisory board to the justices of the supreme judicial court","description":"Relativerelative to membership of the Advisory Board to the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1649/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1649","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":503466,"bill_number":"H1650","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relativerelative to increases the maximum fee charged by any person authorized to take bail . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1650/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1650","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":503467,"bill_number":"H1651","title":"Relative to work release eligibility","description":"For legislation to permit Sheriffs to grant work release to inmates without direct supervision by corrections officers in the inmate's place of employment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1651/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1651","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":503468,"bill_number":"H1652","title":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"Relativerelative to the advisory committee on personnel standards of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1652/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1652","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":503469,"bill_number":"H1653","title":"Relative to child testimony","description":"Relativerelative to recording the testimony of children as witnesses in certain court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1653/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1653","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503470,"bill_number":"H1654","title":"Making display of an invalid workers compensation certificate a criminal offense","description":"Relative to making display of an invalid workers compensation certificate a criminal offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1654/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1654","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503471,"bill_number":"H1655","title":"To require verified complaints in summary process actions","description":"For legislation to require verified complaints in summary process actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1655/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1655","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503472,"bill_number":"H1656","title":"Requiring rent escrow.","description":"Relative to requiring rent escrow accounts in complaints for eviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1656/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1656","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503474,"bill_number":"H1657","title":"Relative to drug and alcohol testing","description":"Relativerelativerelative to driving under the influence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1657/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1657","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503475,"bill_number":"H1658","title":"To amend Chapter 90, section 24 by adding the following provision","description":"For legislation to include prior convictions of operating vessels under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the offender's motor vehicle records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1658/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1658","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503477,"bill_number":"H1659","title":"To amend Chapter 90B, section 8 by adding the following provision","description":"For legislation to add prior convictions of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the offender's boating record. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1659/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1659","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503478,"bill_number":"H1660","title":"Relative to the safety of children in camps","description":"For legislation to prohibit sex offenders from employment or volunteer status at camps for children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1660/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1660","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503479,"bill_number":"H1661","title":"Affecting landlord’s rights","description":"Relative to the representation of a landlord in eviction actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1661/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1661","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503480,"bill_number":"H1662","title":"Requiring rent escrow","description":"Relative to rent escrow accounts in eviction actions involving counterclaims concerning the conditions of the premises. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1662/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1662","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503481,"bill_number":"H1663","title":"To affecting municipal rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to restricting the use of marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1663/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1663","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503482,"bill_number":"H1664","title":"Affecting landlords’ rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to rental property and medical marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1664/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1664","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503483,"bill_number":"H1665","title":"Relative to the voluntary surrender of time share interval","description":"Relativerelative to the voluntary surrendering of time share interval deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1665/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1665","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503484,"bill_number":"H1666","title":"Relative to the protection of public safety officers","description":"For legislation to establish a criminal penalty for possession of a handcuff key by certain persons held in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1666/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1666","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":503485,"bill_number":"H1667","title":"Relative to judgment for alimony","description":"Relativerelative to judgment for alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1667/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1667","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":503486,"bill_number":"H1668","title":"Concerning time of sentence while in confinement to isolation","description":"Relative to the time of sentence while in confinement to isolation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1668/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1668","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":503487,"bill_number":"H1669","title":"Requiring the use of escrow accounts during rent disputes","description":"Relative to requiring the use of escrow accounts during rent disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1669/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1669","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503488,"bill_number":"H1670","title":"Relative to the modification of late fees","description":"Relativerelative to the modification of lease or rental agreement late fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1670/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1670","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503489,"bill_number":"H1671","title":"Authorizing the town of Framingham to join the Housing Court Department","description":"For legislation to include Framingham in the Worcester Division of the Housing Court Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1671/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1671","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503490,"bill_number":"H1672","title":"To repeal fault grounds for divorce","description":"For legislation to to repeal fault grounds for divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1672/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1672","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503491,"bill_number":"H1673","title":"To repeal certain statutes that are unconstitutional","description":"For legislation to repeal certain statutes regarding, education and morality that may be considered unconstitutional. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1673/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1673","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503492,"bill_number":"H1674","title":"To require national background checks","description":"Relative to national criminal offender record information checks for persons working with individuals served by the Department of Mental Retardation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4125","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1674/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1674","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503493,"bill_number":"H1675","title":"Clarifying the technical definition of a dangerous weapon in a school zone","description":"Relative to the definition of a dangerous weapon and the possession of such weapons in the vicinity of educational facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1675/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1675","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503494,"bill_number":"H1676","title":"Criminalizing the possession of ingredients for manufactured drugs","description":"For legislation to prohibit the possession of ingredients used in manufacturing certain drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1676/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1676","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503495,"bill_number":"H1677","title":"Requiring a cleanup of Brownfield sites taken by eminent domain","description":"Relative to requiring owners of \"Brownfields\" sites taken by eminent domain to be responsible for clean-up costs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1677/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1677","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503496,"bill_number":"H1678","title":"To clarify the reporting of medical liability claims","description":"For legislation to clarify the reporting of medical liability claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1678/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1678","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503497,"bill_number":"H1679","title":"Relative to an unauthorized radio telecommunication","description":"Relativerelative to a penalty for the unauthorized transmission to, or interference with, a public or commercial radio station. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1679/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1679","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503498,"bill_number":"H1680","title":"Relative to eminent domain takings","description":"Relativerelative to eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1680/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1680","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503499,"bill_number":"H1681","title":"Relative to the maximum age for jurors","description":"For legislation to raise the maximum age for jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1681/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1681","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503500,"bill_number":"H1682","title":"Relative to employee references","description":"For legislation to provide immunity from civil liability for persons providing employee references to prospective employers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1682/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1682","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503501,"bill_number":"H1683","title":"Regulating compensation of board members for public charities","description":"For legislation to regulate the compensation payable to board members of public charities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1683/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1683","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503502,"bill_number":"H1684","title":"Updating privacy protections for personal electronic information","description":"For legislation to further define privacy protections for personal electronic information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1684/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1684","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503503,"bill_number":"H1685","title":"Regulating fees for solemnizing marriages","description":"For legislation to regulate the solemnization of certain marriages by public employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1685/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1685","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503504,"bill_number":"H1686","title":"To increase prison inmate rehabilitation and decrease costs of incarceration","description":"For legislation to enhance prison inmate rehabilitation and decrease incarceration costs through prison industries programs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1686/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1686","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503505,"bill_number":"H1687","title":"Relative to consumer protection laws","description":"Relativerelative to plaintiffs in consumer protection actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1687/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1687","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503506,"bill_number":"H1688","title":"Relative to shared custody","description":"Relativerelative to shared custody of children after the parents have separated and divorced. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1688/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1688","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503507,"bill_number":"H1689","title":"To require judicial consideration of lawful alien status for bail","description":"For legislation to require judicial consideration of lawful alien status for bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1689/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1689","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503508,"bill_number":"H1690","title":"Relative to traffic stops","description":"Relativerelative to traffic stops. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1691/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1691","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":503510,"bill_number":"H1692","title":"Relative to rape of a child by force","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty imposed by the courts in the Commonwealth for the rape of a child under fourteen years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1692/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1692","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":503511,"bill_number":"H1693","title":"Relative to sexual deviants","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the penalty for persons convicted of certain sexual crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1693/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1693","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":503512,"bill_number":"H1694","title":"Providing benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the Worker’s Compensation Act","description":"For legislation to provide benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the Worker’s Compensation Act. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1695/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1695","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":503514,"bill_number":"H1696","title":"Relative to overtime for garagemen","description":"Relativerelative to overtime for garagemen. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1696/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1696","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":503515,"bill_number":"H1697","title":"Relative to impartial medical examiners","description":"Relativerelative to the appointment of an impartial physician to examine injured workers in workers' compensation cases. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1697/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1697","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503516,"bill_number":"H1698","title":"Providing for burial benefits under the workers' compensation act","description":"Relative to burial benefits under the workers' compensation law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3766","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1698/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1698","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503517,"bill_number":"H1699","title":"Relative to workers compensation benefits","description":"Relativerelative to workers compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1699/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1699","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503518,"bill_number":"H1700","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"Relative to health care worker safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1700/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1700","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503519,"bill_number":"H1701","title":"To improve the Commonwealth's economy with a strong minimum wage","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1701/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1701","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503520,"bill_number":"H1702","title":"Further defining comparable work","description":"For legislation to further define comparable worth in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3883","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1702/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1702","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":503521,"bill_number":"H1703","title":"Relative to a rate freeze of benefit unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to a rate freeze of benefit unemployment insurance in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1703/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1703","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503522,"bill_number":"H1704","title":"Relative to the workers’ compensation exclusion for business owners","description":"Relativerelative to the workers’ compensation exclusion for business owners. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1704/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1704","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503523,"bill_number":"H1705","title":"To protect wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card","description":"For legislation to protect wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1706/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1706","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":503525,"bill_number":"H1707","title":"Relative to social network privacy and employment","description":"Relativerelative to social network privacy and employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2118","last_action_date":"2014-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1707/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1707","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503526,"bill_number":"H1708","title":"Establishing uniform wage compliance and recordkeeping","description":"For legislation to further regulate the method of calculating the period of time for employees in filing certain complaints with the Attorney General under the labor relations laws of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S858","last_action_date":"2014-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1708/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1708","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503527,"bill_number":"H1709","title":"Relative to the competitive determination of workers' compensation insurance rates","description":"Relativerelative to the competitive determination of workers compensation insurance rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1709/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1709","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503528,"bill_number":"H1710","title":"Promoting fairness in private construction contracts","description":"Bill Title: An Act promoting fairness in private construction contracts By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins and others promoting fairness in private construction contracts. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1711/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1711","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"}, {"bill_id":503530,"bill_number":"H1712","title":"Relative to economic stability for displaced service workers","description":"For legislation to provide economic stability for displaced non professional airport employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S847","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1712/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1712","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"}, {"bill_id":503531,"bill_number":"H1713","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relativerelative to workers' compensation to persons with permanent and total injuries. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1713/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1713","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503532,"bill_number":"H1714","title":"Limiting executive salaries of state funded nonprofit organizations and public charities","description":"For legislation to limit executive salaries of state funded nonprofit organizations and public charities. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4082","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1715/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1715","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":503534,"bill_number":"H1716","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relativerelative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S874","last_action_date":"2014-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1716/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1716","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":503535,"bill_number":"H1717","title":"Relative to Workers Compensation Insurance","description":"Relativerelative to out of state workers compensation insurance for certain temporary employment. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4440","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1726/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1726","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503547,"bill_number":"H1727","title":"To limit indemnity and insurance responsibility for general contractors and subcontractors in construction work","description":"For legislation to limit indemnity and insurance responsibility for general contractors and subcontractors in construction work. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S891","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1727/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1727","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503548,"bill_number":"H1728","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers act","description":"For legislation to prevent contracts of waivers in employment cases of claims concerning discrimination, non-payment of wages or benefits, retaliation or harassment or violation of public policy. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S848","last_action_date":"2013-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1728/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1728","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"}, {"bill_id":503549,"bill_number":"H1729","title":"Relative to the prohibition of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relativerelative to the prohibition of noncompetition business agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4082","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1729/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1729","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":503550,"bill_number":"H1730","title":"Related to personnel records","description":"Relative to employees' access to personnel records. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1730/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1730","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":503551,"bill_number":"H1731","title":"Relative to the use of credit reports in the hiring process","description":"For legislation to prohibit employers from discriminating against certain employees or potential employees based on a credit history or report. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1731/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1731","sponsor":"Carlos Henriquez"}, {"bill_id":503552,"bill_number":"H1732","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance reform","description":"Relativerelative to unemployment insurance reform. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1732/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1732","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503553,"bill_number":"H1733","title":"To provide a safe workplace for employees of the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions","description":"Bill Title: An Act to provide a safe workplace for employees of the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others to provide a safe workplace for employees of the Commonwealth and its political sub-divisions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1733/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1733","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503554,"bill_number":"H1734","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"Relativerelative to unemployment insurance contributions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1734/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1734","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503555,"bill_number":"H1735","title":"Relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits","description":"Relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that employees injured due to willful misconduct be prohibited from receiving any portion of compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1735/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1735","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503556,"bill_number":"H1736","title":"Relative to the definition of an employee","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of an employee under the labor laws for certain persons performing services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1736/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1736","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503557,"bill_number":"H1737","title":"Relative to the penalty for failure to timely report injuries under the workers' compensation act","description":"Relativerelative to the penalty for failure to timely report injuries under the workers' compensation law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1737/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1737","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503558,"bill_number":"H1738","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"Relativerelative to intellectual property . Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1738/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1738","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":503559,"bill_number":"H1739","title":"Establishing earned paid sick time","description":"For legislation to establish earned paid sick time for certain employees rendering personal care. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S900","last_action_date":"2014-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1739/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1739","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503560,"bill_number":"H1740","title":"Providing unpaid family and medical leave","description":"For legislation to require certain employers to provide unpaid family and medical leave. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1741/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1741","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":503562,"bill_number":"H1742","title":"To reduce the cost of business ownership","description":"For legislation to waive the initial organization and annual filing fees for certain businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1742/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1742","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503563,"bill_number":"H1743","title":"Encouraging teen employment","description":"Relative to wages paid to persons under eighteen years of age. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1743/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1743","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503564,"bill_number":"H1744","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers and prospective employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Reporting date extended to Thursday, July 31, 2014, pending concurrence","last_action_date":"2014-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1744/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1744","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503565,"bill_number":"H1745","title":"Providing fair chances for employment","description":"For legislation to prohibit prospective employer discrimination against persons who are or have been unemployed. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1745/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1745","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503566,"bill_number":"H1746","title":"Regulating Chapter 136","description":"Relative to the compensation of employees on Sundays and holidays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1746/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1746","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503567,"bill_number":"H1747","title":"Relative to job creation through employee ownership","description":"For legislation to require business owners to notify employees of their eligibility to purchase or bid on said business prior to transfers of the business. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1747/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1747","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503568,"bill_number":"H1748","title":"To Create a Workers’ Compensation Classification for Reinforcing Steel","description":"Bill Title: An Act to Create a Workers’ Compensation Classification for Reinforcing Steel By Mr. Mark of Hancock (by request), a petition of Paul W. Mark that the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council conduct a study of the need for a new insurance classification for repairing and reinforcing steel on existing bridge steel. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1748/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1748","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503569,"bill_number":"H1749","title":"To further protect an employee's right to tips","description":"Bill Title: An Act to further protect an employee's right to tips By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of Aaron Michlewitz to further protect an employee's right to tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1749/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1749","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":503570,"bill_number":"H1750","title":"Establishing the domestic workers’ bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish employment rights for certain domestic workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3884","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1750/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1750","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503571,"bill_number":"H1751","title":"Concerning fair retainage payments in private construction","description":"Relative to retainage payments in certain construction projects. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2120","last_action_date":"2014-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1751/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1751","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503572,"bill_number":"H1752","title":"Relative to prevailing wages","description":"Relativerelative to prevailing wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4498","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1752/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1752","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503573,"bill_number":"H1753","title":"Relative to promoting reasonable executive compensation at private sector human services agencies","description":"Relativerelative to executive compensation at private human services agencies. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4440","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1753/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1753","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":503574,"bill_number":"H1754","title":"Addressing long term unemployment in target communities","description":"For legislation to promote employment in target communities with long term unemployment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1754/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1754","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":503575,"bill_number":"H1755","title":"To promote unemployment fairness","description":"Relative to unemployment compensation rates from certain employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1755/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1755","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":503576,"bill_number":"H1756","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"Relativerelative to further regulating certain individuals applying for or receiving unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S864","last_action_date":"2014-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1756/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1756","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":503577,"bill_number":"H1757","title":"Promoting the Commonwealth's economic recovery with a strong minimum wage","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum wage and link future increases to the Consumer Price Index. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1757/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1757","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":503578,"bill_number":"H1758","title":"Making discrimination on the basis of height and weight unlawful","description":"For legislation to make it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of height and weight in compensation or in terms, conditions or privileges of employment. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1760/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1760","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503581,"bill_number":"H1761","title":"Further regulating workers' compensation","description":"Bill Title: An Act further regulating workers' compensation By Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, a petition of Tom Sannicandro to further regulate workers' compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1761/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1761","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":503582,"bill_number":"H1762","title":"Relative to state employment postings","description":"Relativerelative to posting employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S889","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1762/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1762","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503583,"bill_number":"H1763","title":"Promoting public labor contracts for local residents","description":"Relative to promoting public labor contracts for local residents. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1766/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1766","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":503587,"bill_number":"H1767","title":"Further defining comparable work","description":"For legislation to further define comparable work. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3883","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1767/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1767","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":503588,"bill_number":"H1768","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"Relativerelative to electronic monitoring in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2036","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1768/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1768","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":503589,"bill_number":"H1769","title":"Relative to municipal seasonal workers","description":"Relativerelative to unemployment insurance for seasonal workers at municipal, county, or state golf courses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1769/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1769","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503590,"bill_number":"H1770","title":"Regarding unemployment payments by cities and towns","description":"Relative to unemployment payments by cities and towns. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1770/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1770","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503591,"bill_number":"H1771","title":"Providing incentives for productive workers compensation audits","description":"For legislation to provide incentives for productive workers' compensation audits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-04-17","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1771/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1771","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":503592,"bill_number":"H1772","title":"Modernizing and protecting the unemployment insurance system","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1772/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1772","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503593,"bill_number":"H1773","title":"Clarifying patient safety protections","description":"Relative to mandatory overtime and collective bargaining agreements entered into by hospitals and labor organizations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4454","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1773/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1773","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503594,"bill_number":"H1774","title":"Relative to parental leave","description":"Relative to parental leave By Mr. Walsh of Boston, a petition of Martin J. Walsh, Antonio F. D. Cabral and Thomas J. Calter clarifying parental rights to unpaid family leave. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S865","last_action_date":"2013-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1774/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1774","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503595,"bill_number":"H1775","title":"To provide occupational safeguards for employees resulting from the introduction and utilization of video display terminals","description":"Relative to providing safeguards for employees using video display terminals. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1775/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1775","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503596,"bill_number":"H1776","title":"Relative to the payment of wages","description":"Relativerelative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1776/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1776","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503597,"bill_number":"H1777","title":"Regarding treble damages","description":"For legislation to provide treble damages to employees for employer violations of certain labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2036","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1777/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1777","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503598,"bill_number":"H1778","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relativerelative to labor laws governing certain independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1778/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1778","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503599,"bill_number":"H1779","title":"Relative to personnel records","description":"For legislation to further regulate personnel records maintained by employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1779/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1779","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503600,"bill_number":"H1780","title":"Relative to non-discrimination training in the workplace","description":"Relativerelative to non discrimination training in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1780/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1780","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503602,"bill_number":"H1781","title":"Promoting community service by the long-term unemployed through a civilian conservation corps","description":"For legislation to establish a civilian conservation corps promoting community service by the long-term unemployed. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1782/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1782","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503605,"bill_number":"H1783","title":"To promote efficient access to mental health services","description":"Relative to promoting efficient access to mental health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1783/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1783","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503606,"bill_number":"H1784","title":"Regarding proportional payments of the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Project","description":"For legislation relative to proportional payments of the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Project. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1784/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1784","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503607,"bill_number":"H1785","title":"Relative to the location of methadone clinics","description":"For legislation to further regulate the location of methadone clinics in the vicinity of schools. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1785/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1785","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503608,"bill_number":"H1786","title":"Relative to regulating oxycodone","description":"Relativerelative to regulating oxycodone. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1786/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1786","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":503609,"bill_number":"H1787","title":"To increase mental health facilities for women in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase access to mental health facilities for women in the Commonwealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1787/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1787","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":503610,"bill_number":"H1788","title":"Relative to creating a difficult to manage unit within the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relativerelative to creating a difficult to manage unit within the Department of Mental Health. 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Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1789/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1789","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503612,"bill_number":"H1790","title":"Relative to the civil commitment of women for alcoholism and substance abuse to MCI Framingham","description":"Relativerelative to the civil commitment of women for alcoholism and substance abuse at the Framingham Correctional Institution. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1790/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1790","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503613,"bill_number":"H1791","title":"Relative to juvenile mental health","description":"Relativerelative to juvenile mental health and substance abuse. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1791/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1791","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503614,"bill_number":"H1792","title":"Establishing assisted outpatient treatment","description":"Relative to involuntary outpatient commitment for mentally ill persons. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1792/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1792","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503615,"bill_number":"H1793","title":"To increase access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to increase access to mental health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1793/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1793","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503616,"bill_number":"H1794","title":"To ensure full and equal access to services from the Department of Mental Health for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions who otherwise meet the eligibility criteria for the Department of Mental Health Services","description":"For legislation to ensure access to Department of Mental Health services for certain individuals with autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1794/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1794","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503618,"bill_number":"H1795","title":"Regarding mental health services for families and children engaged in services","description":"Relative to conducting a review of mental health and substance abuse services for families and children in the care of the Commonwealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1795/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1795","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503619,"bill_number":"H1796","title":"Relative to behavioral health managed care organizations","description":"Relativerelative to behavioral health managed care organizations. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3665","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1796/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1796","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503620,"bill_number":"H1797","title":"Providing equitable access to behavioral health services for MassHealth consumers","description":"Relative to providing for equitable access to behavioral health services for MassHealth consumers. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1797/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1797","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503621,"bill_number":"H1798","title":"Relative to mental health and substance abuse clinics","description":"Relativerelative to mental health and substance abuse clinics. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1798/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1798","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503622,"bill_number":"H1799","title":"To protect children's mental health services","description":"Relative to mental health services for children. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1799/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1799","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503623,"bill_number":"H1800","title":"Relative to substance abuse treatment","description":"Relative to substance abuse treatment By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and others that persons with opiate addiction be eligible for treatment through MassHealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1800/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1800","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503624,"bill_number":"H1801","title":"Creating a community hospital in-patient psychiatric relief program (“chipp”)","description":"Relative to creating a community hospital in-patient psychiatric relief program. 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Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4210","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1804/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1804","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":503628,"bill_number":"H1805","title":"Relative to creating a community based flexible supports oversight commission","description":"Relativerelative to creating a community based flexible supports oversight commission . 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Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1815","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503639,"bill_number":"H1816","title":"To provide services for medically ill and mentally ill persons","description":"For legislation to provide services for medically ill and mentally ill persons. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1816/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1816","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":503640,"bill_number":"H1817","title":"Creating a special commission on applied behavior analysis","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning the use of applied behavior analysis and behavior modification procedures techniques. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1817/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1817","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503641,"bill_number":"H1818","title":"Relative to Medicaid spending","description":"For legislation to require the Office of Medicaid to conduct a study of all medication-assisted treatments for opioid addiction. 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Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1820/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1820","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":503644,"bill_number":"H1821","title":"Establishing a community safe school fund","description":"Relative to establishing a community safe school fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1821/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1821","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":503645,"bill_number":"H1822","title":"Relative to municipal use of insurance proceeds","description":"Relativerelative to municipal use of insurance proceeds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1822/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1822","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503646,"bill_number":"H1823","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"Relative to recycling By Ms. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield, a petition of Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera that certain recycling funds paid to cities and towns be used exclusively for funding extracurricular activities in schools. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1823/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1823","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503647,"bill_number":"H1824","title":"Establishing a seized animal fund","description":"Relative to establishing a seized animal fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1824/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1824","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503648,"bill_number":"H1825","title":"Regulating the sale of dogs","description":"Relative to regulating the sale of dogs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3762","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1825/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1825","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503649,"bill_number":"H1826","title":"Relative to the tethering of dogs outside","description":"Relativerelative to the tethering of dogs outside. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1826/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1826","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503650,"bill_number":"H1827","title":"Relative to voting qualification of municipal boards at public hearings","description":"Relativerelative to the voting qualifications of municipal board members at public hearings. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1827/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1827","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":503651,"bill_number":"H1828","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of sober houses","description":"Relativerelative to zoning ordinances and by-laws for special permits or by-laws for environmental licenses for sober houses, so-called . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1828/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1828","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503652,"bill_number":"H1829","title":"Relative to the establishment of a county stabilization fund","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment of county stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1829/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1829","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503653,"bill_number":"H1830","title":"Authorizing municipal use of the prudent investor standards","description":"For legislation to authorize municipal use of the prudent investor standards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1830/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1830","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503654,"bill_number":"H1831","title":"Establishing the Plymouth County Government","description":"Relative to the Plymouth County Government. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1831/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1831","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":503655,"bill_number":"H1832","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of cities and towns","description":"For legislation to prohibit cities and towns from passing any rule, regulation, ordinance or by-law which interfers with interstate or intrastate trade or commerce. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1832/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1832","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":503656,"bill_number":"H1833","title":"Relative to combining the offices of town treasurer and town collector in the town of Dudley","description":"For legislation to combine the offices of town treasurer and town collector in the town of Dudley. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1833/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1833","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":503657,"bill_number":"H1834","title":"Relative to community regional impact between neighboring towns","description":"For legislation to provide that certain abutting cities or towns have the same privileges for comment as a city or town in which construction sites are situated. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1834/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1834","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503658,"bill_number":"H1835","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Westborough","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Westborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1835/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1835","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503659,"bill_number":"H1836","title":"Authorizing the city of Malden to convey a sewer easement over a portion of certain park land","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Malden to convey a sewer easement over a portion of certain park land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-05-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1836/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1836","sponsor":"Christopher Fallon"}, {"bill_id":503660,"bill_number":"H1837","title":"Relative to vacant lot zoning","description":"Relativerelative to the zoning of certain vacant lots. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1837/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1837","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":503661,"bill_number":"H1838","title":"Relative to zoning and solar farms","description":"For legislation to include the installation of solar energy systems or the building of structures to facilitate the collection of solar energy under local zoning ordinances or by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1838/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1838","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":503662,"bill_number":"H1839","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"Relativerelative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1839/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1839","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503663,"bill_number":"H1840","title":"Relative to dog pens and kennels","description":"Relativerelative to dog pens and kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1826","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1840/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1840","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503664,"bill_number":"H1841","title":"Authorizing the town of Groton, acting by and through its Board of Selectmen and Board of Water Commissioners, to convey a conservation restriction on certain parcels of land to the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife by its Department of Fish and Game","description":"For legislation to authorize the transfer of a certain parcel of land in the town of Groton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-05-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1841/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1841","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":503666,"bill_number":"H1842","title":"To update the public shade tree law","description":"For legislation to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1842/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1842","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":503667,"bill_number":"H1843","title":"To ensure adequate handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking spaces regulated by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1843/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1843","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":503668,"bill_number":"H1844","title":"Relative to footpaths commonly used by senior citizens","description":"For legislation to further regulate the laying out of senior citizen footpaths by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1844/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1844","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503669,"bill_number":"H1845","title":"Relative to subdivision regulations","description":"For legislation to expand subdivision regulations to include reconstruction. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1845/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1845","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":503670,"bill_number":"H1846","title":"Relative to subdivision ways","description":"Relativerelative to the acceptance of subdivision streets and roads. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1846/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1846","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":503672,"bill_number":"H1847","title":"To clarify site plan review.","description":"Relative to municipal review of proposed land use or structures not requiring a special permit or a variance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1847/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1847","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":503673,"bill_number":"H1848","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Norton","description":"For legislation amending the charter of the town of Norton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1848/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1848","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":503674,"bill_number":"H1849","title":"Creating a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1849/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1849","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":503675,"bill_number":"H1850","title":"Prohibiting lending of money by cities and towns.","description":"For legislation to prohibit the the expenditure of funds by cities and towns for the construction, ownership or operation of golf courses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1850/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1850","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":503676,"bill_number":"H1851","title":"Relative to the acceptance and disposition of municipal easements","description":"Relativerelative to the acceptance and disposition of municipal easements. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1851/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1851","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503677,"bill_number":"H1852","title":"To ensure adequate care of animals in cities and towns","description":"Relative to the care of animals in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1852/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1852","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503678,"bill_number":"H1853","title":"To promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3658","last_action_date":"2013-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1853/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1853","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":503679,"bill_number":"H1854","title":"Further regulating reporting requirements of constables.","description":"Relative to the reporting requirements of constables in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1854/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1854","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":503680,"bill_number":"H1855","title":"Relative to relative to subdivision plans","description":"Relativerelativerelative to sustainable land use involving subdivisions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1855/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1855","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":503681,"bill_number":"H1856","title":"Relative to municipal public works mutual aid","description":"Relativerelative to a statewide public works municipal mutual aid agreement . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S933","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1856/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1856","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":503682,"bill_number":"H1857","title":"Relative to streamlining municipal finance","description":"Relativerelative to streamlining municipal finance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1857/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1857","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":503683,"bill_number":"H1858","title":"To include fire districts","description":"For legislation to include fire and water districts in certain laws pertaining to cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, see H3953","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1858/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1858","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":503684,"bill_number":"H1859","title":"Promoting the planning and development of sustainable communities","description":"Relative to municipal zoning, subdivision control, and master planning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4065","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1859/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1859","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":503685,"bill_number":"H1860","title":"Relative to Cable PEG Access Enterprise Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to establish cable enterprise funds for the support of educational and governmental channels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 352 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1860/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1860","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503686,"bill_number":"H1861","title":"Extending municipal bonding terms for local infrastructure development programs","description":"For legislation to extend municipal bonding terms for local infrastructure development programs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1861/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1861","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503687,"bill_number":"H1862","title":"Supporting municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to enhance municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1862/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1862","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503688,"bill_number":"H1863","title":"Amending the Nantucket Historic District Commission Act","description":"For legislation to amend the Nantucket Historic District Commission Act. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1863/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1863","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":503689,"bill_number":"H1864","title":"Relative to vehicles of home care clinicians","description":"Relativerelative to parking for vehicles of home care clinicians. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3761","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1864/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1864","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":503690,"bill_number":"H1865","title":"Authorizing municipalities to utilize funds from enterprise accounts","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to utilize certain funds from enterprise accounts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3706","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1865/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1865","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":503691,"bill_number":"H1866","title":"Relative to municipal relief","description":"Relative to municipal relief By Mr. Moran of Boston, a petition of Michael J. Moran for the establishment of municipal relief funds in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1866/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1866","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503692,"bill_number":"H1867","title":"Relative to uniformly located address numbers on all buildings in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to uniformly located address numbers on all buildings in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1867/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1867","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503693,"bill_number":"H1868","title":"Validating the actions taken by assistant tax collector, Rosemarie Driscoll, in the town of Weymouth","description":"For legislation to validate certain actions taken by an assistant tax collector in the town of Weymouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3446","last_action_date":"2013-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1868/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1868","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":503694,"bill_number":"H1869","title":"Relative to vacant and abandoned property in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to implement an abandoned property registration and security program. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1869/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1869","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503695,"bill_number":"H1870","title":"Authorizing the town of West Boylston to assess compensatory sewer privilege fees","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of West Boylston to assess sewer privilege fees for certain connections to the common sewer and deposit said fees in the Sewer Enterprise Reserve Fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1870/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1870","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":503696,"bill_number":"H1871","title":"Authorizing alternate members on local historical commissions","description":"Relative to the appointment of alternate members on local historical commissions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3679","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1871/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1871","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":503697,"bill_number":"H1872","title":"Relative to health insurance for elected officials in the town of Harwich","description":"Relativerelative to health insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Harwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1872/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1872","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":503698,"bill_number":"H1873","title":"Relative to handicap automobile licenses or placards","description":"Relativerelative to the payment of fees to challenge or appeal a finding of a local police department by persons holding handicapped licenses or placards. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1873/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1873","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":503699,"bill_number":"H1874","title":"To protect puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to the protection of puppies and kittens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3762","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1874/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1874","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":503700,"bill_number":"H1875","title":"Creating a library building fund for the town of Wales","description":"Relative to creating a library building fund in the town of Wales. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3602","last_action_date":"2013-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1875/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1875","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":503701,"bill_number":"H1876","title":"Relative to standardizing rabies vaccination certificates","description":"Relativerelative to standardizing rabies vaccination certificates. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1876/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1876","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":503702,"bill_number":"H1877","title":"Relative to the sale and storage of goods in public ways in the city of Springfield","description":"Relativerelative to the sale and storage of goods in public ways in the city of Springfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-04-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1877/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1877","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":503703,"bill_number":"H1878","title":"Limiting time period parking parking lots can remain open","description":"For legislation to limit the operation of parking lots subcontracted for a single use event. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1878/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1878","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":503704,"bill_number":"H1879","title":"Relative to coverage of medical emergency communication costs","description":"Relativerelative to defraying the costs incurred by municipalities for certain emergency medical and public safety services. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1879/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1879","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503705,"bill_number":"H1880","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities in municipalities","description":"Relativerelative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1880/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1880","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":503706,"bill_number":"H1881","title":"To enable municipalities to more effectively address blighted properties","description":"Relative to blighted properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1881/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1881","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503707,"bill_number":"H1882","title":"Relative to the disposal of municipally owned vacant property","description":"Relativerelative to creating an alternative process for the disposition of vacant real property owned by municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4442","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1882/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1882","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":503708,"bill_number":"H1883","title":"Amending the municipal ticket law","description":"Relative to the issuance of certain tickets by municipal officers and inspectors. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S932","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1883/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1883","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503709,"bill_number":"H1884","title":"To create jobs by a local option for free enterprise zones","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to establish free enterprise zones to stimulate job production and economic revitalization. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1884/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1884","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503710,"bill_number":"H1885","title":"Relative to forward funding of local labor contracts","description":"Relativerelative to forward funding of local labor contracts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1885/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1885","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":503711,"bill_number":"H1886","title":"To provide deemed certification for CPOE/EMR requirements","description":"Relative to hospital compliance with implementation of computerized physician order entry systems and interoperable electronic health records systems. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1886/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1886","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":503712,"bill_number":"H1887","title":"Relative to concussion prevention","description":"For legislation to include private schools and charter schools in the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3806","last_action_date":"2013-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1887/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1887","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":503713,"bill_number":"H1888","title":"Providing for health care consumer rights and providing incentives and immunities for health care providers","description":"Relative to providing for health care consumer rights and providing incentives and immunities for health care providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1888/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1888","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"}, {"bill_id":503714,"bill_number":"H1889","title":"Regulating body art","description":"For legislation to prohibit the practice of body piercing, so-called, unless licensed by the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1889/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1889","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":503715,"bill_number":"H1890","title":"Protecting the health and safety of people in restaurants","description":"Relative to requiring all restaurants to maintain devices or procedures to remove food lodged in persons’ throats. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1890/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1890","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503716,"bill_number":"H1891","title":"Relative to facilitating the utilization of psychologists on the health care team","description":"For legislation to include psychologists in the definition of nursing practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1891/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1891","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503717,"bill_number":"H1892","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the public health risks of video games","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the public health risks of video games. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1892/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1892","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503718,"bill_number":"H1893","title":"Relative to acceptable health service training for psychologists","description":"Relativerelative to training facilities for psychologists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3731","last_action_date":"2013-11-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1893/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1893","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503719,"bill_number":"H1894","title":"Relative to the practice of medical physics","description":"Relativerelative to the practice of medical physics and the harmful effects of excessive and unnecessary radiation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3973","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1894/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1894","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":503720,"bill_number":"H1895","title":"Relative to tissue donation","description":"Relativerelative to tissue donation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1895/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1895","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":503721,"bill_number":"H1896","title":"Relative to the closure of the Irving A. Glavin Regional Center","description":"For legislation to study of the effects of closing the Irving A. Glavin Center in Shrewsbury. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1896/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1896","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":503722,"bill_number":"H1897","title":"To limit smoking to detached single family residences","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in residences other than detached single family buildings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1897/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1897","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":503723,"bill_number":"H1901","title":"To repeal the medical peer review statute","description":"Bill Title: An Act to repeal the medical peer review statute By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition of Garrett J. Bradley and Eugene L. O'Flaherty repealing the medical peer review statute. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1901/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1901","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503724,"bill_number":"H1902","title":"Relative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities and settings","description":"Relativerelative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1902/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1902","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":503726,"bill_number":"H1903","title":"Providing for direct care for dialysis patients","description":"Relative to providing direct care for dialysis patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1903/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1903","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":503727,"bill_number":"H1904","title":"To amend tobacco control laws","description":"For legislation to prohibit the possession of tobacco products by persons under the eighteen years of age. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1904/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1904","sponsor":"Christine Canavan"}, {"bill_id":503728,"bill_number":"H1905","title":"Relative to emergency epinephrine pens in schools","description":"Relativerelative to emergency epinephrine pens in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1939","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1905/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1905","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503729,"bill_number":"H1906","title":"Increasing nuclear power plant protections to a twenty mile radius","description":"For legislation to increase power plant safety preparedness by the Department of Public Health to twenty miles . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1906/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1906","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503730,"bill_number":"H1907","title":"To amend Section 5K(E) of Chapter 111","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Public Health to make assessments against power plants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1907/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1907","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503731,"bill_number":"H1908","title":"To permit the scattering of unclaimed human body cremated remains at sea","description":"Relative to cremation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1908/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1908","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503732,"bill_number":"H1909","title":"Ensuring patient privacy and control with regard to health information exchanges","description":"Relative to disclosure of health care information. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1909/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1909","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503734,"bill_number":"H1910","title":"Relative to timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors","description":"Relativerelative to timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1910/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1910","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":503735,"bill_number":"H1911","title":"To limit outsourcing of the Massachusetts health care workforce","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain grants, incentive payments and other supplemental reimbursements to hospitals outsourcing certain health care delivery jobs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1911/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1911","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":503736,"bill_number":"H1912","title":"Relative to security of name changes and requests","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of certificates by registers of probate for certain persons changing marriage names. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1912/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1912","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503737,"bill_number":"H1913","title":"Relative to food establishments","description":"For legislation to require food establishments to post their most current sanitation inspection rating in a conspicuous location. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1913/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1913","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503738,"bill_number":"H1914","title":"Promoting radon testing","description":"Bill Title: An Act promoting radon testing By Ms. Coakley-Rivera of Springfield, a petition of Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera that the Department of Public Health promulgate regulations to require that certain child care programs undergo routine radon testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1914/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1914","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503739,"bill_number":"H1915","title":"Relative to medical coverage for autistic children","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the years of medical coverage provided to autistic children from three to five years of age. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1915/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1915","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":503740,"bill_number":"H1916","title":"To ensure quality, affordability and access to primary and preventive health care, to eliminate health disparities, and to enhance economic growth throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a state health service corps within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to ensure the quality, affordability and access to primary and preventive health care throughout the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1916/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1916","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":503741,"bill_number":"H1917","title":"Relative to the regulation and oversight of medical marijuana","description":"Relativerelative to the regulation and oversight of medical marijuana. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1917/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1917","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":503742,"bill_number":"H1918","title":"Relative to a lung cancer research fund","description":"For legislation to establish a lung cancer research fund. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1918/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1918","sponsor":"Thomas Conroy"}, {"bill_id":503743,"bill_number":"H1919","title":"Relative to an affordable health plan","description":"Relativerelative to affordable health plans. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1919/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1919","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503744,"bill_number":"H1920","title":"Relative to transparent billing practices","description":"Relativerelative to requiring that health care facilities, ambulatory surgical centers, or outpatient facilities bill all public and private payers for services using their assigned national provider identification number. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1920/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1920","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503745,"bill_number":"H1921","title":"Relative to vision safety with eye glasses","description":"For legislation to require that over-the-counter sales of eye glasses contain a notice encouraging purchasers to have eye examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1921/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1921","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503746,"bill_number":"H1922","title":"To the disclosure of postoperative ocular care","description":"Relative to the disclosure of postoperative ocular care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1922/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1922","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503747,"bill_number":"H1923","title":"Relative to nursing facility care","description":"Relativerelative to nursing facility care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1923/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1923","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503748,"bill_number":"H1924","title":"Relative to medical peer review","description":"Relativerelative to medical peer review. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1924/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1924","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503749,"bill_number":"H1925","title":"Relative to physician health information technology","description":"Relativerelative to physician proficiency in health information technology in the licensing of physicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1925/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1925","sponsor":"Sean Curran"}, {"bill_id":503750,"bill_number":"H1926","title":"Relative to the joint negotiation prohibition for integrated systems","description":"Relativerelative to the joint negotiation prohibition for integrated systems in health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1926/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1926","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":503751,"bill_number":"H1927","title":"Relative to the substitution of interchangeable biosimilars","description":"Relativerelative to the substitution of interchangeable biosimilars. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3734","last_action_date":"2013-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1927/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1927","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":503752,"bill_number":"H1928","title":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes","description":"Relativerelative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1933","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1928/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1928","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"}, {"bill_id":503753,"bill_number":"H1929","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"Relativerelative to the services provided by dental hygenists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1929/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1929","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503754,"bill_number":"H1930","title":"Relative to unborn children","description":"For legislation to require physicians to anesthetize the fetus prior to performing certain abortions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1930/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1930","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503755,"bill_number":"H1931","title":"Relative to Oxycontin and other Schedule II controlled substances","description":"Relativerelative to oxycontin and other Schedule II controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1931/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1931","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503756,"bill_number":"H1932","title":"Relative to the issuance of public health warnings.","description":"Relativerelative to public health warnings of potential dangers to humans associated with the West Nile Virus. Public Health.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1932/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1932","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"}, {"bill_id":503757,"bill_number":"H1933","title":"Establishing provisions for the return of expired pharmaceuticals","description":"Relative to establishing provisions for the return of expired pharmaceuticals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1933/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1933","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":503758,"bill_number":"H1934","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"Relativerelative to mandatory blood tests of certain persons having blood contact. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S988","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1934/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1934","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503759,"bill_number":"H1935","title":"To improve patient access to medical records upon a physician's death","description":"For legislation to improve patient access to medical records upon a physician's death. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1935/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1935","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503760,"bill_number":"H1936","title":"Relative to genetically engineered food","description":"Relativerelative to genetically engineered food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2013 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2013-05-13","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1936/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1936","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":503761,"bill_number":"H1937","title":"Relative to requiring that blind and cross-disability agencies receiving state funding from the Massachusetts state fiscal budget work in conjunction with pharmacies and pharmacists across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to set practices to put information contained on prescription medication labels into accessible format for those who are print challenged. This shall also include public schools, state community colleges, state senior colleges, or universities that offer English as a second language, ESL programs.","description":"Relativerelative to printing information on prescription medication labels in a formant accessible to print challanged persons. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1937/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1937","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":503762,"bill_number":"H1938","title":"Relative to the registration of podiatrists","description":"Relativerelative to the registration of podiatrists. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1938/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1938","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":503763,"bill_number":"H1939","title":"Relative to the access of epinephrine in schools","description":"For legislation to authorize school bus drivers to administer epinephrine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1939/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1939","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":503764,"bill_number":"H1940","title":"Relative to safe disposal of medical sharps","description":"Relativerelative to safe disposal of syringes, injection devices and other medical sharps. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1940/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1940","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503765,"bill_number":"H1941","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to the registration of persons supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1941/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1941","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503766,"bill_number":"H1942","title":"Relative to office-based surgery","description":"Relativerelative to the accreditation of offices performing office-based surgery operated by a licensed health care provider or organization. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1942/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1942","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":503767,"bill_number":"H1943","title":"Relative to noisome trades","description":"For legislation to exempt certain excavation, processing of earth products for construction purposes from the noisome prohibition public health law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1943/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1943","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":503768,"bill_number":"H1944","title":"Relative to the public health effects of hazardous air pollutants","description":"Relativerelative to air pollutants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1944/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1944","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":503769,"bill_number":"H1945","title":"Relative to tobacco retailer certification","description":"For legislation to establish a tobacco retailer certification program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1945/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1945","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"}, {"bill_id":503770,"bill_number":"H1946","title":"Relative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1946/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1946","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":503771,"bill_number":"H1947","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to food labeling By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition of Kimberly N. Ferguson, James R. Miceli and Matthew A. Beaton that the Department of Public Health implement a food labeling program for commercially caught, landed and sold saltwater fish . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1059","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1947/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1947","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"}, {"bill_id":503772,"bill_number":"H1948","title":"To protect personal information","description":"Relative to protecting personal information in the issuance of copies of birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1948/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1948","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"}, {"bill_id":503773,"bill_number":"H1949","title":"To allow a sixty-day bulk purchase of prostate cancer medication","description":"Relative to the purchase of prostate cancer medication. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1949/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1949","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503774,"bill_number":"H1950","title":"Prohibiting clinical laboratory self-referrals","description":"Relative to prohibiting clinical laboratory self-referrals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1932","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1950/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1950","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":503775,"bill_number":"H1951","title":"Health insurance; mandated coverage for telemedicine services","description":"Relative patient access to health care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1951/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1951","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503776,"bill_number":"H1952","title":"To establish folic acid awareness programs for young girls and women","description":"Relative to establishing the folic acid awareness programs for young girls and women. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2103","last_action_date":"2013-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1952/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1952","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503777,"bill_number":"H1953","title":"Promoting research and protecting public safety and environment","description":"Bill Title: An Act promoting research and protecting public safety and environment By Ms. Fox of Boston, a petition of Gloria L. Fox, Sonia Chang-Diaz and Michael O. Moore establishing a high containment biological research laboratory health and safety program by the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1953/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1953","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503778,"bill_number":"H1954","title":"To establish a lupus erythematosus study and registry","description":"Relative to the establishment of a lupus erythematosus registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4096","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1954/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1954","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503779,"bill_number":"H1955","title":"To establish a model program for pharmacists as public health partners","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for pharmacists as public health partners. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2060","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1955/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1955","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503780,"bill_number":"H1956","title":"Relative to the implementation of a statewide Type 2 diabetes prevention program","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide program to promote prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1956/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1956","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503781,"bill_number":"H1957","title":"To establish a balanced health literate program state wide","description":"Bill Title: An Act to establish a balanced health literate program state wide By Ms. Fox of Boston, a petition of Gloria L. Fox, Cheryl A. Coakley-Rivera and Cory Atkins that the Department of Public Health implement a program for health literacy in healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and health centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1957/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1957","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":503782,"bill_number":"H1958","title":"Requiring identification of food allergens in eating establishments","description":"For legislation to require restaurants to identify for customers the presence and origin of food allergens contained in the list of products offered by such restaurants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1958/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1958","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":503783,"bill_number":"H1959","title":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","description":"Relativerelative to patient information regarding reconstructive surgery. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1959/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1959","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503784,"bill_number":"H1960","title":"Requiring the screening of newborns for congenital heart defects","description":"For legislation to require the screening of newborns for congenital heart defects. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1008","last_action_date":"2013-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1960/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1960","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503785,"bill_number":"H1961","title":"To reduce the cost of outpatient care","description":"Relative to the cost of outpatient care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1961/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1961","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503786,"bill_number":"H1962","title":"Relative to the substitution of generic drugs","description":"Relativerelative to the substitution of generic drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1962/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1962","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":503787,"bill_number":"H1963","title":"Promoting health through workplace safety for social workers","description":"Relative to promoting workplace safety for social workers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1963/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1963","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503789,"bill_number":"H1964","title":"Relative to pupil dental health","description":"Relativerelative to oral health examinations for public school students. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1964/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1964","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503790,"bill_number":"H1965","title":"Relating to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1965/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1965","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503791,"bill_number":"H1966","title":"Restricting the sale of tobacco products at health care institutions","description":"For legislation to restrict the sale of tobacco products at locations where health professionals are employed. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1966/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1966","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503792,"bill_number":"H1967","title":"To standardize the regulation of skilled nursing facilities","description":"Bill Title: An Act to standardize the regulation of skilled nursing facilities By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and others that the Department of Public Health establish a formal public hearing process prior to certain licensing and ownership of nursing home facilities decisions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S287","last_action_date":"2014-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1967/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1967","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503793,"bill_number":"H1968","title":"Regarding sharps and medications","description":"Bill Title: An Act regarding sharps and medications By Mr. Garballey of Arlington (by request), a petition of Cathy Zolner that medical facilities be responsible for collecting sharps at their locations at no additional cost to the general public. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1968/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1968","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":503794,"bill_number":"H1969","title":"Relating to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"Bill Title: An Act relating to safe patient handling in certain health facilities By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of Denise C. Garlick and others that certain health facilities be directed to establish a \"safe patient handling policy\", so-called. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1969/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1969","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":503795,"bill_number":"H1970","title":"Relative to public health volunteer responders","description":"For legislation to establish a registry of volunteer personnel within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1970/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1970","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":503796,"bill_number":"H1971","title":"Regulating newborn pulse oximetry screening for congenital heart defects","description":"For legislation to further regulate newborn pulse oximetry screening for congenital heart defects. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1971/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1971","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":503797,"bill_number":"H1972","title":"Protecting victims of sexual assault","description":"Relative to testing persons convicted of sexual assault for the HIV virus. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1973/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1973","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503800,"bill_number":"H1974","title":"Relative to acute-care hospitals","description":"Relativerelative to designating certain medical facilities as primary centers for the treatment of patients suffering a stroke. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2075","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1974/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1974","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503801,"bill_number":"H1975","title":"To expand influenza vaccination among health care workers","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Public Health to promulgate regulations requiring mandatory influenza vaccinations for health care workers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1975/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1975","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":503802,"bill_number":"H1976","title":"To protect children and adults from wildlife","description":"Bill Title: An Act to protect children and adults from wildlife By Ms. Gobi of Spencer, a petition of Anne M. Gobi, Michael O. Moore and John D. Keenan that the Department of Public Health and municipal boards of health issue emergency permits for the trapping of animals suspected of having rabies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1976/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1976","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":503803,"bill_number":"H1977","title":"Relative to drug disposal by mail","description":"For legislation to establish an unused prescription drug disposal program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1977/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1977","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503804,"bill_number":"H1978","title":"Resolve relative to responsible prescription prescribing","description":"Relativerelative to responsible practices in issuing prescriptions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1978/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1978","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503805,"bill_number":"H1979","title":"Relative to ensuring sanitary condition in physician's offices","description":"Relativerelative to inspections of sanitary conditions of certain medical facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1979/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1979","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503806,"bill_number":"H1980","title":"Relative to the independent practice of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to specific standards and scope of practice set by health boards of registration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1980/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1980","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":503807,"bill_number":"H1981","title":"Relative to the modernization of optometric patient care","description":"Relativerelative to the modernization of optometric patient care. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1981/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1981","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":503808,"bill_number":"H1982","title":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","description":"For legislation to establish an interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2014-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1982/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1982","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":503809,"bill_number":"H1983","title":"Relative to physician assistants and interscholastic athletic head injuries","description":"For legislation to include physician assistants in the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-12-31","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1983/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1983","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":503810,"bill_number":"H1984","title":"To protect little lungs","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in motor vehicles if young children are in the vehicle. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1984/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1984","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":503811,"bill_number":"H1985","title":"Relative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased","description":"Relativerelative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1099","last_action_date":"2013-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1985/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1985","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":503812,"bill_number":"H1986","title":"Providing equitable treatment for post-acute care hospitals","description":"For legislation to provide equitable treatment for post-acute care hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-12-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 420 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1986/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1986","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":503813,"bill_number":"H1987","title":"Relative to optometrists","description":"Relativerelative to the use of epinephrine, adrenaline or other agents by optometrists in the treatment of anaphylaxis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1981","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1987/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1987","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503814,"bill_number":"H1988","title":"Relative to suspending prescription drug coverage from minimum creditable coverage requirements","description":"Relativerelative to suspending prescription drug coverage from minimum creditable coverage requirements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1988/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1988","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503815,"bill_number":"H1989","title":"Relative to death certificates","description":"Relativerelative to death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1989/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1989","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503816,"bill_number":"H1990","title":"Relative to safe cosmetics in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to health concerns of cosmetics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3974","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1990/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1990","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503817,"bill_number":"H1991","title":"Relative to comporting state laws with Department of Defense rules on the disposition of service members' remains","description":"Relativerelative to the donation of deceased veterans' bodies or parts for transplantation, therapy, research or education. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1991/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1991","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503818,"bill_number":"H1992","title":"Relative to protecting children from Bisphenol-A","description":"Relativerelative to the use of Bisphenol-A in certain baby products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1992/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1992","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":503819,"bill_number":"H1993","title":"Relative to the definition of a pharmacy","description":"Relativerelative to regulating the licensing of pharmacies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1993/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1993","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503820,"bill_number":"H1994","title":"To provide for the autonomy of hospital medical staffs","description":"For legislation to provide for the autonomy of hospital medical staffs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1994/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1994","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503821,"bill_number":"H1995","title":"Providing for unused medication return by health care facilities","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for unused medication return by health care facilities By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Commissioner of Public Health be directed to establish regulations for the return to pharmacies of certain unused medication by health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1995/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1995","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503822,"bill_number":"H1996","title":"Relative to medical equipment suppliers","description":"Relativerelative to medical equipment suppliers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1996/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1996","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503823,"bill_number":"H1997","title":"Protecting potluck events.","description":"For legislation to regulate the sharing of foods at potluck events, so-called. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3680","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1997/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1997","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503824,"bill_number":"H1998","title":"Affirming a terminally ill patient’s right to compassionate aid in dying","description":"Relative to providing care and comfort for the terminally ill. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1998/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1998","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503825,"bill_number":"H1999","title":"Relative to cemetery and crematory inspections and penalties","description":"Relativerelative to cemetery and crematory inspections and penalties. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1999/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1999","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503826,"bill_number":"H2000","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the safety of dental amalgam","description":"Relativerelative to the safety of dental amalgam. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2000/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2000","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503827,"bill_number":"H2001","title":"Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency","description":"Relativerelative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4215","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2001/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2001","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":503828,"bill_number":"H2002","title":"Requiring pain assessment and management in healthcare facilities","description":"For legislation to require pain assessment and management in health care facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2002/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2002","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":503829,"bill_number":"H2003","title":"Establishing a board of registration in naturopathy","description":"Relative to establishing a board of registration in naturopathy and further regulating naturopathic health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3674","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2003/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2003","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":503830,"bill_number":"H2004","title":"Relative to the title of practitioners of dentistry","description":"Relativerelative to the professional title of practitioners of dentistry and use of the term \"oral physician\" in such practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2004/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2004","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503831,"bill_number":"H2005","title":"Creating a nursing advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish a nursing advisory board within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2005/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2005","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":503832,"bill_number":"H2006","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide for the rapid deployment of qualified nurses. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2010/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2010","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":503837,"bill_number":"H2011","title":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","description":"Relativerelative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2018/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2018","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503841,"bill_number":"H2019","title":"To provide personal care attendant orientation","description":"Relative to personal care attendant orientation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2019/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2019","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503842,"bill_number":"H2020","title":"To reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education","description":"Relative to prescription drugs outreach and education programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2020/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2020","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503843,"bill_number":"H2021","title":"Providing for a viral hepatitis prevention, screening, treatment and education program","description":"Relative to establishing a program for viral hepatitis prevention, screening, treatment and education within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2021/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2021","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":503844,"bill_number":"H2022","title":"Relative to a special commission to study electric and magnetic fields","description":"Relativerelative to the health and safety of electric and magnetic fields from transmission lines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2022/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2022","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503845,"bill_number":"H2023","title":"Regarding registered nurse first assistants","description":"Relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2023/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2023","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503846,"bill_number":"H2024","title":"Relative to protecting the privacy of children","description":"For legislation to prohibit the Department of Public Health from collecting data on students relative to height, weight and body mass indexes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2024/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2024","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":503847,"bill_number":"H2025","title":"To reform non-profits doing business with the Department of Public Health","description":"Bill Title: An Act to reform non-profits doing business with the Department of Public Health By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and others for an investigation to by an independent commission on the compensation paid to officers, employees, and independent contractors by non-profit corporations that receive grants from or have contracts with the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2025/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2025","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":503848,"bill_number":"H2026","title":"Making technical changes regarding the use of lead-based materials in dwellings.","description":"Relative to the use of lead-based materials in dwellings. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2026/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2026","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":503849,"bill_number":"H2027","title":"Relative to the health care of minors","description":"Relativerelative to the health care of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2027/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2027","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503850,"bill_number":"H2028","title":"Providing access to patient protection services for all Massachusetts residents","description":"Relative to providing access to patient protection services for all residents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2028/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2028","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503851,"bill_number":"H2029","title":"Certifying alcohol and drug free housing","description":"Relative to the certification of alcohol and drug free housing by the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1816","last_action_date":"2013-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2029/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2029","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":503853,"bill_number":"H2030","title":"Relative to licensing massage therapists","description":"Relativerelative to licensing massage therapists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2030/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2030","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503854,"bill_number":"H2031","title":"Relative to defining surgery","description":"For legislation to further define the term \"surgery\". Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2031/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2031","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":503855,"bill_number":"H2032","title":"To update the law regarding do not resuscitate orders","description":"For legislation to direct the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board to study the feasibility of updating the law regarding \"Do Not Resuscitate\" orders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2032/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2032","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503856,"bill_number":"H2033","title":"Relative to safe disposal of prescription drugs","description":"Relativerelative to safe disposal of prescription drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2033/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2033","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":503857,"bill_number":"H2034","title":"Relative to birth records","description":"Relativerelative to birth records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2034/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2034","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":503858,"bill_number":"H2035","title":"Relative to a patient's report card of nursing","description":"Relativerelative to nursing care for patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2035/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2035","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503859,"bill_number":"H2036","title":"To amend Section 1420 of Chapter 111 to eliminate Stage II Vapor Recovery Systems","description":"For legislation to phase out Stage II vapor collection and control systems at motor fuel dispensing facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2036/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2036","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503860,"bill_number":"H2037","title":"To establish guidelines for genetically engineered food","description":"For legislation to establish guidelines within the Department of Public Health for genetically engineered food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2013 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2013-05-13","committee":"Public Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2037/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2037","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":503861,"bill_number":"H2038","title":"Relative to proper identification when requesting copies of birth certificates","description":"For legislation to require certified identification when requesting copies of birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2038/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2038","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503862,"bill_number":"H2039","title":"Establishing zoning standards for medical marijuana dispensaries","description":"For legislation to establish zoning standards for the siting of medical marijuana dispensaries. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2039/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2039","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503863,"bill_number":"H2040","title":"To prohibit the sale of \"energy drinks\" to persons under the age of 19","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of \"energy drinks\", so-called, to persons eighteen years old or younger. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2040/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2040","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503865,"bill_number":"H2041","title":"Relative to patient safety","description":"For legislation to require certain hospitals to annually file with the Department of Public Health written operating plans to eliminate emergency room diversions and overcrowding. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2041/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2041","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":503866,"bill_number":"H2042","title":"Relative to patient medical records","description":"Relativerelative to patient notification prior to the destruction of medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2042/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2042","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503867,"bill_number":"H2043","title":"Relative to health care records","description":"Relativerelative to the fees for records of hospital patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2043/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2043","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":503868,"bill_number":"H2044","title":"Relative to death benefit claims","description":"Relativerelative to copying fees for medical records. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2045/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2045","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":503870,"bill_number":"H2046","title":"Relative to radiological air monitoring","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Public Health to enhance radiological air monitoring through an additional assessment to certain power plants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2046/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2046","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":503871,"bill_number":"H2047","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on LGBT aging","description":"Relative to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender aging. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4266","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2073/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2073","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":503898,"bill_number":"H2074","title":"Banning the sale of cigars in packages of less than five","description":"For legislation to ban the sale of cigars in packages of less than five. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2076/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2076","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503901,"bill_number":"H2077","title":"Relative to the safe dispensing of pain management medication","description":"Relativerelative to the despensing of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2077/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2077","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503902,"bill_number":"H2078","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s project.","description":"For legislation to establish in the Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services a Massachusetts Alzheimer’s project. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2078/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2078","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503903,"bill_number":"H2079","title":"Relative to management of early childhood caries","description":"Relativerelative to the management of early childhood oral health caries. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S994","last_action_date":"2013-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2079/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2079","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503904,"bill_number":"H2080","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"Relativerelative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2080/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2080","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503905,"bill_number":"H2081","title":"Providing for the establishment and operation of a cancer drug repository program","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for the establishment and operation of a cancer drug repository program By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak that the Board of Registration in Pharmacy be authorized to provide for the establishment and operation of a cancer drug repository program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2081/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2081","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503906,"bill_number":"H2082","title":"Establishing a statewide discount program for pharmaceuticals","description":"Relative to establishing a statewide discount program for pharmaceuticals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2082/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2082","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":503907,"bill_number":"H2083","title":"Regarding MassHealth applications","description":"Relative to providing for a presumptive eligibility program for MassHealth applicants. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3976","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2084/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2084","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":503909,"bill_number":"H2085","title":"Relative to the establishment of a commission to modernize HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment","description":"Relativerelative to modernize HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2085/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2085","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":503910,"bill_number":"H2086","title":"To require environmentally safe alternatives to harmful cleaning products.","description":"For legislation to require environmentally safe alternatives to harmful cleaning products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2066","last_action_date":"2013-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2086/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2086","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":503911,"bill_number":"H2087","title":"To restrict the use of polystyrene","description":"Relative to prohibiting the dispensing of food in disposable food service containers made from polystyrene or from expanded polystyrene. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2087/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2087","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":503913,"bill_number":"H2088","title":"To require health care coverage for the medically necessary treatment for disease, illness, injury, or bodily dysfunction required by a student's individual educational program","description":"Bill Title: An Act to require health care coverage for the medically necessary treatment for disease, illness, injury, or bodily dysfunction required by a student's individual educational program By Messrs. Smizik of Brookline and Calter of Kingston, a petition of Frank I. Smizik, Thomas J. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2113/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2113","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":503941,"bill_number":"H2114","title":"Relative to full application of telemedicine coverage","description":"Relativerelative to the use of interactive audio, video or other electronic media for the purpose of medical diagnosis, consultation or treatment. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2115/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2115","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":503943,"bill_number":"H2116","title":"Establishing an emergency equipment grant program for firefighters","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency equipment grant program for fire fighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2116/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2116","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":503944,"bill_number":"H2117","title":"To jet ski safety","description":"For legislation to require safety training for operators of jet skis, surf jets or wetbikes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2117/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2117","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":503945,"bill_number":"H2118","title":"Relative to appointment procedures for the State Fire Marshall","description":"Relativerelative to appointment by the Governor of the State Fire Marshal. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2118/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2118","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":503946,"bill_number":"H2119","title":"Relative to the Department of Fire Services Commission","description":"Relativerelative to the membership of the Department of Fire Services Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2119/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2119","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":503947,"bill_number":"H2120","title":"To ensure fire safety in state buildings","description":"For legislation to ensure fire safety in state buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2120/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2120","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503948,"bill_number":"H2121","title":"Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings","description":"For legislation to require the installation of sprinkler systems in new or substantially rehabilitated construction of single and two family homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2121/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2121","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":503949,"bill_number":"H2122","title":"Relative to seat belts on school buses","description":"Relativerelative to requiring the installation and use of safety belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1147","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2122/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2122","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":503950,"bill_number":"H2123","title":"To prevent deaths by fire","description":"Bill Title: An Act to prevent deaths by fire By Mr. Brady of Brockton, a petition of Michael D. Brady that newly constructed one and two family residential dwellings include automatic standalone fire sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2123/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2123","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":503951,"bill_number":"H2124","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in all residential, governmental and commercial structures","description":"For legislation requiring carbon monoxide alarms in all residential, governmental and commercial structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2124/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2124","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":503952,"bill_number":"H2125","title":"Relative to the criminal justice training regarding autistic persons.","description":"For legislation to require training for police and correction officers interacting with persons with autism spectrum disorders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1118","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2125/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2125","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":503953,"bill_number":"H2126","title":"Reducing prescription drug abuse","description":"For legislation to establish guidelines governing the prescription drug drop-off box grant program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2126/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2126","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503954,"bill_number":"H2127","title":"Relative to the dissemination of criminal record information to private detectives licensed by the Department of State Police","description":"Relativerelative to the dissemination of criminal record information to private detectives licensed by the Department of State Police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4447","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2127/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2127","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":503955,"bill_number":"H2128","title":"To allow the possession and use of chemical mace and similar products","description":"Relative to the possession and use of chemical mace and similar products. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2145","last_action_date":"2013-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2128/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2128","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"}, {"bill_id":503956,"bill_number":"H2129","title":"To prevent deaths by fire","description":"Bill Title: An Act to prevent deaths by fire By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan and Kay Khan that newly constructed one and two family residential dwellings be required to have standalone sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2129/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2129","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":503957,"bill_number":"H2130","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"Relative to fire safety By Mr. Coppinger of Boston, a petition of Edward F. Coppinger that employees performing inspections of fire sprinkler systems be licensed to perform such inspections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4137","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2130/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2130","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":503958,"bill_number":"H2131","title":"Establishing a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge","description":"Relative to establishing a prepaid wireless enhanced 911 surcharge. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2131/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2131","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503959,"bill_number":"H2132","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fines","description":"Relativerelative to elevator inspection fines. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2132/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2132","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503960,"bill_number":"H2133","title":"Relative to public records","description":"Relativerelative to police investigations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2133/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2133","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503961,"bill_number":"H2134","title":"Relative to inspection requirements for certain refrigeration and air conditioning units","description":"Relativerelative to inspection requirements for certain refrigeration and air conditioning units. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2134/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2134","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":503962,"bill_number":"H2135","title":"Relative to the inspection of boilers","description":"Relativerelative to the inspection of boilers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2135/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2135","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":503963,"bill_number":"H2136","title":"Relative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations","description":"Relativerelative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2136/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2136","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503964,"bill_number":"H2137","title":"Relative to the Plymouth Nuclear Power Plant","description":"For legislation to require the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station located in the town of Plymouth to provide for weekly testing of its safety and alarm system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2137/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2137","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":503965,"bill_number":"H2138","title":"To further professionalize municipal police officers and their training","description":"Relative to the training and hiring standards for municipal police officers. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2139/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2139","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":503967,"bill_number":"H2140","title":"Relative to the disclosure of autopsy reports","description":"Relativerelative to the disclosure of autopsy reports by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2160/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2160","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":503989,"bill_number":"H2161","title":"Relative to Elevator Inspection Fees","description":"For legislation to authorize non-profit or charitable organizations to apply for waivers to the elevator inspection fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2161/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2161","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":503990,"bill_number":"H2162","title":"Relative to sanctuary cities and towns","description":"Relativerelative to sanctuary cities and towns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2162/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2162","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":503991,"bill_number":"H2163","title":"Amending the periodic inspections of elevators and lifts","description":"Relative to the periodic inspections of elevators and lifts. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2163/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2163","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":503992,"bill_number":"H2164","title":"Regarding smoke detectors in condominiums","description":"For legislation to require annual inspections of automatic smoke and heat detectors in condominiums. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2157","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2164/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2164","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503993,"bill_number":"H2165","title":"Relative to motor fuel pump or device barriers","description":"Relative to motor fuel pump or device barriers By Mr. Mannal of Barnstable, a petition of Brian R. Mannal and Timothy R. Madden that motor fuel retailers be required to install reflective materials on certain barriers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4447","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2165/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2165","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":503994,"bill_number":"H2166","title":"Relative to removing barriers for non-profit organizations providing transportation options to seniors","description":"Relativerelative to the acquisition and use of motor vehicles by charitable organizations for the purpose of transporting senior and disabled citizens. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2166/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2166","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":503995,"bill_number":"H2167","title":"Relative to elevator inspections for small towns","description":"For legislation to decrease the frequency of required elevator inspections in small towns from annually to every five years. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2167","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503996,"bill_number":"H2168","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in schools","description":"For legislation to require the installation of carbon monoxide alarms in certain schools. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2168/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2168","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":503998,"bill_number":"H2169","title":"Prohibiting the possession and use of cell phones and or electronic transmission devices by inmates of correctional institutions","description":"For legislation to prohibit the possession and use of cell phones and electronic transmission devices by inmates of correctional institutions. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2169/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2169","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":503999,"bill_number":"H2170","title":"Relative to the use of fireworks","description":"Relativerelative to the safe use of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2170/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2170","sponsor":"James Murphy"}, {"bill_id":504000,"bill_number":"H2171","title":"Relative to certain tanks used for the storage of fluids.","description":"For legislation relative to certain tanks used for the storage of fluids. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2171/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2171","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":504001,"bill_number":"H2172","title":"Relative to the safety of students","description":"Relativerelative to the installation and wearing of safety belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1147","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2172/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2172","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":504002,"bill_number":"H2173","title":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"Relativerelative to continuing education and licensing of elevator mechanics. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2173/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2173","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":504003,"bill_number":"H2174","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts emergency information program","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts emergency information program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2174/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2174","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":504004,"bill_number":"H2175","title":"Relative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices","description":"Relativerelative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2175/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2175","sponsor":"Rhonda Nyman"}, {"bill_id":504005,"bill_number":"H2176","title":"Pertaining to public safety","description":"For legislation to require a minimum of ten years experience for a fire fighter to become chief of a fire department. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2177/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2177","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":504007,"bill_number":"H2178","title":"Relative to manufactured buildings","description":"Relativerelative to the construction of manufactured buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2178","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":504008,"bill_number":"H2179","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to review the efficacy of public safety procedures in public buildings in the Commonwealth","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve to establish a commission to review the efficacy of public safety procedures in public buildings in the Commonwealth By Ms. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition of Keiko M. Orrall and others for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the safety of public buildings in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2179","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":504009,"bill_number":"H2180","title":"Relative to emergency planning","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to assess and report on the preparedness plans for a radiological accident at the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station and Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2180","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504010,"bill_number":"H2181","title":"Relative to the lawful sale of ammunition","description":"Relativerelative to the lawful sale of ammunition from companies outside of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2181","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504011,"bill_number":"H2182","title":"Relative to the lawful sale of handguns","description":"Relativerelative to unfair or deceptive acts or practices concerning the lawful sale of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2182","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504012,"bill_number":"H2183","title":"Relative to youth hunting programs","description":"Relativerelative to the minimum age for issuance of firearms identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2183/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2183","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504013,"bill_number":"H2184","title":"Removing change of address civil rights penalties","description":"For legislation to remove failure to notify the Criminal History Systems Board of a change of address as a cause for revocation or suspension of a firearms identification card. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2184/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2184","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504014,"bill_number":"H2185","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fee waiver for non-profits","description":"Relativerelative to elevator inspection fee waivers for non-profit organizations. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2186/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2186","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":504016,"bill_number":"H2187","title":"Relative to swimming pool alarms","description":"For legislation to require the installation of alarms for swimming pools. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2187/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2187","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":504017,"bill_number":"H2188","title":"Relative to shooting near highway or dwelling.","description":"Relativerelative to the discharge of a firearm or release of an arrow near a highway or dwelling. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2188/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2188","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":504018,"bill_number":"H2189","title":"Establishing a district to operate a regional public safety communications and dispatch center for the city known as the town of Franklin and the towns of Norfolk, Plainville and Wrentham","description":"For legislation to establish a regional public safety communications and dispatch center for the towns of Franklin, Norfolk, Plainville and Wrentham. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2190","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504020,"bill_number":"H2191","title":"Relative to the University of Massachusetts Police Department","description":"Relativerelative to the University of Massachusetts Police Department. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1152","last_action_date":"2013-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2191/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2191","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504021,"bill_number":"H2192","title":"Relative to knife manufacturing","description":"Relativerelative to the licensure and regulation of persons authorized to manufacture and sell knives, slung shots and swords. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4447","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2192","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504022,"bill_number":"H2193","title":"Relative to fire safety in buildings owned or operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to fire safety in buildings owned or operated by the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2193/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2193","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":504023,"bill_number":"H2194","title":"Relative to kayak safety","description":"Relativerelative to kayak safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2194","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":504024,"bill_number":"H2195","title":"To establish standards for the installation of television satellite dish safety","description":"For legislation to establish and mandate safety standards for the installation of television dishes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2195","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":504025,"bill_number":"H2196","title":"To prohibit inappropriate language use by sworn law officers.","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of inappropriate language by public safety officers in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2196/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2196","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":504026,"bill_number":"H2197","title":"Relative to standards and qualifications for the position of fire chief or chief engineer in cities, towns, fire districts, or authorities","description":"Relativerelative to standards and qualifications for the position of fire chief or chief engineer in cities, towns, fire districts, or authorities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2197/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2197","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":504027,"bill_number":"H2198","title":"Relative to bullet proof vests","description":"Relativerelative to maintaining detailed records on all purchasers of body armor, so-called. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2198/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2198","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":504028,"bill_number":"H2199","title":"Relative to the possession of weapons","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing county law enforcement personnel to possess electrical weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2199/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2199","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":504029,"bill_number":"H2200","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to investigate and study relative to the application of building codes when existing structures in gateway cities are converted to a mixed-use development","description":"Relative to the application of building codes when existing structures in gateway cities are converted to a mixed-use development By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition of Aaron Vega and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the application of building codes when existing structures in gateway cities are converted to a mixed-use development. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2200","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":504030,"bill_number":"H2201","title":"Resolve to create a fund to offset cost of converting freight elevators to federal and state ADA compliance.","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve to create a fund to offset cost of converting freight elevators to federal and state ADA compliance. By Mr. Vega of Holyoke, a petition of Aaron Vega for the establishment of a fund to provide grants to offset the cost of converting certain freight elevators to comply with the Americans with Disability Act standards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2201/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2201","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":504031,"bill_number":"H2202","title":"Resolve providing for a “Special Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training” to study and make recommendations concerning the implementation of a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) system.","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning police officer standards and training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4447","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2202/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2202","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":504032,"bill_number":"H2203","title":"Relative to amusement devices","description":"Relativerelative to amusement devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2203/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2203","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":504033,"bill_number":"H2204","title":"To increase the homeland security of the Commonwealth by merging the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority police department into the department of state police","description":"Relative to merging the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority police department into the department of state police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2204/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2204","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":504034,"bill_number":"H2205","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"Relativerelative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1827","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2205/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2205","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504035,"bill_number":"H2206","title":"Pertaining to firefighter training.","description":"Relative to considering local needs in the training of fire fighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2206/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2206","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504036,"bill_number":"H2207","title":"Providing certain health insurance for Richard D. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2208/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2208","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504038,"bill_number":"H2209","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relativerelative to the compensation paid to injured correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2209/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2209","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504039,"bill_number":"H2210","title":"Relative to captains of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"Relativerelative to the calculation of pensions for Department of Correction captains. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2210/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2210","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504040,"bill_number":"H2211","title":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to continue the employment of Fire Chief Michael Curran","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Chelmsford to continue the employment of Michael Curran as fire chief. Public Service. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2224/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2224","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":504055,"bill_number":"H2225","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relativerelative to the residency requirements of fire and police personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2225/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2225","sponsor":"Michael Brady"}, {"bill_id":504056,"bill_number":"H2226","title":"Exempting David Eddy from the Maximum Age Requirement For Firefighters in the City of Methuen","description":"Relative to the appointment of David J. Eddy, to the position of fire fighter in the city of Methuen, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements for said position. Public Service. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2230/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2230","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":504061,"bill_number":"H2231","title":"Relative to creditable service","description":"Relative to creditable service By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell that the teachers’ retirement system grant certain credit for retirement purposes to Kathleen E. Harvey for service she rendered between 1965 and 1969. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2350/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2350","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504185,"bill_number":"H2351","title":"Relative to campus police officers' powers","description":"Relativerelative to detail work by campus police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2351","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504186,"bill_number":"H2352","title":"Relative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non teaching employees of school districts","description":"Relativerelative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non teaching employees of school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2352/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2352","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504187,"bill_number":"H2353","title":"Relative to interest arbitration","description":"Relativerelative to interest arbitration for state police collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2353/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2353","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504188,"bill_number":"H2354","title":"Relative to certain Option B and Option C retirees","description":"Relativerelative to increasing pension benefits for certain retired teachers and public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2354","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504189,"bill_number":"H2355","title":"Relative to the retirement rights of tree climbers, tree surgeons, arborists and forestry specialists","description":"Relativerelative to classifying Tree Climbers, Tree Surgeons Arborists and Forestry Specialists in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2355/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2355","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":504190,"bill_number":"H2356","title":"To amend the presumptive disability law","description":"For legislation to include blood-borne infectious diseases in line of duty death and disability benefits for police officers and fire fighters. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2361/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2361","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504197,"bill_number":"H2362","title":"Relative to Commonwealth contribution for lowest cost plan","description":"Relativerelative to defining family health coverage and individual health coverage for public employees. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2363/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2363","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504199,"bill_number":"H2364","title":"Relative to Creditable Service for Public Safety Officers","description":"Relativerelative to creditable service for retirement purposes for certain public safety officers. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2367/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2367","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504203,"bill_number":"H2368","title":"To amend retirement benefits for certain employees of the Parole Board","description":"Relative to the retirement of certain employees of the parole board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2368/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2368","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"}, {"bill_id":504204,"bill_number":"H2369","title":"Providing equal cost of living adjustments to all eligible pension benefit recipients","description":"For legislation to provide for equal cost-of-living adjustments to all eligible pension benefit recipients. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2369/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2369","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504205,"bill_number":"H2370","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers","description":"Relativerelative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2370/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2370","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504206,"bill_number":"H2371","title":"Allowing additional compensation of an assistant municipal collector or assistant treasurer upon certification","description":"For legislation to provide additional compensation of an assistant municipal collector or assistant treasurer upon certification. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2373/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2373","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504209,"bill_number":"H2374","title":"Relative to transfer the employees of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments to the state employee’s retirement system","description":"Relativerelative to transferring the employees of the Franklin Regional Council of Governments to the state employee’s retirement system. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2509/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2509","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":504347,"bill_number":"H2510","title":"Relative to disabled service-connected veterans and the motor vehicle excise tax","description":"For legislation to exempt certain disabled service-connected veterans from payment of the motor vehicle excise tax. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2539/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2539","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":504378,"bill_number":"H2540","title":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans","description":"Relativerelative to tax abatements for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3970","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2540/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2540","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":504379,"bill_number":"H2541","title":"Authorizing tax free contributions to a trust for the care of incapacitated persons","description":"For legislation to authorize tax free contributions to a trust for the care of incapacitated parents or guardians. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2541/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2541","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"}, {"bill_id":504380,"bill_number":"H2542","title":"Relative to taxation","description":"Relativerelative to income tax return options. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2542/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2542","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":504381,"bill_number":"H2543","title":"Relative to marine vessels","description":"Relativerelative to the excise tax on marine vessels. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2543/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2543","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":504382,"bill_number":"H2544","title":"Relative to certain benefits to veterans and their surviving spouses","description":"For legislation to provide certain tax abatements to veterans and their surviving spouses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2544/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2544","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":504383,"bill_number":"H2545","title":"Providing for a certain real property tax exemption","description":"Relative to providing a real estate tax exemption for certain elderly persons for payments to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2545/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2545","sponsor":"Paul Donato"}, {"bill_id":504384,"bill_number":"H2546","title":"Relative to the minimum corporate tax","description":"Relativerelative to the minimum corporate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2546/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2546","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":504385,"bill_number":"H2547","title":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","description":"Relativerelative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2547/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2547","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":504386,"bill_number":"H2548","title":"Establishing a permanent annual sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to direct the Commissioner of Revenue to annually designate a sales tax holiday. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2548/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2548","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":504387,"bill_number":"H2549","title":"To promote economic stimulus in small businesses based on natural resources","description":"Relative to the taxation of persons primarily engaged in agriculture, farming or commercial fishing. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2549/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2549","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504389,"bill_number":"H2550","title":"Relative to protection of open space","description":"Relativerelative to the sale or conversion of certain tax exempt property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2550/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2550","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504390,"bill_number":"H2551","title":"Making corrective changes in certain laws regarding the taxation of forest, farm and recreational land","description":"Relative to the taxation of forest, farm and recreational land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 247 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2551/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2551","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504391,"bill_number":"H2552","title":"Relative to small business tax relief","description":"Relativerelative to small business tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2552/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2552","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504392,"bill_number":"H2553","title":"Relative to small business tax relief","description":"Relativerelative to small business tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2553/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2553","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504393,"bill_number":"H2554","title":"Relative to small business tax relief","description":"Relativerelative to small business tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2554/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2554","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504394,"bill_number":"H2555","title":"Providing for an income tax deduction for public school extracurricular activity fees","description":"Relative to providing for an income tax deduction for public school extracurricular activity fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2555/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2555","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504395,"bill_number":"H2556","title":"To reduce the costs for adoption","description":"For legislation to grant a tax credit to certain attorneys who provide free legal services for adoption cases. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2556/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2556","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504396,"bill_number":"H2557","title":"To abolish the death tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2557/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2557","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504397,"bill_number":"H2558","title":"To stimulate small business investment","description":"Bill Title: An Act to stimulate small business investment By Mr. Fattman of Sutton, a petition of Ryan C. Fattman and others that business corporations be allowed a credit against tax liability for the first $500,000 of revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2558/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2558","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504398,"bill_number":"H2559","title":"The fair share pension act","description":"For legislation to tax certain public employee pension compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2559","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504399,"bill_number":"H2560","title":"To reduce the taxation of the deceased","description":"Relative to the filing thresholds and exclusion amounts for the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2560/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2560","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504400,"bill_number":"H2561","title":"Relative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title","description":"Relativerelative to benefits received by cities and towns prior to foreclosure of the rights of redemption under a tax title or taking. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2561/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2561","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504401,"bill_number":"H2562","title":"Relative to the excise taxes of motor vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to the excise taxes of motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2562/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2562","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504402,"bill_number":"H2563","title":"Relative to the taxation of tobacco products","description":"Relativerelative to repealing the requirement that tobacco product vendors pay the sales tax on such products prior to the retail sale. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2519","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2564/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2564","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504404,"bill_number":"H2565","title":"Making corrective changes in certain laws regarding the taxation of forest, farm and recreation land","description":"Relative to making corrective changes in certain laws regarding the taxation of forest, farm and recreation land. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2574","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504414,"bill_number":"H2575","title":"Relative to promoting the commonwealth tax incentive","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Revenue to study revenue losses incurred by establishing income tax deductions in gaming facilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2575","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504415,"bill_number":"H2576","title":"Relative to inventory tax lost revenue reimbursement","description":"For legislation to reimburse cities and towns for personal property tax revenue losses resulting from businesses conforming with federal entity classification rules. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2576","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504416,"bill_number":"H2577","title":"Relative to an inventory tax commission","description":"Relativerelativerelative to the tax revenue impact on cities and towns with businesses conforming with federal entity classification rules. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2577","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504417,"bill_number":"H2578","title":"Relative to the assessment of local taxes","description":"For legislation to repeal the law requiring homeowners to submit certain information to local boards of assessors concerning the valuation of property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2578","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":504418,"bill_number":"H2579","title":"Relative to local sales tax assessment","description":"For legislation to further regulate the returns to consumers of certain sales tax payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2579","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":504420,"bill_number":"H2580","title":"Relative to taxable income","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of qualified transportation fringe benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2580/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2580","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504421,"bill_number":"H2581","title":"Relative to the modernization of the room occupancy excise","description":"Relativerelative to the room occupancy excise tax. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2582/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2582","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504423,"bill_number":"H2583","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3586","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2583/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2583","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":504424,"bill_number":"H2584","title":"Relative to certain real estate tax exemptions","description":"Relative to certain real estate tax exemptions By Ms. Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry and Kay Khan increasing certain real estate tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2584/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2584","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":504425,"bill_number":"H2585","title":"To provide an income tax exemption for certain individuals caring for elderly relatives","description":"Relativerelativerelatives at home. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2585/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2585","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":504426,"bill_number":"H2586","title":"Relative to certain endowment funds in private institutions of higher learning","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of certain endowment funds in private institutions of higher learning. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2589/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2589","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504430,"bill_number":"H2590","title":"To direct tobacco tax revenues to reduce tobacco use and its harms","description":"Bill Title: An Act to direct tobacco tax revenues to reduce tobacco use and its harms By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire that tobacco tax revenues be used to reduce tobacco use. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2591/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2591","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504432,"bill_number":"H2592","title":"Revising sales taxes on motor vehicles and bicycles","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sales tax imposed on the purchase of certain motor vehicles and bicycles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2592/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2592","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504433,"bill_number":"H2593","title":"To reduce youth tobacco consumption","description":"For legislation to increase the tobacco excise tax, supplement the Prevention and Wellness Trust Fund and reduce youth tobacco consumption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2593/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2593","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504434,"bill_number":"H2594","title":"To promote the use of electric vehicles","description":"For legislation to promote the use of electric vehicles through sales tax incentives and other benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2594/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2594","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504435,"bill_number":"H2595","title":"Relative to exempting farmers’ markets from certain property taxes","description":"For legislation to exempt farmers’ markets from certain property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2595/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2595","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":504436,"bill_number":"H2596","title":"Relative to surcharges and court costs associated with motor vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to requiring certain motor vehicle surcharges and court costs be used for firefighter salaries. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2597/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2597","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504438,"bill_number":"H2598","title":"Relative to charitable donations","description":"For legislation to provide for an income tax deduction for donations to a charitable institutions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2598/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2598","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504439,"bill_number":"H2599","title":"Relative to senior tax relief","description":"Relativerelative to real estate tax exemptions for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2599/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2599","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504440,"bill_number":"H2600","title":"Relative to privately owned public use airport real estate taxes","description":"Relativerelative to the real estate taxation of property owned by a privately owned/public use airport that is used for aviation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2600/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2600","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504441,"bill_number":"H2601","title":"To increase the property tax deferral for seniors","description":"Bill Title: An Act to increase the property tax deferral for seniors By Representative Hogan of Stow and Senator Jehlen, a joint petition of Kate Hogan, Patricia D. Jehlen and others to increase the property tax deferral for certain persons sixty-five years of age or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2601/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2601","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504442,"bill_number":"H2602","title":"Relative to hotel rooms booked online","description":"Relativerelative to the room occupancy tax for hotel rooms booked online. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2602/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2602","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"}, {"bill_id":504443,"bill_number":"H2603","title":"Relative to the filing deadline for residential exemption, personal exemptions and tax deferrals in the city of Boston","description":"Relativerelative to the filing deadline for residential exemptions, personal exemptions, and tax deferrals. Revenue. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2604/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2604","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504445,"bill_number":"H2605","title":"Relative to Title 5 Income Tax Credit reform","description":"Relativerelative to Title V income tax credit reform. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2605","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":504446,"bill_number":"H2606","title":"Relative to creating a commission to study the feasibility of simplifying the personal income tax code","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study of the feasibility of simplifying the personal income tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2606","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":504447,"bill_number":"H2607","title":"Relative to promoting energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to exempt energy efficiency projects from certain sales tax and wage laws. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2607","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":504448,"bill_number":"H2608","title":"Relative to helping seniors","description":"For legislation to include home heating costs in the calculation of tax credits for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2608","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504449,"bill_number":"H2609","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relativerelative to the reduction of certain sales and use taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2609","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504450,"bill_number":"H2610","title":"Relative to the inventory tax","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the inventory tax in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2610/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2610","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504451,"bill_number":"H2611","title":"Relative to the stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to require a two-thirds vote of the Senate and the House of Representatives prior to making appropriations from the Stabilization Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2611/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2611","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504452,"bill_number":"H2612","title":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax","description":"Relativerelative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2612/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2612","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504454,"bill_number":"H2613","title":"Relative to the taxpayers' bill of rights","description":"Relativerelative to limitations on expenditures and revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2613/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2613","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504455,"bill_number":"H2614","title":"Relative to reducing the income tax rate","description":"Relativerelative to reducing the income tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2614/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2614","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504456,"bill_number":"H2615","title":"Relative to the equitable deductions tax credit","description":"Relativerelative to the equitable deductions tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2615","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504457,"bill_number":"H2616","title":"Relative to lowering the rate of unemployed veterans","description":"Relativerelative to tax credits for certain veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2616/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2616","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504458,"bill_number":"H2617","title":"Relative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans","description":"Relativerelative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2617/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2617","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504459,"bill_number":"H2618","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in the commonwealth for the year 2014","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax holiday for the year 2014. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2618/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2618","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504460,"bill_number":"H2619","title":"Relative to chapter 70 appropriations","description":"Relativerelative to Chapter 70 appropriations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2619/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2619","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504461,"bill_number":"H2620","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in the Commonwealth for the year 2013","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax holiday for the year 2013. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2620","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504462,"bill_number":"H2621","title":"Relative to stimulating the economy through job creation","description":"Relativerelative to stimulating the economy through job creation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2621/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2621","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504463,"bill_number":"H2622","title":"Relative to estimated quarterly corporate tax payments","description":"Relativerelative to estimated quarterly corporate tax payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2622/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2622","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504464,"bill_number":"H2623","title":"Relative to the fair administration of the motor vehicle excise tax","description":"Relativerelative to the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2623/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2623","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504465,"bill_number":"H2624","title":"Relative to Reductions in Property Tax Liabilities.","description":"Relativerelative to property tax liabilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2624","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":504466,"bill_number":"H2625","title":"Updating non-taxable medical supplies","description":"Relative to updating non-taxable medical supplies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2625/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2625","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":504467,"bill_number":"H2626","title":"Relative to taxation abatements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Revenue to correct certain assessment errors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2626/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2626","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":504468,"bill_number":"H2627","title":"Relative to broadened eligibility for relief from disproportionate property tax burdens","description":"Relativerelative to real estate tax relief for certain owners of residential property. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2627","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504469,"bill_number":"H2628","title":"Relative to local taxation","description":"Relativerelative to property tax exemptions in cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2628/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2628","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504470,"bill_number":"H2629","title":"To promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers","description":"For legislation to promote sales tax fairness for small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3526","last_action_date":"2013-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2629/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2629","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504471,"bill_number":"H2630","title":"Relative to the tax expenditure budget","description":"Relative to the tax expenditure budget By Mr. Kaufman of Lexington, a petition of Jay R. Kaufman and others for the establishment of a standing commission (including members of the General Court) to review and evaluate all tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2630","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504472,"bill_number":"H2631","title":"For local tax transparency","description":"For legislation to require the Division of Local Services within the Department of Revenue to develop a report by boards of assessors relative to locally assessed taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4519","last_action_date":"2014-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2631","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504473,"bill_number":"H2632","title":"Establishing the substance abuse health protection fund","description":"Relative to establishing a substance abuse health protection fund with collections from the sale of certain alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2632","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504474,"bill_number":"H2633","title":"Increasing the excise tax on alcoholic beverages","description":"For legislation to increase the excise tax on alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2633/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2633","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504475,"bill_number":"H2634","title":"To reduce childhood obesity","description":"For legislation to create a program to reduce childhood obesity by assessing a tax on candies, confectionaries and soft drinks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2634","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504476,"bill_number":"H2635","title":"Relative to agricultural production and profitability","description":"Relativerelative to agricultural production and profitability. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2635","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504477,"bill_number":"H2636","title":"Relative to the taxation of farm machinery","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of farm machinery. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2636","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504478,"bill_number":"H2637","title":"Extending Title V tax credits to municipal sewer tie-ins.","description":"Relative to municipal sewer tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2637","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":504479,"bill_number":"H2638","title":"Relative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title","description":"Relativerelative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2640/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2640","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504483,"bill_number":"H2641","title":"Relative to historic residential tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide for an income tax credit for the rehabilitation of residential historic properties. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2641/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2641","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504484,"bill_number":"H2642","title":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax","description":"Relativerelative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2642/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2642","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504485,"bill_number":"H2643","title":"Relative to the taxation of condominiums","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2643/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2643","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504486,"bill_number":"H2644","title":"To provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption","description":"For legislation to provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2646/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2646","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":504489,"bill_number":"H2647","title":"To improve fairness in appealing property tax assessments","description":"For legislation to improve fairness in appealing property tax assessments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2647/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2647","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":504490,"bill_number":"H2648","title":"Relative to the property tax classification of small businesses","description":"Relativerelative to the property tax classification of small businesses. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2651/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2651","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504494,"bill_number":"H2652","title":"Extending a property tax exemption to the surviving spouse of blind persons","description":"For legislation to extend the property tax exemption to surviving spouses of blind persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2652/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2652","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504495,"bill_number":"H2653","title":"Clarifying municipalities' rights to assess real estate taxes on commercial uses in common areas of condominium complexes","description":"Relative to the taxation of commercial uses in common areas of condominium complexes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2653/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2653","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504496,"bill_number":"H2654","title":"Relative to the meals tax holiday","description":"For legislation to annually suspend the imposition of the meals tax, so called, for the dates of March 20 to 26. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2654/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2654","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":504497,"bill_number":"H2655","title":"Relative to lowering the sales tax to 5%","description":"For legislation to lower the sales tax to five per cent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2655/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2655","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":504498,"bill_number":"H2656","title":"Relative to reducing the income tax to 5%","description":"For legislation to lower the income tax to five per cent. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2658/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2658","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":504501,"bill_number":"H2659","title":"Relative to rolling back the sales tax to 4.5%","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales and use tax to four and one-half percent. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2660/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2660","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504503,"bill_number":"H2661","title":"To make a technical change to the Community Preservation Act","description":"Relative to the use of for community preservation act funds for reconstruction as well as rehabilitation for historic preservation. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2662/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2662","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":504506,"bill_number":"H2663","title":"Relative to the taxation of public land used for commercial purposes on MBTA property","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of public land used for commercial purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2663/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2663","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":504507,"bill_number":"H2664","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"Relativerelative to providing for a tax deduction for income attributable to the discharge of debt on principal residences including debt reduced through mortgage restructuring. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2664/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2664","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":504508,"bill_number":"H2665","title":"To eliminate duplicate payments for the PILOT program in the Quabbin Reservoir under MGL CAAP 59, Section 56","description":"For legislation to eliminate certain duplicate in lieu of taxes payments to the towns of Belchertown, Hardwick, New Salem, Pelham, Petersham and Ware for watershed lands of the Quabbin Reservation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2665/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2665","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":504509,"bill_number":"H2666","title":"Establishing a biofuel tax credit","description":"Relative to establishing a biofuel tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2666/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2666","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":504510,"bill_number":"H2667","title":"Relative to tax deductions for student loans","description":"Relativerelative to tax deductions for student loans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2667/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2667","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":504511,"bill_number":"H2668","title":"Relative to sales tax exemption for trees","description":"For legislation exempt sales of living trees used in commercial and residential landscapes from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2668/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2668","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":504512,"bill_number":"H2669","title":"Relative to the preservation and expansion of live musical and theatrical productions","description":"For legislation to establish a live theater infrastructure tax credit program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2669/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2669","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":504513,"bill_number":"H2670","title":"Concerning car rental fees","description":"For legislation to exempt primary residents of the cities of Boston and Cambridge from paying the additional surcharge on the rental of motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2670/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2670","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":504514,"bill_number":"H2671","title":"Relative to assessing administration","description":"Relativerelative to real estate tax assessment administration. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2671/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2671","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":504515,"bill_number":"H2672","title":"Relative to same-sex marriage equality","description":"Relativerelative to providing for tax credits for certain same sex couples. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2673/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2673","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":504517,"bill_number":"H2674","title":"Regarding a sales tax exemption","description":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for communities within ten miles of the New Hampshire border. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2674/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2674","sponsor":"Frank Moran"}, {"bill_id":504518,"bill_number":"H2675","title":"Creating a tax exemption for college savings plan contributions","description":"For legislation to provide for an income tax exemption for certain college savings plan contributions. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2678/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2678","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":504523,"bill_number":"H2679","title":"To establish a sales tax exemption for earth day","description":"Relative to establishing a sales tax exemption on Earth Day for purchases of energy star products and hybrid motor vehicles. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2684/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2684","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":504529,"bill_number":"H2685","title":"Exempting inventory from taxation","description":"For legislation to exempt certain inventory from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2685/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2685","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"}, {"bill_id":504530,"bill_number":"H2686","title":"Relative to payment in lieu of taxes for county correctional facilities","description":"Relativerelative to payments in lieu of taxes for certain land used as jails or houses of correction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2686/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2686","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":504531,"bill_number":"H2687","title":"To invest in our communities","description":"Relative to the taxation of certain income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2687/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2687","sponsor":"James O'Day"}, {"bill_id":504532,"bill_number":"H2688","title":"To establish a meals tax holiday","description":"For legislation to suspend the taxation of meals for a five-day period in May, 2013. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2688/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2688","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"}, {"bill_id":504533,"bill_number":"H2689","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to apply the local option room occupancy excise to all seasonal rental properties in the town","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Provincetown to apply the local option room occupancy excise to all seasonal rental properties in the town By Representative Peake of Provincetown and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Sarah K. Peake and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Provincetown be authorized to impose a room occupancy excise tax on vacation rental property in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4474","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2689/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2689","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504534,"bill_number":"H2690","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"Relative to real estate transfers in the town of Provincetown. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2690/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2690","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504535,"bill_number":"H2691","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts special events marketing program","description":"For legislation to establish a special events marketing program within the Office of Travel and Tourism from additional assessments of meals taxes and room occupancy taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2691/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2691","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504536,"bill_number":"H2692","title":"Providing for local aid enhancement.","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for local aid enhancement. By Representatives Peake of Provincetown and Turner of Dennis, a petition of Sarah K. Peake, Cleon H. Turner and others that cities and towns be authorized to include \"transient accommodations\" under the room occupancy excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2692/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2692","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504537,"bill_number":"H2693","title":"Relative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Truro restricted as affordable housing","description":"Relativerelative to property tax exemptions for rental properties in the town of Truro restricted as affordable housing. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 306 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2693/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2693","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504538,"bill_number":"H2694","title":"Relative to room rental rates","description":"Relativerelative to room rental rates under the room occupancy excise tax law. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2694/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2694","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504539,"bill_number":"H2695","title":"Relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax to seasonal rental properties in the town of Wellfleet","description":"Relativerelative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax to seasonal rental properties in the town of Wellfleet. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4474","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2695/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2695","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504540,"bill_number":"H2696","title":"To continue tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents","description":"For legislation to continue the tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3454","last_action_date":"2013-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2696/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2696","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504541,"bill_number":"H2697","title":"To extend net operating losses to financial institutions and utility corporations","description":"Bill Title: An Act to extend net operating losses to financial institutions and utility corporations By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch to extend net operating losses to banks and utilities for the purpose of taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2697/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2697","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504542,"bill_number":"H2698","title":"Relative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts","description":"Relativerelative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2698/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2698","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504543,"bill_number":"H2699","title":"Making senior citizen property tax relief more equitable","description":"Relative to property tax relief for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2699/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2699","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504544,"bill_number":"H2700","title":"To reform state economic substance rules","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Revenue to disallow the asserted tax consequences of certain transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2700/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2700","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504545,"bill_number":"H2701","title":"Relative to the taxation of chapter lands","description":"Relative to the taxation of chapter lands By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others that applications pertaining to the taxation of certain open space lands be approved only upon the taxes on such property being paid in full. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2701/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2701","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504547,"bill_number":"H2702","title":"Exempting active and full-time military service members from motor vehicle excise taxes","description":"Relative to exempting active and full-time military service members from motor vehicle excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2702/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2702","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504548,"bill_number":"H2703","title":"Modernizing property tax assessment for the blind","description":"Relative to property tax assessments for the blind. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2703/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2703","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504549,"bill_number":"H2704","title":"Relative to increasing the rental deduction","description":"Relativerelative to increasing the income tax rental deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2704/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2704","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504550,"bill_number":"H2705","title":"Relative to tax credits for residents in manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation to provide for an oil tank removal tax credit for residents in manufactured housing communities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2705/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2705","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504551,"bill_number":"H2706","title":"Eliminating the gasoline tax to state agencies and municipalities","description":"Bill Title: An Act eliminating the gasoline tax to state agencies and municipalities By Mr. Pignatelli of Lenox, a petition of William Smitty Pignatelli and others exempting agencies of the Commonwealth and cities and towns from payment of the tax imposed on the sale of gasoline. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2706/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2706","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":504552,"bill_number":"H2707","title":"Providing for a certain real property tax exemption","description":"Relative to real estate tax exemptions to recipients of the Air Force Cross or Presidential Unit Citation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2707/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2707","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504553,"bill_number":"H2708","title":"Relative to municipal option abatement for contaminated real property","description":"Relativerelative to municipal option tax abatements for contaminated real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2708/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2708","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504554,"bill_number":"H2709","title":"Relative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans","description":"Relativerelative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2617","last_action_date":"2013-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2709/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2709","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504555,"bill_number":"H2710","title":"Relative to the refund of sales tax upon return of merchandise","description":"Relativerelative to the refunding of sales taxes on certain purchase. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2710/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2710","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504556,"bill_number":"H2711","title":"To reduce taxes generated by charitable raffles and bazaars","description":"Relative to taxes generated by charitable raffles and bazaars. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2711/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2711","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504557,"bill_number":"H2712","title":"Relative to exempting farmers’ markets from certain property taxes","description":"For legislation to exempt farmers’ markets from certain property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2712/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2712","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504558,"bill_number":"H2713","title":"Relative to interest on abatements","description":"Relativerelative to the interest paid to taxpayers on tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2713/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2713","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504559,"bill_number":"H2714","title":"Relative to disabled veterans exemption of excise tax on a vehicle","description":"Relativerelative to the disabled veterans exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2617","last_action_date":"2013-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2714/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2714","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":504560,"bill_number":"H2715","title":"To ensure the integrity of municipal tax rates","description":"For legislation to ensure the integrity of municipal tax rates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2715/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2715","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":504561,"bill_number":"H2716","title":"Providing property tax relief for certain caregivers","description":"For legislation to provide for property tax relief for certain caregivers providing assistance for spouses or dependents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2716/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2716","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":504562,"bill_number":"H2717","title":"Relative to tuition tax credit","description":"For legislation to create an income tax credit for qualified tuition and fees for higher education. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2717/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2717","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504563,"bill_number":"H2718","title":"Relative to the revenue to the stabilization fund","description":"Relativerelative to the revenue to the stabilization fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2718/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2718","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504564,"bill_number":"H2719","title":"Relative to using capital gain income for one-time capital expenditures","description":"Relativerelative to establishing a one-time capital expenditure fund with capital gains revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2719/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2719","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504565,"bill_number":"H2720","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relativerelative to the sales tax on bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3586","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2720/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2720","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504566,"bill_number":"H2721","title":"Relative to Real Estate Tax Exemptions of Certain Veterans","description":"Relativerelative to real estate tax exemptions of certain veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2721/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2721","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"}, {"bill_id":504567,"bill_number":"H2722","title":"To encourage affordable housing","description":"Bill Title: An Act to encourage affordable housing By Mr. S","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2722/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2722","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"}, {"bill_id":504568,"bill_number":"H2723","title":"Creating a local option property tax cap","description":"For legislation to create a local option property tax cap. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2723/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2723","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504569,"bill_number":"H2724","title":"Relative to senior property tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide property tax credits to certain persons over the age of sixty-five. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2724/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2724","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504570,"bill_number":"H2725","title":"Establishing a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2725/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2725","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504571,"bill_number":"H2726","title":"Relative to the tax treatment of pensions","description":"Relativerelative to tax deductions on certain pensions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2726/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2726","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504572,"bill_number":"H2727","title":"Promoting transparency in corporate tax returns","description":"Relative to the disclosure of names of corporate taxpayers filing reports with the Secretary of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2727/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2727","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504573,"bill_number":"H2728","title":"Relative to the taxation of certain mutual fund service corporations","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of certain mutual fund service corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2728/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2728","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504574,"bill_number":"H2729","title":"Relative to the taxation of certain manufacturing corporations","description":"Relativerelative to the taxation of certain manufacturing corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2729/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2729","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504575,"bill_number":"H2730","title":"Clarifying the limited exemption from taxation of certain facilities for the treatment of committed mentally ill patients","description":"For legislation to clarify the limited exemption from taxation of certain facilities for the treatment of committed mentally ill persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2730/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2730","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504576,"bill_number":"H2731","title":"Relative to sales tax exemption","description":"Relativerelative to the sales tax exemption for newspapers and magazines. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2731/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2731","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504577,"bill_number":"H2732","title":"Providing revenue from non-profit partnerships","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing revenue from non-profit partnerships By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia that non-profit partnerships in the Commonwealth be required to pay certain property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2732/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2732","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504578,"bill_number":"H2733","title":"Requiring a review of tax expenditures","description":"For legislation to require a review of expiring tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2733/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2733","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504579,"bill_number":"H2734","title":"Requiring review of sales tax expenditures","description":"For legislation to provide for a review of sales tax expenditures by the General Court. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2734/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2734","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504580,"bill_number":"H2735","title":"To promote water conservation","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote water conservation By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of Paul A. Schmid, III and Denise Provost that the Department of Revenue in consultation with the Department of Agricultural Resources provide for an income tax deduction for the purchase of certain water conserving plants and items. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2735/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2735","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":504581,"bill_number":"H2736","title":"To provide a hearing aid tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax credit for certain hearing aid expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2736/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2736","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":504582,"bill_number":"H2737","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions.","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2737/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2737","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":504583,"bill_number":"H2738","title":"Relative to targeted investment of taxpayer dollars","description":"Relativerelative to the motion picture tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2738/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2738","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":504584,"bill_number":"H2739","title":"Relative to Norfolk County revenues and expenditures","description":"Relativerelative to Norfolk County revenues and expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2739/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2739","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":504586,"bill_number":"H2740","title":"To modernize the renewable energy property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the renewable energy property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2740/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2740","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":504587,"bill_number":"H2741","title":"Further promoting energy efficiency and green jobs","description":"For legislation to establish an oil heat energy efficiency fund from an additional assessment on home heating oil. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2025","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2741/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2741","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":504588,"bill_number":"H2742","title":"Extending time for veterans and seniors to pay property taxes.","description":"For legislation to extend the grace period for veterans and elderly persons to pay local property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2742/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2742","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504589,"bill_number":"H2743","title":"To change assessing policies.","description":"For legislation to prohibit assessment changes or increases in taxes on residential property until that property is sold. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2743/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2743","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504590,"bill_number":"H2744","title":"Relative to the Thames River Valley","description":"Relative to the Thames River Valley By Mr. Smola of Palmer, a petition of Todd M. Smola that certain monies paid by the State of Connecticut for reimbursement of tax losses shall be distributed to the towns of Brimfield, Charlton, Holland, Southbridge, Sturbridge, Dudley and Oxford. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2744/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2744","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504591,"bill_number":"H2745","title":"Relative to senior property tax exemption","description":"Relativerelative to senior property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2745/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2745","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504592,"bill_number":"H2746","title":"Relative to promoting small business competitiveness","description":"Relativerelative to promoting small business competitiveness by reducing the tax on certain sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2746/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2746","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":504593,"bill_number":"H2747","title":"Resolve to study the loss of revenues of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to studying the loss of revenue in the fishing industry of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2747/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2747","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":504594,"bill_number":"H2748","title":"Relative to assessment certification","description":"Relativerelative to the certification of the assessing of property at full and fair cash valuation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2748/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2748","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":504595,"bill_number":"H2749","title":"Relative to the imposition of special taxes on public employees","description":"For legislation to prohibit the imposition of special fees or taxes upon state employees to fund capital improvements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2749/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2749","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":504596,"bill_number":"H2750","title":"Amending the withholding tax laws for withdrawals from retirement accounts","description":"Relative to the withholding tax laws for withdrawals from retirement accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2750/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2750","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":504597,"bill_number":"H2751","title":"To increase the medical exemption for taxpayers","description":"For legislation to increase the medical tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2751/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2751","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":504598,"bill_number":"H2752","title":"Providing local aid enhancement for the town of Brewster","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing local aid enhancement for the town of Brewster By Representatives Turner of Dennis and Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Cleon H. Turner, Sarah K. Peake and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Brewster be authorized to impose a room occupancy tax on certain property rentals located in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4474","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2752/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2752","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":504599,"bill_number":"H2753","title":"To provide a limited tax amnesty","description":"For legislation to provide a limited tax amnesty for certain seasonal rental income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2753/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2753","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":504600,"bill_number":"H2754","title":"Relative to reducing tax burden on property owners","description":"For legislation to provide tax relief for persons suffering hardships due to public works projects or actions taken by municipal utility companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2754/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2754","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"}, {"bill_id":504601,"bill_number":"H2755","title":"Extending the brownfields tax credit program","description":"Relative to extending the brownfields tax credit program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2755/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2755","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":504602,"bill_number":"H2756","title":"Addressing inequities in property tax assessments","description":"Relative to property tax assessments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2756/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2756","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504603,"bill_number":"H2757","title":"Allowing PILOT payments to municipalities","description":"Relative to the value of land owned by nonprofits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2757/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2757","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504604,"bill_number":"H2758","title":"Establishing a tax incentive for small property improvements","description":"Relative to establishing a tax incentive for small property improvements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2758/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2758","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504605,"bill_number":"H2759","title":"Increasing public access to abandoned rights of way and conservation easements","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to levy real estate taxes on certain abandoned property and provide incentives for granting public access to said property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2759/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2759","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504606,"bill_number":"H2760","title":"Relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to assess certain taxes for financing regional transportation needs and investments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2760/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2760","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504607,"bill_number":"H2761","title":"Exempting hand packed ice cream from the state sales tax","description":"Relative to exempting hand packed ice cream from the state sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2761/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2761","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504608,"bill_number":"H2762","title":"To protect main street retailers and promote sales tax fairness in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the definition of \"vendor\" under the sales and use tax law. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2762/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2762","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504610,"bill_number":"H2763","title":"Relative to the exemption of private pension income from taxation","description":"Relativerelative to the exemption of certain private pension income from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2763/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2763","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504611,"bill_number":"H2764","title":"Encouraging retirement savings","description":"For legislation to provide tax incentives for retirement savings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2764/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2764","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":504612,"bill_number":"H2765","title":"Relative to tax campaign war chest accounts","description":"For legislation to tax campaign accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2765/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2765","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504613,"bill_number":"H2766","title":"Repealing the sales tax on boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to repealing the sales tax on the sale of boats built or rebuilt in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2766/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2766","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504614,"bill_number":"H2767","title":"Generating revenue for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority by reducing the minimum price of cigarettes","description":"Relative to generating revenue for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority by dedicating to said authority monies from the cigarette excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2767/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2767","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504615,"bill_number":"H2768","title":"Encouraging taxpayers to live free and buy in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax credit for certain sales tax payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2768/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2768","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504616,"bill_number":"H2769","title":"To increase revenue by collecting monies owed to the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the collection of revenues owed to the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2769/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2769","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504617,"bill_number":"H2770","title":"To create community preservation bonds","description":"Relative to special obligation bonds secured by community preservation fund revenues of cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2770/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2770","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504618,"bill_number":"H2771","title":"Relative to the conduct of legislative committees","description":"Relativerelative to the conduct of committees of the General Court. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2771/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2771","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504619,"bill_number":"H2772","title":"Relative to the tree or tree emblem of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to change the official tree and tree emblem of the Commonwealth from the American elm to the northern red oak. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2772/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2772","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":504620,"bill_number":"H2773","title":"Prohibiting the use of personal names on state property","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of personal names on state property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2773/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2773","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504621,"bill_number":"H2774","title":"Designating the last day of February as Rare Disease Day in the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act designating the last day of February as Rare Disease Day in the Commonwealth By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition of Brian M. Ashe and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor designating the last day of February as Rare Disease Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2774/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2774","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"}, {"bill_id":504622,"bill_number":"H2775","title":"Relative to the enhanced disposition of surplus motor vehicles owned by the commonwealth or authorities established by the state","description":"Relativerelative to the sale or auction of surplus state motor vehicles to cities and towns. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2775/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2775","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":504623,"bill_number":"H2776","title":"Directing the office of the inspector general to conduct a study of leasing practices utilized by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to providing for an investigation by the Inspector General of leasing practices of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2776/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2776","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":504624,"bill_number":"H2777","title":"Providing for an exemption to the Uniform Procurement Act","description":"For legislation to exempt public, educational and governmental community television contracts from the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2777/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2777","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"}, {"bill_id":504625,"bill_number":"H2778","title":"Relative to insurance in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the combined procurement of owner controlled insurance programs by certain state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4462","last_action_date":"2014-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2778/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2778","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":504626,"bill_number":"H2779","title":"Relative to insurance in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide that awarding authorities bear the costs and benefits of certain insurance required for projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 256 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2779/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2779","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":504627,"bill_number":"H2780","title":"Relative to the enhancement of regional services","description":"Relativerelative to the collection of certain fees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2780/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2780","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":504628,"bill_number":"H2781","title":"Relative to lottery compliance investigations","description":"Relativerelative to lottery compliance investigations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2781/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2781","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":504629,"bill_number":"H2782","title":"Relative to price adjustment.","description":"For legislation to include a price adjustment clause in state awarded contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2782/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2782","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504630,"bill_number":"H2783","title":"To enhance access to electronic public records","description":"Relative to the enhancement of access to electronic public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2783/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2783","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504631,"bill_number":"H2784","title":"To improve access to public records.","description":"Relative to access to public records in state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2784/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2784","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504632,"bill_number":"H2785","title":"Concerning proprietary specifications in public construction.","description":"Relative to proprietary specifications in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2785/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2785","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504633,"bill_number":"H2786","title":"To improve the open meeting law.","description":"Relative to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2786/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2786","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504634,"bill_number":"H2787","title":"Further regulating access to public records","description":"Relative to access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2787/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2787","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504635,"bill_number":"H2788","title":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts","description":"Relativerelative to bidding for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2788/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2788","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504636,"bill_number":"H2789","title":"Redefining executive and legislative agents","description":"Relative to executive and legislative agents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2789/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2789","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504637,"bill_number":"H2790","title":"Relative to global positioning system technology and public employees","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of global positioning technology for the tracking of public employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2790/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2790","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504638,"bill_number":"H2791","title":"Relative to a Memorial to Vatican Ambassador, Former Mayor, Former State Representative and Former Boston City Councilor Raymond L. Flynn","description":"Relativerelative to the suitable placement of a memorial to Raymond L. Flynn. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2791/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2791","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":504639,"bill_number":"H2792","title":"To promote responsible contracting on state construction projects","description":"Relative to promoting responsible contracting on state construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2792/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2792","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":504640,"bill_number":"H2793","title":"Relative to employment of persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to employment of persons with disabilities By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins that certain contracts issued for services require the employment of a minimum number of individuals with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2793/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2793","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":504641,"bill_number":"H2794","title":"Relative to limited liability companies","description":"Relativerelative to the reinstatement of cancelled limited liability companies and cancelled foreign limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3944","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2794/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2794","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":504642,"bill_number":"H2795","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2795/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2795","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":504643,"bill_number":"H2796","title":"Relative to the health policy commission","description":"For legislation to create a health policy commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2796/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2796","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":504644,"bill_number":"H2797","title":"Relative to filing fees for limited liability companies","description":"Relativerelative to filing fees for limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2797/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2797","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":504645,"bill_number":"H2798","title":"Establishing the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway division of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"Bill Title: An act establishing the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway division of the Department of Conservation and Recreation By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition of Peter J. Durant and others establishing the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway division of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2798/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2798","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":504646,"bill_number":"H2799","title":"Pertaining to the procurement of supplies or services","description":"Bill Title: An Act pertaining to the procurement of supplies or services By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition of Peter J. Durant and Paul K. Frost to the procurement of supplies or services under the uniform procurement law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2799/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2799","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":504647,"bill_number":"H2800","title":"Relative to the electronic filing of and public access to statements of financial interests","description":"Relativerelative to public access to the financial statements of candidates for public office and the maintenance of a electronic reporting system statements of financial interests. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2800/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2800","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504648,"bill_number":"H2801","title":"To encourage economic competition","description":"For legislation to require a project labor agreement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2801/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2801","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504649,"bill_number":"H2802","title":"To reduce the cost of government and create jobs","description":"For legislation to eliminate privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2802/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2802","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504650,"bill_number":"H2803","title":"Reducing the costs for small business","description":"Relative to the organization of limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2803/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2803","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":504652,"bill_number":"H2804","title":"Relative to reducing outsourcing","description":"Relative to reducing outsourcing By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of John V. Fernandes and others that the State Purchasing Agent give preference to products or services manufactured or produced in the United States. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2094","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2804/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2804","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504653,"bill_number":"H2805","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2805/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2805","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":504654,"bill_number":"H2806","title":"To promote purchasing from social enterprises by governmental bodies","description":"For legislation to promote purchasing from social enterprises by governmental bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2806/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2806","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":504655,"bill_number":"H2807","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Boston to the Church of the Nazarene Friends of the Humbles and the Greater Boston Nazarene Compassionate Center","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the city of Boston to the Church of the Nazarene Friends of the Humbles and the Greater Boston Nazarene Compassionate Center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2807/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2807","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":504656,"bill_number":"H2808","title":"To create an annual service and volunteerism day","description":"Bill Title: An Act to create an annual service and volunteerism day By Ms. Forry of Boston, a petition of Linda Dorcena Forry and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the Thursday of National Volunteer Week in April as Massachusetts service and volunteerism day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1563","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2808/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2808","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":504657,"bill_number":"H2809","title":"Simplifying the language of documents published by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to languages used in documents published by the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2809/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2809","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":504658,"bill_number":"H2810","title":"Providing for the conveyance of certain land by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts along I-95.","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for the conveyance of certain land by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts along I-95. By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin that the Secretary for Administration and Finance be directed to designate the use of certain land abutting Route 95 or Dedham Street in the town of Canton for civic, recreational or social purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2810/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2810","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":504659,"bill_number":"H2811","title":"Relative to MWRA employees","description":"For legislation to regulate the purchasing of state services by the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2811/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2811","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504660,"bill_number":"H2812","title":"Designating Cyrus E. Dallin as the official sculptor of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate Cyrus E. Dallin as the official sculptor of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2812/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2812","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504661,"bill_number":"H2813","title":"To establish Uncle Sam Day","description":"For legislation to designate September 13th of each calendar year as \"Uncle Sam Day\" in commemoration of Sam Wilson who was born in the town of Arlington. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2813/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2813","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504662,"bill_number":"H2814","title":"To designate Narcolepsy Awareness Day","description":"Bill Title: An Act to designate Narcolepsy Awareness Day By Ms. Gobi of Spencer, a petition of Anne M. Gobi for the annual proclamation by the Governor setting apart the seventh day of March as “Narcolepsy Awareness Day”. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2814/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2814","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504663,"bill_number":"H2815","title":"Relative to health policy commission membership","description":"For legislation to create a health policy commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2815","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":504664,"bill_number":"H2816","title":"Requiring a comparable site for individuals using the fernald pool","description":"For legislation to require a comparable site for individuals using the fernald pool. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2816/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2816","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504665,"bill_number":"H2817","title":"Relative to the opening meeting law","description":"For legislation to make the General Court subject to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2817/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2817","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504666,"bill_number":"H2818","title":"Relative to accessible electronic information technology for persons with disabilities","description":"Relativerelative to accessible electronic information technology for persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2818/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2818","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504667,"bill_number":"H2819","title":"Relative to public record fines","description":"For legislation to impose a fine for public officials in noncompliance with allowing access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2819/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2819","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504668,"bill_number":"H2820","title":"To provide for the public inspection of records made or received by special state police officers at educational institutions","description":"For legislation to designate certain law enforcement records as public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2820/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2820","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504669,"bill_number":"H2821","title":"For state employment transparency","description":"Relative to the employment of former members of the General Court. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2821/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2821","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":504670,"bill_number":"H2822","title":"Proclaiming May as Aviation Awareness Month","description":"Bill Title: An Act proclaiming May as Aviation Awareness Month By Mr. Humason of Westfield, a petition of Donald F. Humason, Jr. and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the month of May as Aviation Awareness Month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2822/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2822","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":504671,"bill_number":"H2823","title":"Requiring government neutrality in all public construction projects","description":"For legislation to prohibits the use of “union-only” requirements in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2823/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2823","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504673,"bill_number":"H2824","title":"Relative to the use of project labor agreements","description":"Relative to the use of project labor agreements By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2825/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2825","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504675,"bill_number":"H2826","title":"Relative to increasing government efficiency through the use of electronic paperwork","description":"Relativerelative to increasing government efficiency through the use of electronic paperwork. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2826/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2826","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504676,"bill_number":"H2827","title":"Eliminating the Pacheco Law","description":"For legislation to repeal the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2827/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2827","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504677,"bill_number":"H2828","title":"Relative to agency credit cards","description":"Relative to agency credit cards By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that the State Auditor conduct annual audits of credit cards issued on behalf of state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2828/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2828","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504678,"bill_number":"H2829","title":"Providing regulatory reform to promote job growth","description":"For legislation to provide regulatory reform to promote job growth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2829/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2829","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504679,"bill_number":"H2830","title":"Relative to closing a gap in campaign finance laws","description":"Relativerelative to the failure to file certain reports by candidates under the campaign finance laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2830/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2830","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504680,"bill_number":"H2831","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of certain state land in the town of Sharon","description":"Relative to authorizing the conveyance of certain state land in the town of Sharon. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2831/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2831","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":504681,"bill_number":"H2832","title":"Recognizing the profession of interior designers to bid on state contracts","description":"For legislation to recognize the profession of interior designers to bid on state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4303","last_action_date":"2014-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2832/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2832","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"}, {"bill_id":504682,"bill_number":"H2833","title":"Relative to fees for the use of State House facilities","description":"Relativerelative to fees for the use of State House facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2833/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2833","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504683,"bill_number":"H2834","title":"Relative to access to tax expenditure information","description":"For legislation to grant the State Auditor access to certain confidential tax information for use in auditing tax expenditures. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4448","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2834/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2834","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504684,"bill_number":"H2835","title":"To establish a municipal record preservation commission","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and create a plan for municipal records preservation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2835/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2835","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":504685,"bill_number":"H2836","title":"Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day","description":"Relativerelative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2836/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2836","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":504686,"bill_number":"H2837","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land containing the Salem Superior Courthouse and County Commissioners Building to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2837/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2837","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":504687,"bill_number":"H2838","title":"Directing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land containing the Salem District Court Building to the Salem Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 216 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2838/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2838","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":504688,"bill_number":"H2839","title":"Facilitating the development of underutilized properties formerly operated by the department of mental health or the department of mental retardation for supported housing for people deemed eligible for services by the department of mental health or the department of mental retardation","description":"For legislation to create a hospital disposition fund from the proceeds of sales of state hospitals and the crediting of such proceeds to accounts of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4068","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2839/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2839","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504689,"bill_number":"H2840","title":"To publish the current debt and the current debt service costs accurately in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the accurate publication of the current debt and the current debt service costs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2840/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2840","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504690,"bill_number":"H2841","title":"Modernizing uniform procurement threshholds","description":"Relative to uniform procurement threshholds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2841/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2841","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504691,"bill_number":"H2842","title":"Relative to the use of force accounts","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of so-called \"force accounts\" by awarding authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2842/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2842","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504692,"bill_number":"H2843","title":"To exempt the deliberation of public bodies at town meeting from the open meeting law","description":"For legislation to exempt the deliberation of public bodies at town meeting from the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4208","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2843/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2843","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504693,"bill_number":"H2844","title":"Authorizing the conveyance or lease of a parcel of land in the city of Northampton for park, recreation or open space purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey to the city of Northampton certain parcels of land in said city for use by the Northampton Rotary Club for the construction of a public park. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2844/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2844","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504694,"bill_number":"H2845","title":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the city of Northampton","description":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the city of Northampton By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot and Stanley C. Rosenberg that the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, in consultation with the Commissioner of Agricultural Resources convey a certain easement in the city of Northampton to the the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2845/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2845","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504695,"bill_number":"H2846","title":"To improve access to public records.","description":"Relative to access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3945","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2846/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2846","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504696,"bill_number":"H2847","title":"Relative to thresholds for mandated use of the designer selection law","description":"Relativerelative to contracts for design services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2847/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2847","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504697,"bill_number":"H2848","title":"Increasing competition among school photographers","description":"For legislation to exempt purchases of photography services by public schools from the Uniform Procurement Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2848/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2848","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":504698,"bill_number":"H2849","title":"Relative to controlling the size of government","description":"For legislation to establish a sunset commission to periodically review government agencies and authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2849/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2849","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":504699,"bill_number":"H2850","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs and services","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs and services By Messrs. Lewis of Winchester and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of Jason M. Lewis and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs and services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2850/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2850","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":504700,"bill_number":"H2851","title":"Protecting children and parents","description":"Relative to the protection of parents and children. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2851/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2851","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":504701,"bill_number":"H2852","title":"Relative to the timeframe for MCAD investigations","description":"For legislation to further regulate the investigation of cases filed with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2852/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2852","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504702,"bill_number":"H2853","title":"Relative to the conveyance of real property by the Commonwealth in the town of Falmouth","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of a certain parcel of land in the town of Falmouth for purposes not contained in the original conveyance from the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2853/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2853","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504703,"bill_number":"H2854","title":"Relative to honesty in bidding for public works","description":"For legislation to require the filing of affidavits of truthful and complete information in all bids or offers for public works projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2854/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2854","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":504704,"bill_number":"H2855","title":"To exempt senior citizens from BBRS licensing requirements","description":"For legislation to exempt senior citizens from Board of Building Regulations and Standard licensing requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2855/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2855","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":504705,"bill_number":"H2856","title":"Setting apart the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day","description":"Bill Title: An Act setting apart the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli, Kenneth I. Gordon and Elizabeth A. Poirier for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2856/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2856","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":504706,"bill_number":"H2857","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintainance to modify the lease agreement on certain property owned by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the town of Tewksbury","description":"Relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintainance to modify the lease agreement on certain property owned by the Commonwealth in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2858","last_action_date":"2013-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2857/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2857","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":504707,"bill_number":"H2858","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintainance to extend the time requirement in a certain section of a lease agreement on certain property owned by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in the town of Tewksbury.","description":"Relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintainance to modify the lease agreement on certain property owned by the Commonwealth in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3663","last_action_date":"2013-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2858/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2858","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":504708,"bill_number":"H2859","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease a certain parcel of land in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease a certain parcel of land in the Brighton District of the city of Boston to Community Rowing, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2014-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2859/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2859","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":504709,"bill_number":"H2860","title":"Relative to placing the Department of Youth Services under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Safety","description":"For legislation to place the Department of Youth Services under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Safety. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2860/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2860","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"}, {"bill_id":504710,"bill_number":"H2861","title":"Reforming certain state laws regarding public deposits","description":"For legislation to further regulate deposits of certain public funds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4462","last_action_date":"2014-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2861/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2861","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":504711,"bill_number":"H2862","title":"Designating the gingham as the official textile of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to designate gingham as the official textile of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2862/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2862","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":504712,"bill_number":"H2863","title":"Relative to the Anti-Bullying Seal of the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the anti-bullying seal of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2863/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2863","sponsor":"Rhonda Nyman"}, {"bill_id":504713,"bill_number":"H2864","title":"Designating Ms. G of the Massachusetts Audubon Society, Inc. as the official groundhog of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate Ms. G of the Massachusetts Audubon Society as the official groundhog of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 206 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2864/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2864","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504714,"bill_number":"H2865","title":"Officially making the month of March multiple system atrophy awareness month","description":"Bill Title: An Act officially making the month of March multiple system atrophy awareness month By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition of George N. Peterson, Jr., Paul K. Frost and Robert L. Hedlund for the issuance by the Governor of an annual proclamation setting apart the month of March as multiple system atrophy awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-16","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2865/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2865","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504715,"bill_number":"H2866","title":"Relative to American Indian-tribes","description":"Relativerelative to the interaction of state agencies with Native-American tribes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2866/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2866","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504716,"bill_number":"H2867","title":"Relative to the use of audio or video recordings as minutes of public bodies","description":"Relativerelative to the use of audio or video recordings as minutes of public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2867/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2867","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":504718,"bill_number":"H2868","title":"Designating the fluffernutter as the official sandwich of the commonwealth.","description":"Relative to designating the fluffernutter as the official sandwich of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2868/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2868","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":504719,"bill_number":"H2869","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Belmont for recreation, public works or other municipal purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Belmont for recreation, public works or other municipal purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2869/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2869","sponsor":"David Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504720,"bill_number":"H2870","title":"Relative to fulfilling the Commonwealth’s obligation","description":"For legislation to direct the State Comptroller to forward remaining payments due in accordance with a certain civil judgments due as a result of the abuse by state employees documented in Davis v. Rennie, et al. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4233","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2870/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2870","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":504721,"bill_number":"H2871","title":"To protect tropical forests by restricting state purchases of certain wood products","description":"Relative to protecting tropical forests by restricting state purchases of certain wood products. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2871/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2871","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":504722,"bill_number":"H2872","title":"Relative to the disclosure of participation in the historic slave trade","description":"For legislation to require companies entering into contracts with the Commonwealth to disclosure information of their participation in the historic slave trade. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2872/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2872","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":504723,"bill_number":"H2873","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a special commission relative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2873/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2873","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":504724,"bill_number":"H2874","title":"Providing for disposition of surplus state real property based on smart growth land use policies","description":"For legislation to provide for the disposition of certain state property based on smart growth land use policies. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2875/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2875","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504726,"bill_number":"H2876","title":"Relative to records open to public inspection","description":"For legislation to require all documents in the custody of the State Secretary which are ninety years old or older to be open to public inspection. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2878/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2878","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":504729,"bill_number":"H2879","title":"Relative to landscape sprinkler systems","description":"For legislation to require landscape sprinkler systems to be constructed with automatic shutoff valves with rain sensor devices. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 175 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2882/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2882","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":504733,"bill_number":"H2883","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"For legislation to encourage fair competition in bids for state contracts from qualified sources commitment to fair wages and benefits for employees. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2886/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2886","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":504738,"bill_number":"H2887","title":"Clarifying surplusing of property","description":"Relative to the disposition of certain surplus state property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2887/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2887","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":504739,"bill_number":"H2888","title":"Relative to the imposition of parking fees upon state employees at institutions of higher education","description":"For legislation to prohibit the imposition of parking fees upon employees of the Commonwealth at institutions of higher education. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2014-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2890/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2890","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":504742,"bill_number":"H2891","title":"Relative to the flying of the flag of the Commonwealth at half staff on state buildings and installations","description":"Relativerelative to flying the flag of the Commonwealth at half-staff annually to honor the victims of the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2893/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2893","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":504745,"bill_number":"H2894","title":"Relative to petition by city or town pursuant to home rule amendment","description":"Relativerelative to local approvals of home rule petitions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2894/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2894","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":504746,"bill_number":"H2895","title":"Relative to the annual observance of Green Up Day","description":"Relativerelative to the annual observance of Green Up Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2895/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2895","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504747,"bill_number":"H2896","title":"Relative to the distribution of the conflict of interest law","description":"Relativerelative to publications provided by the State Ethics Commission to county and municipal employees concerning conduct of public officials and employees. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2897/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2897","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504749,"bill_number":"H2898","title":"Relative to Congo conflict minerals","description":"For legislation to prohibit the Commonwealth from contracting with companies that do not comply with federal regulations for the certification of minerals originating in the Congo. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2900/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2900","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504752,"bill_number":"H2901","title":"Designating Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Day","description":"For legislation designate October 18 as inflammatory breast cancer awareness day. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2903/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2903","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504755,"bill_number":"H2904","title":"Designating a certain pedestrian bridge in the city of Boston as the Frances “Fanny” Appleton Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain pedestrian bridge located at Charles Circle in the city of Boston as the Frances “Fanny” Appleton bridge. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2904/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2904","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":504756,"bill_number":"H2905","title":"Designating Rex Trailer as the official cowboy of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to designating Rex Trailer as the official cowboy of the Commonwealth. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2907/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2907","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504759,"bill_number":"H2908","title":"To enhance technology in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to enhance technology in civic engagement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2908/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2908","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504760,"bill_number":"H2909","title":"To improve public confidence in the integrity of government","description":"Relative to financial disclosures by certain public officials, employees and candidates for public office. 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Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2910/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2910","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":504762,"bill_number":"H2911","title":"Relative to relocation of utilities","description":"Relativerelative to costs associated with the relocation of public utility pipes, mains, poles, wires, conduits or fixtures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2911/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2911","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":504763,"bill_number":"H2912","title":"Relative to the sale of prepaid cell phones","description":"For legislation to require retailers to retain certain records relative to the purchase by consumers of prepaid cell phones. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2912/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2912","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":504764,"bill_number":"H2913","title":"Relative to water company infrastructure projects.","description":"For legislation relative to water company infrastructure projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2913/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2913","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":504765,"bill_number":"H2914","title":"Relative to improving public safety and reducing construction costs","description":"Relativerelative to excavation designed to minimize direct contact with utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2914/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2914","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":504766,"bill_number":"H2915","title":"To support solar energy investments by homeowners and businesses.","description":"Relative to renewable energy portfolio standard requirements. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4185","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2915/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2915","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"}, {"bill_id":504767,"bill_number":"H2916","title":"Relative to hydrokinetic energy","description":"Relativerelative to green energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2916/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2916","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":504768,"bill_number":"H2917","title":"Promoting the safe operation of utility vaults","description":"Relative to the safe operation of utility vaults. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2917/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2917","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":504769,"bill_number":"H2918","title":"Regulating retail access to sellers of renewable energy generation attributes","description":"Relative to regulating retail access to sellers of renewable energy generation attributes. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2918/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2918","sponsor":"James Cantwell"}, {"bill_id":504770,"bill_number":"H2919","title":"An Act relative to energy efficiency education","description":"For legislation to establish a program within the Department of Public Utilities to educate commercial building managers and operators relative to energy efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4020","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2919/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2919","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504771,"bill_number":"H2920","title":"INCREASING SERVICE QUALITY PENALTY AGAINST ELECTRIC AND GAS COMPANIES","description":"For legislation to increase fines levied against utility companies for failing to meet service quality standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2920/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2920","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504772,"bill_number":"H2921","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"Relativerelative to the use of double utility poles of distribution or telephone companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2921/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2921","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504773,"bill_number":"H2922","title":"Requiring investigation gas leak explosions by the Department of Public Utilities","description":"Relative to requiring the investigation of gas leak explosions by the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2922/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2922","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":504774,"bill_number":"H2923","title":"To improve recycling and litter reduction","description":"Relative to the definition of \"beverage\" under the bottle law, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2923/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2923","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":504775,"bill_number":"H2924","title":"Promoting the safe operation of utility vaults","description":"Relative to the safe operation of utility vaults. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2924/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2924","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":504776,"bill_number":"H2925","title":"Regulating regular inspection of utility poles and other structures","description":"For legislation to require regular inspections and reports on the safety and connections of utility poles and other structures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2925/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2925","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":504777,"bill_number":"H2926","title":"Relative to utilities, smart meters, and ratepayers’ rights","description":"Relativerelative to utility meters and the rights of utility ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2926/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2926","sponsor":"Thomas Conroy"}, {"bill_id":504778,"bill_number":"H2927","title":"Relative to the establishment of municipal lighting authorities","description":"For legislation to regulate the establishment of municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2927/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2927","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":504779,"bill_number":"H2928","title":"Authorizing the North Central Chamber of Commerce to conduct a pilot program","description":"For legislation to authorize the North Central Chamber of Commerce to establish a pilot program for net metering of electricity for manufacturers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4185","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2928/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2928","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":504780,"bill_number":"H2929","title":"Promoting storm resistant utility infrastructure upgrades","description":"For legislation to promote storm resistant utility infrastructure upgrades. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2929/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2929","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":504781,"bill_number":"H2930","title":"Modernizing telephone regulation and encouraging economic growth.","description":"For legislation to remove the regulatory authority of the Department of Telecommunications and Cable from jurisdiction over wireless service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4186","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2930/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2930","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"}, {"bill_id":504783,"bill_number":"H2931","title":"To promote innovative water management in the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote innovative water management in the Commonwealth By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others that the clean energy technology center utilize state funds to develop and execute a program to pilot test innovative water technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2931/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2931","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504784,"bill_number":"H2932","title":"Modifying the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard","description":"Relative to modifying the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2932/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2932","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504785,"bill_number":"H2933","title":"Enhancing natural gas pipeline safety","description":"Relative to natural gas pipeline safety. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2933/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2933","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504786,"bill_number":"H2934","title":"To prevent unnecessary arboreal costs due to natural gas leaks","description":"Relative to the detection and repair of natural gas leaks and reimbursement for damages. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2934/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2934","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504787,"bill_number":"H2935","title":"To transition to a clean energy Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the use of coal as an energy resource in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4457","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2935/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2935","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"}, {"bill_id":504788,"bill_number":"H2936","title":"Relative to providing hearing and visual aids to deaf and blind viewers","description":"Relativerelative to providing closed captioning options for the deaf and narration services for the blind. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2936/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2936","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":504789,"bill_number":"H2937","title":"Relating to the replacement of gas meters.","description":"For legislation to extend the required gas meter replacement time from every seven years to every fifteen years. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2937/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2937","sponsor":"Michael Finn"}, {"bill_id":504790,"bill_number":"H2938","title":"Authorizing borrowing by cities and towns at zero percent from the Commonwealth for green energy sources","description":"For legislation to authorized cities and towns to borrow from the Commonwealth without interest for green energy programs for such municipalities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2938/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2938","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504791,"bill_number":"H2939","title":"Relative to emergency back up power at gasoline stations","description":"For legislation to require gasoline stations to be equipped with emergency back up power systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2939/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2939","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":504792,"bill_number":"H2940","title":"Involving hydraulic fracturing","description":"Relative to the reporting of hydraulic fracturing processes employed in the extraction of natural gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2940/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2940","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504793,"bill_number":"H2941","title":"Improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"Relative to improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2041","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2941/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2941","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504794,"bill_number":"H2942","title":"To update the bottle deposit system and lower the cost of recycling beverage containers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to update the bottle deposit system and lower the cost of recycling beverage containers in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2942/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2942","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":504795,"bill_number":"H2943","title":"Updating the bottle bill","description":"For legislation to include noncarbonated non-alcoholic beverages in the bottle law, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2943/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2943","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504796,"bill_number":"H2944","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"For legislation to establish a double pole advisory council to recommend rules and regulations to reduce the use of double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2944/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2944","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":504797,"bill_number":"H2945","title":"Relative to double utility poles","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Telecommunications and Cable and the Department of Public Utilities to regulate the use of double utility poles . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2945/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2945","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504799,"bill_number":"H2946","title":"Relative to solar electricity as demand management","description":"Relativerelative to funding for energy efficiency programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2946/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2946","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504800,"bill_number":"H2947","title":"Relative to reducing the cost of electricity for Massachusetts ratepayers","description":"Relativerelative to the cost of electricity for ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4185","last_action_date":"2014-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2947/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2947","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504801,"bill_number":"H2948","title":"To further reduce energy use by encouraging investments in energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to establish a voluntary accelerated energy efficiency rebate pilot program within the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2948/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2948","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":504803,"bill_number":"H2949","title":"Relative to street lighting","description":"Relativerelative to the rights of public agencies receiving street lighting services in cities and towns. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2949/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2949","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":504804,"bill_number":"H2950","title":"Relative to natural gas leaks","description":"For legislation to establish winter patrol cast iron survey protocols for utility company inspections of gas pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2950/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2950","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":504805,"bill_number":"H2951","title":"Relative to farm energy production","description":"Relative to farm energy production By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot that the Renewable Energy Trust Fund be authorized to award grants for the development of farm-based renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2951/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2951","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504806,"bill_number":"H2952","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"Relativerelative to double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2952/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2952","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504807,"bill_number":"H2953","title":"Restricting use and connection of automatic dialing-announcing devices","description":"For legislation to restrict callers from using certain automatic dialing devices for sending information to subscribers of telephone services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2953/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2953","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504808,"bill_number":"H2954","title":"Relative to renewable energy certificates","description":"Relativerelative to renewable energy certificates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2954/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2954","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504809,"bill_number":"H2955","title":"Relative to renewable energy","description":"Relative to renewable energy By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik that the Department of Energy Resources treat renewable generation equally when creating, developing and administering programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2955/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2955","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":504810,"bill_number":"H2956","title":"Relative to utility poles","description":"For legislation to reduce the number of double poles used by utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2956/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2956","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":504811,"bill_number":"H2957","title":"To restore local control in coastal communities of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize coastal cities and towns to designate certain coastal areas as exclusion zones for wind turbine development. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2957/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2957","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504812,"bill_number":"H2958","title":"Relative to recovery","description":"Relativerelative to reimbursable expenses for the towing of commercial and non-commercial vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3926","last_action_date":"2014-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2958/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2958","sponsor":"John Mahoney"}, {"bill_id":504813,"bill_number":"H2959","title":"To protect the broadcasting industry and promote renewable energy","description":"For legislation to prohibit the development of wind electric generation facilities detrimental to the operation of structures used for the transmission of radio or telecommunications. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2959/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2959","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":504814,"bill_number":"H2960","title":"Concerning zoning","description":"For legislation to prohibit the siting of wind turbines within 3,000 feet of a residence or residentially zoned property. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2960/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2960","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":504815,"bill_number":"H2961","title":"Relative to the purchase of nuclear energy","description":"For legislation to prohibit purchase agreements for electricity supplied by noncertified nuclear energy generation facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2961/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2961","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":504816,"bill_number":"H2962","title":"To implement a gas expansion program for Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to increase the availability, affordability or feasibility of natural gas service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2962/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2962","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":504817,"bill_number":"H2963","title":"Relative to installation of electrical sub-meters","description":"Relativerelative to installation of electrical sub-meters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2963/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2963","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"}, {"bill_id":504818,"bill_number":"H2964","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants","description":"Relativerelative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4152","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2964/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2964","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504819,"bill_number":"H2965","title":"Relative to the leasing of telephone equipment","description":"Relativerelative to regulating the leasing of telephone equipment. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2965/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2965","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504820,"bill_number":"H2966","title":"Regarding regulation of directory assistance","description":"Relative to directory assistance charges for handicapped or elderly persons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4021","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2966/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2966","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504821,"bill_number":"H2967","title":"To improve water sub-metering in manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to water sub-metering in manufactured housing communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2967/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2967","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504822,"bill_number":"H2968","title":"Establishing renewable energy investment commission","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing renewable energy investment commission By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others providing for an investigation and study by a special (including members of the General Court) commission to research and determine the cumulative costs to consumers and businesses of all the Commonwealth’s renewable and alternative energy programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2968/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2968","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504823,"bill_number":"H2969","title":"Relieving the adverse effects of wind energy development","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to be used to decommission certain wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2969/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2969","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504824,"bill_number":"H2970","title":"To protect the health of the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act to protect the health of the citizens of the Commonwealth By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the health effects of wind turbines and to make certain other changes in law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2970/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2970","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504825,"bill_number":"H2971","title":"Promoting transparency in electric bills","description":"For legislation to establish a framework for consumer electricity rate savings and to make certain other changes in law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2971/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2971","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":504826,"bill_number":"H2972","title":"Relative to municipal and town cell phones","description":"For legislation to require cell phone carriers to notify public safety governmental customers of cities and towns relative to the termination of telephone services used by such employees. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2972/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2972","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":504827,"bill_number":"H2973","title":"To further recycling across the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reverse vending machine bottle and can deposit redemption. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2973/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2973","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504828,"bill_number":"H2974","title":"To eliminate coal burning and use","description":"For legislation to phase out coal burning in the production of electricity. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2974/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2974","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504829,"bill_number":"H2975","title":"Further regulating the provision of electricity and other services in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate the costs imposed on tenants for heating and air conditioning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2975/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2975","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":504830,"bill_number":"H2976","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"Relativerelative to the certification and regulation by the Department of Telecommunications and Energy of persons engaged in the consensual and voluntary towing of motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3926","last_action_date":"2014-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2976/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2976","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":504831,"bill_number":"H2977","title":"Relative to electric street poles","description":"Relativerelative to utility pole replacement. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2977/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2977","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":504832,"bill_number":"H2978","title":"Relative to energy efficient construction","description":"Relativerelative to energy efficient construction. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2978/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2978","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":504833,"bill_number":"H2979","title":"Regarding community access to energy efficiency programs and green jobs","description":"Relative to energy efficiency programs and green jobs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2979/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2979","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":504834,"bill_number":"H2980","title":"Relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects","description":"Relativerelative to comprehensive siting reform for certain land based wind projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2980/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2980","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"}, {"bill_id":504835,"bill_number":"H2981","title":"Requiring fuel additives to diesel fuel.","description":"Relative to fuel additives contained in diesel fuel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2981/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2981","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504836,"bill_number":"H2982","title":"Allowing cable companies to compete for business on a statewide basis.","description":"For legislation to permit cable companies to market and provide any and all of its products. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2982/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2982","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":504837,"bill_number":"H2983","title":"Providing discretion to municipal light boards","description":"Relative to allowing line workers to work on certain high voltage live wires, electrical equipment or other energized conductors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2983/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2983","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":504838,"bill_number":"H2984","title":"To expand the bottle bill.","description":"For legislation to require deposits on certain non-carbonated beverage containers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2984/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2984","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":504839,"bill_number":"H2985","title":"Prohibiting deceptive billing practices by cellular telephone service providers","description":"Bill Title: An Act prohibiting deceptive billing practices by cellular telephone service providers By Mr. Timilty of Milton, a petition of Walter F. Timilty prohibiting deceptive practices by providers of cellular telephone services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2985/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2985","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":504840,"bill_number":"H2986","title":"Relative to consumer choice of green electricity","description":"Relativerelative to consumer choice of electricity from renewable sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2986/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2986","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":504841,"bill_number":"H2987","title":"Relieving the adverse effects of wind energy","description":"Relative to establishing energy relief funds to provide relief for detrimental health effects and property losses caused by wind energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2987/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2987","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":504842,"bill_number":"H2988","title":"Relative to vegetation management plans","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Public Utilities to promulgate rules and regulations relative to landscape management by transmission companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2988/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2988","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504843,"bill_number":"H2989","title":"Relative to underground infrastructure","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Public Utilities to promulgate rules and regulations relative to the development of underground utility infrastructure. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4396","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2989/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2989","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":504844,"bill_number":"H2990","title":"Establishing natural gas infrastructure improvement financing","description":"For legislation to establish a program within the Department of Public Utilities for natural gas distribution companies to replace certain leaking pipes. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2990/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2990","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":504845,"bill_number":"H2991","title":"To provide power outage rebates to consumers","description":"For legislation to provide power outage rebates to consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H3932","last_action_date":"2014-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2991/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2991","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504846,"bill_number":"H2992","title":"Encouraging a clean environment in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to include certain non-alcoholic carbonated and noncarbonated drinks in liquid form in the \"bottle law\", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2992/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2992","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":504847,"bill_number":"H2993","title":"Creating a special commission on school library services in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning school library services in the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4292","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2993/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2993","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504848,"bill_number":"H2994","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study the inclusion of arts in STEM related programs","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve establishing a commission to study the inclusion of arts in STEM related programs By Representatives Khan of Newton and Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Kay Khan and others for an investigation by a special commission to consider adding the arts to STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) related programs. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2994/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2994","sponsor":"Kay Khan"}, {"bill_id":504850,"bill_number":"H2995","title":"Relative to the Connecticut River rowing facility","description":"Relativerelative to the Connecticut River rowing facility. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2995/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2995","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":504851,"bill_number":"H2996","title":"Relative to public library construction funding","description":"For legislation to establish a funding program of grants to cities and towns for approved public library projects. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2996/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2996","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504852,"bill_number":"H2997","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts tourism fund","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts tourism fund. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2997/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2997","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504853,"bill_number":"H2998","title":"Relative to tourism","description":"For legislation to establish regional tourism promotion agencies eligible for funding through the Tourism Fund. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2998/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2998","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504854,"bill_number":"H2999","title":"To create the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create the position of poet laureate of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2999/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H2999","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504855,"bill_number":"H3000","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to study art in public spaces","description":"Relative to art in public spaces. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-11-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3000/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3000","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":504856,"bill_number":"H3001","title":"To authorize the acquisition of land, the development and construction of an underground railroad, civil rights and black heritage museum and cultural center in Springfield.","description":"For legislation to authorize the acquisition of land for the development and construction of an underground railroad, and a civil rights and black heritage museum in the city of Springfield. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3001/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3001","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"}, {"bill_id":504857,"bill_number":"H3002","title":"Relative to the State House art commission and State House architect","description":"Relativerelative to the State House art commission and State House architect. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3811","last_action_date":"2013-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3002/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3002","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":504858,"bill_number":"H3003","title":"Establishing an autism spectrum disorder designation on driver’s licenses and identification cards and criminal justice training relative to autism spectrum disorders","description":"Relativerelativerelative to autism spectrum disorders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3003/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3003","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":504859,"bill_number":"H3004","title":"Relative to junior operator’s licenses","description":"Relativerelative to junior operator’s licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3004/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3004","sponsor":"James Arciero"}, {"bill_id":504860,"bill_number":"H3005","title":"Relative to cell phone use in motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of hand-held cell phones by persons operating motor vehicles. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3047/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3047","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":504904,"bill_number":"H3048","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates By Mr. Fernandes of Milford and Senator Richard T. Moore, a joint petition of John V. Fernandes, Richard T. Moore and Bradley H. Jones, Jr. that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized issue a distinctive registration plate indicating support for the Boy Scouts of America on the occasion of their centennial anniversary. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3048/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3048","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504905,"bill_number":"H3049","title":"Relative to lawful presence","description":"For legislation to require proof of legal residence on applications for the registration of motor vehicles and trailers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3049/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3049","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504906,"bill_number":"H3050","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration","description":"For legislation to require certain information be included with applications for motor vehicle registrations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3050/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3050","sponsor":"John Fernandes"}, {"bill_id":504907,"bill_number":"H3051","title":"Establishing an auction or online transfer for low number registration plates in the registry of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to establish a lottery for low number registration plates in the registry of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3051/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3051","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"}, {"bill_id":504908,"bill_number":"H3052","title":"Authorizing translators for learner's permit tests","description":"Relative to authorizing translators for motor vehicle learner's permit tests. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3052/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3052","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":504909,"bill_number":"H3053","title":"Relative to livery vehicles","description":"For legislation to require licensing of livery vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3053/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3053","sponsor":"John Fresolo"}, {"bill_id":504910,"bill_number":"H3054","title":"Entitling residents west of 128 to discounted access to the Massachusetts Turnpike","description":"Relative to discount tolls for certain motorists who participate in the fast lane toll program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3054/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3054","sponsor":"Paul Frost"}, {"bill_id":504911,"bill_number":"H3055","title":"Relative to motorcycle inspections","description":"Relativerelative to motorcycle safety inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3055/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3055","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":504912,"bill_number":"H3056","title":"Designating a certain section of State Highway Route 2 in the city of Cambridge and town of Arlington as the James M. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3057/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3057","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504915,"bill_number":"H3058","title":"Providing for the safety of vulnerable road users","description":"For legislation to provide for the safety of road users. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3058/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3058","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504916,"bill_number":"H3059","title":"Establishing a more equitable public transit fare structure","description":"For legislation to establish a public transit fare structure. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3059/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3059","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504917,"bill_number":"H3060","title":"Providing for an analysis of Route 60 in the town of Arlington","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for an analysis of Route 60 in the town of Arlington By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and David M. Rogers that the Department of Highways conduct a comprehensive analysis on vehicle speed and pedestrian safety on Route 60 in the town of Arlington. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3060/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3060","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504918,"bill_number":"H3061","title":"Establishing a payroll tax to increase funding of mass transportation and establishing a transportation finance advisory board","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a payroll tax to increase funding of mass transportation and establishing a transportation finance advisory board By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey and others establishing a payroll tax to increase funding of mass transportation and establishing a transportation finance advisory board. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3061/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3061","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":504919,"bill_number":"H3062","title":"Regarding rules of the road","description":"Relative to the rules of the road, so-called, for motor vehicle and motorcycle operators and bicyclists. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3063/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3063","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504921,"bill_number":"H3064","title":"Relative to year of manufacture registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to year of manufacture registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-12-08","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3064/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3064","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504922,"bill_number":"H3065","title":"Relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles","description":"Relativerelative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3065/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3065","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504923,"bill_number":"H3066","title":"Resolve to reduce traffic on the Massachusetts Turnpike","description":"Relative to directing the Department of Highways to study the feasibility of suspending tolls on the I-84/Sturbridge toll station on the Massachusetts Turnpike on Thanksgiving Day. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3066/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3066","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":504925,"bill_number":"H3070","title":"Relative to the inspection of certain motor vehicles","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle inspections of dual wheel pickup trucks. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3070/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3070","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":504926,"bill_number":"H3071","title":"Relative to aviation preservation restrictions","description":"For legislation to establish an aviation lands preservation committee within the Aeronautics Division of the Department of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3071/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3071","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504927,"bill_number":"H3072","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division and updating airspace regulations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3072/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3072","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504928,"bill_number":"H3073","title":"Relative to public-use airport pavement improvement","description":"Relative to public-use airport pavement improvement By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition of Kate Hogan, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and Danielle W. Gregoire that the the Aeronautics Division be authorized to use Airport Safety and Maintenance Program funding for pavement projects at public-use airports. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3073/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3073","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"}, {"bill_id":504929,"bill_number":"H3074","title":"Permitting the use of traffic control signal violation monitoring system devices as a means of promoting traffic safety in the cities of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the use of traffic control signal violation monitoring system devices as a means of promoting traffic safety. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3074/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3074","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504930,"bill_number":"H3075","title":"To promote school zone safety","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote school zone safety By Mr. Honan of Boston, a petition of Kevin G. Honan and others promoting motor vehicle safety in school zones. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3075/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3075","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504931,"bill_number":"H3076","title":"Providing additional funding for the affordable housing trust fund","description":"Relative to the issuance of a distinctive motor vehicle registration plate to provide additional funding for affordable housing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3076/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3076","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"}, {"bill_id":504932,"bill_number":"H3077","title":"Promoting children safety","description":"For legislation to require that certain vehicles transporting students comply with school bus color requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3077/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3077","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":504933,"bill_number":"H3078","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters","description":"Relativerelative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3078/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3078","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":504934,"bill_number":"H3079","title":"Relative to special license plates","description":"Relativerelative to distinctive license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3079/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3079","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"}, {"bill_id":504935,"bill_number":"H3080","title":"Relative to the Airport Safety and Maintenance Program.","description":"For legislation to require the Aeronautics Commission to reimburse airports for the cost of certain safety and maintenance programs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3080/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3080","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":504936,"bill_number":"H3081","title":"Relative to state purchasing power for privately-owned public-use airports.","description":"Relativerelative to purchases by private airports of safety, security and maintenance equipment. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3082/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3082","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":504938,"bill_number":"H3083","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation Aviation Division Operating Budget","description":"Relativerelative to the use of fuel tax revenues in the Aeronautics Commission operating budget. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3092","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3088/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3088","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"}, {"bill_id":504944,"bill_number":"H3089","title":"Relative to establishing speed limits on certain local roads","description":"Relativerelative to establishing speed limits on certain local roads. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, see H4567","last_action_date":"2014-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3092/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3092","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504948,"bill_number":"H3093","title":"To clarify penalties for violations occurring while driving with a hardship license","description":"Relative to clarifying violations that occur while driving with a hardship license. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3093/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3093","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504949,"bill_number":"H3094","title":"Relative to signs on the Massachusetts Turnpike","description":"For legislation to restrict the use of certain signs on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3094/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3094","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":504950,"bill_number":"H3095","title":"Relative to motorcycle helmet choice","description":"For legislation repeal the requirement for operators and passengers on motorcycles over the age of eighteen to wear protective headgear. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3095/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3095","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"}, {"bill_id":504951,"bill_number":"H3096","title":"Relative to inspections for new automobiles.","description":"For legislation to exempt new motor vehicles from maintenance and emissions inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3096/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3096","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504952,"bill_number":"H3097","title":"Relative to speed limits in historic districts","description":"Relativerelative to speed limits in historic districts. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3097/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3097","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504953,"bill_number":"H3098","title":"Relative to drivers education in public high schools","description":"Relativerelative to drivers education in public schools. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3098/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3098","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":504954,"bill_number":"H3099","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle license suspension record privacy. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3099/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3099","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"}, {"bill_id":504955,"bill_number":"H3100","title":"Relative to speed limits","description":"For legislation to establish reasonable and proper speed limits inside an urban district on public ways. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3104/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3104","sponsor":"Paul Mark"}, {"bill_id":504960,"bill_number":"H3105","title":"Relative to expired licenses","description":"Relativerelative to the operation of motor vehicles by persons with expired drivers licenses. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3120/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3120","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":504976,"bill_number":"H3121","title":"To authorize transportation revenues to be collected in high occupancy vehicle lanes from single passenger vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize transportation revenues to be collected in high occupancy vehicle lanes from single passenger vehicles on Route I-93. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3125/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3125","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":504982,"bill_number":"H3126","title":"Relative to transportation finance and equity","description":"Relativerelative to transportation financing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3126/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3126","sponsor":"Denise Provost"}, {"bill_id":504983,"bill_number":"H3127","title":"Authorizing the establishment of recreational safety zones","description":"Relative to authorizing the establishment of recreational traffic safety zones in cities and towns. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3131/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3131","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":504989,"bill_number":"H3132","title":"Exempting certain elderly persons from paying tolls.","description":"Bill Title: An Act exempting certain elderly persons from paying tolls. By Ms. Reinstein of Revere, a petition of Kathi-Anne Reinstein that the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority be prohibited from charging tolls to certain persons seventy years of age or older. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3134/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3134","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":504992,"bill_number":"H3135","title":"Authorizing the Department of Highways to acquire a certain dam in the town of Norwood","description":"For legislation to require the department of highways to acquire a certain portion of Brook Street and Willet Pond Dam in the town of Norwood by eminent domain. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3136/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3136","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"}, {"bill_id":504994,"bill_number":"H3137","title":"To eliminate the tolls on the Massachusetts Turnpike","description":"For legislation to eliminate tolls on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3137/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3137","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504995,"bill_number":"H3138","title":"Relative to funeral processions.","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of flashing lights on motor vehicles leading funeral processions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3138/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3138","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504996,"bill_number":"H3139","title":"Establishing the commuter rail patrons bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a passenger's bill of rights for rail service patrons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3139/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3139","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504997,"bill_number":"H3140","title":"Relative to motorcycle safety with malfunctioning traffic signals not detecting motorcycles","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle safety with malfunctioning traffic signals not detecting motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3140/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3140","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":504998,"bill_number":"H3141","title":"Relative to contract assistance for Central Artery debt of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relativerelative to contract assistance for Central Artery debt of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3144/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3144","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":505002,"bill_number":"H3145","title":"To preserve historic markers","description":"For legislation to set aside a certain sum of money by the Highway Department for the repair and preservation of historic markers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3145/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3145","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":505003,"bill_number":"H3146","title":"Exempting towed campers from commercial license plates.","description":"Relative to exempting towed campers from commercial license plates. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3148/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3148","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":505006,"bill_number":"H3149","title":"Further regulating motorcycle sound levels","description":"For legislation to further regulate motorcycle sound levels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3149/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3149","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":505007,"bill_number":"H3150","title":"To exempt the weight of idle reduction systems for commercial vehicles from maximum weight restrictions","description":"For legislation to exempt the weight of idle reduction systems for commercial vehicles from maximum weight restrictions. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3151/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3151","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":505009,"bill_number":"H3152","title":"Relative to reckless or negligent operation of a motor vehicle.","description":"Relativerelative to the reckless or negligent operation of motor vehicles. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3159/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3159","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505017,"bill_number":"H3160","title":"Relative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton","description":"Relativerelative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3092","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3161/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3161","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"}, {"bill_id":505019,"bill_number":"H3162","title":"Relative to motorist safety from commercial vehicles.","description":"Relativerelative to the operation of certain commercial vehicle with an accumulation of snow and ice. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3164/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3164","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505022,"bill_number":"H3165","title":"Relative to the creation of a motor carrier advisory council","description":"Relativerelative to the establishment of a motor carrier advisory council. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3166/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3166","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505024,"bill_number":"H3167","title":"Relative to the Chapter 90 program","description":"Relativerelative to further regulating expenditures made from the Highway Fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3167","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505025,"bill_number":"H3168","title":"Relative to certain properties in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of permits to build structures on land formerly used as a railroad right of way. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4492","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3168/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3168","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505026,"bill_number":"H3169","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"Relative to requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3588","last_action_date":"2013-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3169/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3169","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505027,"bill_number":"H3170","title":"Relative to railroad crossings","description":"Relativerelative to railroad crossings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3170/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3170","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505028,"bill_number":"H3171","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts transportation infrastructure revolving fund","description":"Relative to establishing the Massachusetts transportation infrastructure revolving fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3171/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3171","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":505029,"bill_number":"H3172","title":"Relative to the MBTA's Copley and Science Park Stations","description":"Relativerelative to renaming the \"Copley Station\" and the \"Science Park Station\" by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3172/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3172","sponsor":"Martha Walz"}, {"bill_id":505030,"bill_number":"H3173","title":"Relative to historic preservation","description":"Relativerelative to making the MBTA subject to historic district regulations and other laws regulating properties listed on the national, state, or municipal list of historic places. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3174/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3174","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":505032,"bill_number":"H3175","title":"Increasing the speed limit on the Massachusetts Turnpike and on roadways with a posted limit of sixty-five miles per hour","description":"For legislation to increase the speed limit to seventy miles per hour on the Massachusetts Turnpike and on certain roadways with a posted limit of sixty-five miles per hour. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3175/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3175","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":505033,"bill_number":"H3176","title":"Expiration of a nonresident enrolled student license","description":"Relative to licensing of nonresidents enrolled as a students. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3176/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3176","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":505034,"bill_number":"H3177","title":"To improve veterans home modifications","description":"For legislation to establish a program for assisting certain disabled veterans in making home modifications. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3177/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3177","sponsor":"Carlo Basile"}, {"bill_id":505035,"bill_number":"H3178","title":"Relative to inland fisheries and game licenses","description":"Relative to inland fisheries and game licenses By Mr. Binienda of Worcester, a petition of John J. Binienda and Michael O. Moore that certain disabled veterans be exempt from inland fisheries and game fees. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3178","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":505036,"bill_number":"H3179","title":"Relative to the parking of motor vehicles at meters by certain persons","description":"For legislation to exempt certain decorated veterans from parking meter fines. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3179","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":505037,"bill_number":"H3180","title":"Relative to the appointment of veterans' agents","description":"Relativerelative to the appointment of veterans' agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3180","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":505038,"bill_number":"H3181","title":"Increasing the annuity for gold star families","description":"For legislation to increase the annuities paid to certain disabled veterans and their families. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3181","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":505039,"bill_number":"H3182","title":"Relative to the Medal of liberty","description":"For legislation to include service men and women who died in service while in a designated combat area as qualifying for the Medal of Liberty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3182","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":505040,"bill_number":"H3183","title":"Establishing a special commission to create a state office of veterans business assistance","description":"Relative to creating a state office of veterans business assistance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3183/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3183","sponsor":"James Dwyer"}, {"bill_id":505041,"bill_number":"H3184","title":"Relative to tuition and fee waivers for armed forces reserves","description":"Relativerelative to tuition and fee waivers for armed forces reserves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3184/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3184","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":505043,"bill_number":"H3185","title":"Resolutions Urging the Census Bureau to Provide Redistricting Data that Counts Prisoners in a Manner Consistent with the Principles of “One Person, One Vote.”","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions Urging the Census Bureau to Provide Redistricting Data that Counts Prisoners in a Manner Consistent with the Principles of “One Person, One Vote.” By Ms. Forry of Boston, a petition of Linda Dorcena Forry and Sonia Chang-Diaz for adoption of resolutions by the General Court memorializing the Federal Census Bureau to provide redistricting data that counts prisoners in a manner consistent with the principles of “One Person, One Vote”. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S309","last_action_date":"2013-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3185/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3185","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":505044,"bill_number":"H3186","title":"Relative to veterans benefits","description":"Relativerelative to the calculation of benefits of veterans receiving public housing and other public assistance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3186/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3186","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":505045,"bill_number":"H3187","title":"Relative to housing for veterans","description":"For legislation to allow veterans living in housing authorities to deduct the cost of traveling for medical purposes from the income total assessed by said authority. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3187/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3187","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":505046,"bill_number":"H3188","title":"Relative to payment of veteran’s benefits","description":"Relativerelative to the payment of veterans’ benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3188/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3188","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":505047,"bill_number":"H3189","title":"To provide for a special commission to study veteran’s benefits","description":"Relative to state and local services provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3189/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3189","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":505048,"bill_number":"H3190","title":"Resolutions calling on Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions calling on Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention By Mr. Lewis of Winchester, a petition of Jason M. Lewis and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to convene a Constitutional Convention to consider amendments to the Constitution to limit the influence of money in our political system. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3190","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":505050,"bill_number":"H3191","title":"Relative to headstones for deceased members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"Relative to headstones for deceased members of the Massachusetts National Guard By Mr. Miceli of Wilmington, a petition of James R. Miceli that the Commissioner of Veterans' Services be authorized to provide headstones for certain deceased members of the National Guard. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3191/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3191","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":505051,"bill_number":"H3192","title":"Relative to the training and certification of veteran service agents","description":"Relativerelative to the training and certification of veteran service agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3192","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505052,"bill_number":"H3193","title":"Relative to compensating a family member as caretaker","description":"Relativerelative to authorizing family members to be compensated caretakers of traumatic brain injured veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3193/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3193","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505053,"bill_number":"H3194","title":"Relative to the Train Vets to Treat Vets Fund","description":"Relative to the Train Vets to Treat Vets Fund By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. and Thomas J. Calter for the establishment of a separate fund to be known as the Train Vets to Treat Vets Fund to assist returning veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3194","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505054,"bill_number":"H3195","title":"Further supporting Massachusetts military families","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Military Family Relief Fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3195","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505055,"bill_number":"H3196","title":"Relative to veteran owned small business procurements","description":"Relative to veteran owned small business procurements By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr. and Thomas J. Calter that the State Purchasing Agent give preference to veteran owned small businesses when making certain purchases. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3196/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3196","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505056,"bill_number":"H3197","title":"Relative to the education of the veterans of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to authorize the Board of Higher Education to offer and administer free online public higher education courses to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3197/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3197","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505057,"bill_number":"H3198","title":"Relative to the members of the Massachusetts National Guard","description":"For legislation to reimburse members of the Massachusetts National Guard for monthly life insurance premiums. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3198/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3198","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505058,"bill_number":"H3199","title":"Relative to a volunteer veteran corps mentoring program","description":"For legislation to establish a veteran mentoring pilot program at certain higher educational institutions to assist veterans in adjusting to civilian life. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3199/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3199","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505059,"bill_number":"H3200","title":"Relative to burial benfits of veterans.","description":"Relativerelative to burial benefits of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3200","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505060,"bill_number":"H3201","title":"Relative to a military scholarship program","description":"For legislation to establish a military scholarship program for children, siblings and spouses of certain veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3201/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3201","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505061,"bill_number":"H3202","title":"Relative to the appointment of veterans agents and service officers","description":"Relativerelative to the appointment of veterans agents and service officers. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3202/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3202","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505062,"bill_number":"H3203","title":"Act relative to tax credits for homeless veteran housing","description":"For legislation to allocate tax credits for projects sponsored by nonprofits to provide permanent housing for formerly homeless veterans in service-based multifamily property and projects. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3203/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3203","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":505063,"bill_number":"H3204","title":"Reducing barriers to employment for returning armed forces members","description":"Relative to employment for members of the armed forces returning from active duty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3204/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3204","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"}, {"bill_id":505064,"bill_number":"H3205","title":"Relative to the removal of veterans, police and fire, commemorative flag holders.","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the removal of commemorative flag holders from graves of veterans and police and fire personnel. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3205/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3205","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":505065,"bill_number":"H3206","title":"Relative to the removal of veterans commemorative flag holders","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the removal of American flags and fire and police commemorative medallions from burial places. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3206/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3206","sponsor":"Kathi-Anne Reinstein"}, {"bill_id":505066,"bill_number":"H3207","title":"Resolutions to protect consumers and enforce the Fair Credit Reporting Act","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions to protect consumers and enforce the Fair Credit Reporting Act By Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, a petition of Tom Sannicandro and Elizabeth A. Malia memorializing the President of the United States and Congress to require consumer reporting agencies to meet the standards of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3207/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3207","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":505067,"bill_number":"H3208","title":"Relative to ParksPass waivers","description":"Relative to ParksPass waivers By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of Paul A. Schmid, III and others that the Division of State Parks and Recreation issue a ParksPass waivers to certain veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3208/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3208","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":505068,"bill_number":"H3209","title":"Relative to Chapter 115 benefits","description":"Relativerelative to reimbursements to cities and towns for veterans' benefits' expenditures. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3209/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3209","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"}, {"bill_id":505069,"bill_number":"H3210","title":"Relative to veterans' benefits equity","description":"Relativerelative to veterans' benefits equity for persons discharged from the military based on certain consensual conduct. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3210/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3210","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":505070,"bill_number":"H3211","title":"Resolutions Referendum on a budget for all","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions Referendum on a budget for all By Mr. Sciortino of Medford, a petition of Carl M. Sciortino, Jr. and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to take certain actions concerning national budgetary matters. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3211/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3211","sponsor":"Carl Sciortino"}, {"bill_id":505071,"bill_number":"H3212","title":"Relative to veterans' burial expenses","description":"Relativerelative to the payment of certain burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3212/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3212","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"}, {"bill_id":505072,"bill_number":"H3213","title":"Exempting veterans from civil service exam fees","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from civil service exam fees. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3213/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3213","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505073,"bill_number":"H3214","title":"Returning the payment of bonuses to soldiers during the Persian Gulf War to the Treasurer's office","description":"Relative to returning the payment of bonuses to veterans of the Persian Gulf War to the Office of the Treasurer and Receiver General from the Department of Veterans Services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3214/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3214","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":505074,"bill_number":"H3215","title":"Giving a veteran bonus to regular soldiers having been on active duty in support of the Persian Gulf War","description":"Relative to providing veterans' bonuses to certain regular soldiers who served on active duty in support of the Persian Gulf War. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3215/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3215","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":505075,"bill_number":"H3216","title":"Relative to protecting municipalities from unfunded mandates","description":"For legislation to require that fiscal notes be attached to legislation providing unfunded mandates on municipal governments. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3216/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3216","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":505076,"bill_number":"H3217","title":"Requiring appropriation bills to include estimated amounts for the following fiscal year","description":"For legislation to require estimated amounts of appropriations for a subsequent fiscal year on appropriation bills. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3217/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3217","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":505077,"bill_number":"H3218","title":"Creating a legislative budget office","description":"For legislation to establish a legislative budget office. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3218/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3218","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"}, {"bill_id":505078,"bill_number":"H3219","title":"To increase transparency and account for budget expenditures","description":"For legislation to require the Executive Office for Aministration and Finance to prepare a report relative to expenditures in the state budget. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3219/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3219","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":505079,"bill_number":"H3220","title":"To account for health safety net expenditures","description":"For legislation to require the Executive Office for Aministration and Finance to prepare a report relative to expenditures from the Health Safety Net Program, so-called. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3220/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3220","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":505080,"bill_number":"H3221","title":"Relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund","description":"Relativerelative to allocations to be made from the Sewer Rate Relief Fund. House Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3221/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3221","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":505081,"bill_number":"H3222","title":"Amend Chapter 23K by adding after section 63, the following new section:","description":"Relative to the distribution of funds to the Gaming Local Aid Fund and the Local Aid Stabilization Fund. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3222/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3222","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":505082,"bill_number":"H3223","title":"Relative to certain standing committees of the general court","description":"For legislation to require recorded roll call votes on reports of committees of the House of Representatives. House Rules.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2013-01-22","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3223/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3223","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"}, {"bill_id":505083,"bill_number":"S1","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-02-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2013-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":505084,"bill_number":"S11","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution establishing an independent redistricting commission","description":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment Title: Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution establishing an independent redistricting commission By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to establish an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2013-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S11/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S11","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505085,"bill_number":"S13","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the subject matter of initiative petitions","description":"Relativerelative to the subject matter of initiative petitions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2013-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S13/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S13","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505086,"bill_number":"S15","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the reform of the Executive Council","description":"Relativerelative to the reform of the Executive Council. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Joint session held and dissolved","last_action_date":"2014-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S15/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S15","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505087,"bill_number":"S16","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the constitution creating a progressive income tax","description":"Relative to creating a progressive income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file","last_action_date":"2013-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S16/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S16","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505088,"bill_number":"S18","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds","description":"Proposal for Constitutional Amendment Title: Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr, Richard J. Ross and Michael R. Knapik for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to require a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Joint session held and dissolved","last_action_date":"2014-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S18/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S18","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505089,"bill_number":"S19","title":"Encouraging low-income savings and economic opportunity","description":"For legislation to encourage low-income savings and economic opportunity. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefore a new draft, see S1805","last_action_date":"2013-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S19/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S19","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505090,"bill_number":"S20","title":"Requiring child and parent involvement in permanency and placement planning","description":"For legislation to require child and parent involvement in permanency and placement planning. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S20/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S20","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505091,"bill_number":"S21","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the personal care attendant program.","description":"For legislation to supervise the personal care attendant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, H3709","last_action_date":"2013-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S21/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S21","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505092,"bill_number":"S22","title":"Relative to creating a loan repayment program for direct care human service workers","description":"For legislation to create a loan repayment program for direct care human service workers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S22/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S22","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505093,"bill_number":"S23","title":"To provide personal care attendant orientation","description":"For legislation to provide personal care attendant orientation . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S23/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S23","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505094,"bill_number":"S24","title":"To support the transition to adult services for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to support the transition to adult services for persons with disabilities . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S24/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S24","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505095,"bill_number":"S25","title":"Revising the interstate compact on the placement of children","description":"For legislation to revise the interstate compact on the placement of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S25/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S25","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505096,"bill_number":"S26","title":"To expand juvenile jurisdiction, increase public safety and protect children from harm","description":"For legislation to expand juvenile jurisdiction, increase public safety and protect children from harm. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S26/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S26","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505098,"bill_number":"S27","title":"Relative to children in the care, protection and custody of the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation relative to foster care children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4382","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S27/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S27","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505099,"bill_number":"S28","title":"Relative to level IV treatment interventions.","description":"For legislation to create and authorize level iv behavioral treatment interventions. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4452","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S28/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S28","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505100,"bill_number":"S29","title":"Creating a special commission on behavior modification.","description":"For legislation to create a special commission on behavior modification. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S29/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S29","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505101,"bill_number":"S30","title":"Relative to the humane treatment of disabled persons.","description":"For legislation relative to the humane treatment of disabled persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4452","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S30/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S30","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505102,"bill_number":"S31","title":"Relative to children who are the subject of an abuse and neglect investigation","description":"For legislation relative to children who are the subject of an abuse and neglect investigation. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S31/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S31","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505103,"bill_number":"S32","title":"Relative to strengthening early support and education","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening early support and education . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H125","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S32/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S32","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505104,"bill_number":"S33","title":"Relative to parental leave","description":"For legislation relative to parental leave. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S33/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S33","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505105,"bill_number":"S34","title":"Relative to identity theft protections for foster children","description":"For legislation relative to identity theft protections for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S34/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S34","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505106,"bill_number":"S35","title":"Regarding pathways to family economic self-sufficiency","description":"For legislation regarding pathways to family economic self-sufficiency . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H114","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S35/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S35","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505107,"bill_number":"S36","title":"Relative to mandated reporters.","description":"For legislation relative to mandated reporters. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H93","last_action_date":"2013-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S37/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S37","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505110,"bill_number":"S38","title":"Further regulating the release of information concerning adoption","description":"For legislation to further regulate the release of information concerning adoption. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S38/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S38","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505111,"bill_number":"S39","title":"To keep siblings together","description":"For legislation relative to the placement of foster children with their siblings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S39/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S39","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505112,"bill_number":"S40","title":"Relative to the reporting of child abuse to local law enforcement officials","description":"For legislation relative to the reporting of child abuse to local law enforcement officials. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S40/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S40","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505114,"bill_number":"S41","title":"Relative to adolescent development","description":"For legislation relative to adolescent development. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S41/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S41","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505115,"bill_number":"S42","title":"Establishing the miracle league of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish the miracle league of Massachusetts to provide recreational resources for persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S42/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S42","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505116,"bill_number":"S43","title":"Providing for insurance coverage for vision screening for children","description":"For legislation to provide for insurance coverage for vision screening for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S43/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S43","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505117,"bill_number":"S44","title":"Relative to the parental notification for minors who violate probation","description":"For legislation relative to the parental notification for minors who violate probation. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S44/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S44","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505118,"bill_number":"S45","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"For legislation relative to child custody. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S45/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S45","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505119,"bill_number":"S46","title":"Relative to reforming the department of children and families","description":"For legislation to reform the department of children and families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S46/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S46","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505120,"bill_number":"S47","title":"Creating a task force to protect Massachusetts children against child sexual abuse","description":"For legislation to create a task force to protect Massachusetts children against child sexual abuse. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S47/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S47","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505121,"bill_number":"S48","title":"To bring child support home","description":"For legislation to bring child support home. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S48/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S48","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505122,"bill_number":"S49","title":"Relative to the rights of children adopted by unmarried persons","description":"For legislation relative to the rights of children adopted by unmarried persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S49/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S49","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505123,"bill_number":"S50","title":"To secure child safety in family child care systems","description":"For legislation to secure child safety in family child care systems. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S50/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S50","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":505124,"bill_number":"S51","title":"Establishing an education loan repayment program for social workers in areas of need","description":"For legislation to establish a education loan repayment program for social workers in areas of need . Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1077","last_action_date":"2013-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S51/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S51","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505125,"bill_number":"S52","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"For legislation to promote restorative justice practices. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2078","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S52/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S52","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505126,"bill_number":"S53","title":"To provide for an income tax credit for taxpayers with family members requiring care in their homes","description":"For legislation to provide for an income tax credit for taxpayers with family members requiring care in their homes. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S53/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S53","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505127,"bill_number":"S54","title":"To establish a task force relative to the Commonwealth's direct-care workforce","description":"For legislation to establish a task force relative to the Commonwealth's direct-care workforce. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1846","last_action_date":"2013-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S54/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S54","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505128,"bill_number":"S55","title":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to eliminate archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2330","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S55/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S55","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505129,"bill_number":"S56","title":"To assess the impact of the public welfare system on the health and well-being of children","description":"For legislation to assess the impact of the public welfare system on the health and well-being of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H101","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S56/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S56","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505130,"bill_number":"S57","title":"Increasing the personal care allowance for long term care residents","description":"For legislation to increase the personal care allowance for long term care residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S57/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S57","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505131,"bill_number":"S58","title":"Requiring equal benefits for all new mothers.","description":"For legislation to require equal benefits for all new mothers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1877","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S58/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S58","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505132,"bill_number":"S59","title":"Protecting against frivolous claims","description":"For legislation realtive to child support and court proceedings. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S59/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S59","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505133,"bill_number":"S60","title":"Coordinating services for at-risk youth","description":"For legislation relative to services for at risk youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2079","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S60/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S60","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505134,"bill_number":"S61","title":"Relative to welfare reform","description":"For legislation relative to welfare reform. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S61/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S61","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"}, {"bill_id":505135,"bill_number":"S62","title":"Relative to protecting against the displacement of current employees","description":"For legislation to protect against the displacement of current employees. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S62/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S62","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505136,"bill_number":"S63","title":"Protecting certain employees of private schools from frivolous reports filed pursuant to section 51A of chapter 119 of the General Laws","description":"For legislation to protect certain employees of private schools from frivolous reports filed pursuant to section 51A of chapter 119 of the General Laws. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S63/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S63","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505137,"bill_number":"S64","title":"Protecting disabled persons from financial exploitation.","description":"For legislation to protect disabled persons from financial exploitation. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S64/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S64","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505138,"bill_number":"S65","title":"Relative to violent crime","description":"For legislation relative to violent crime. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S65/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S65","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505139,"bill_number":"S66","title":"To clarify the definition of a personal care attendant","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of personal care attendant. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H148","last_action_date":"2013-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S66/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S66","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505140,"bill_number":"S67","title":"Relative to smart growth housing trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to smart growth housing trust fund. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2090","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S67/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S67","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505141,"bill_number":"S68","title":"Relative to active streets and healthy communities","description":"For legislation relative to active streets and healthy communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S68/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S68","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505142,"bill_number":"S69","title":"Establishing an early education and out-of-school time capital fund","description":"For legislation to establish an early education and out-of-school time capital fund . Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S69/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S69","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":505143,"bill_number":"S70","title":"Lessening the financial burden on small limited liability companies","description":"For legislation to lessen the financial burden on small limited liability companies. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S70/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S70","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505144,"bill_number":"S71","title":"Promoting healthy communities","description":"For legislation relative to comprehensive land use reform and partnership. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S71/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S71","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505145,"bill_number":"S72","title":"Relative to affordable housing community planning","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing community planning. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S72/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S72","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505146,"bill_number":"S73","title":"Protecting small business investments","description":"For legislation to regulate franchise agreements . Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S73/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S73","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505147,"bill_number":"S74","title":"To promote livable communities and zoning reform act.","description":"For legislation to promote livable communities and zoning reform act. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S74/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S74","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505148,"bill_number":"S75","title":"To promote livable communities","description":"For legislation to promote livable communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S75/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S75","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505149,"bill_number":"S76","title":"To safeguard municipal permitting","description":"For legislation to safeguard municipal permitting. 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Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S77/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S77","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505151,"bill_number":"S78","title":"Relative to gateway communities","description":"For legislation relative to gateway communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S78/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S78","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505152,"bill_number":"S79","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts capital partnership program.","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Capital Partnership Program. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2179","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S79/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S79","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505153,"bill_number":"S80","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4486","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S80/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S80","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"}, {"bill_id":505154,"bill_number":"S81","title":"Authorizing the town of Templeton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Templeton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2013 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2014-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S81/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S81","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505155,"bill_number":"S82","title":"Relative to the shipping of alcohol","description":"For legislation relative to the direct shipping of alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S82/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S82","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505156,"bill_number":"S83","title":"Relative to liquor license applicants","description":"For legislation relative to liquor license applicants. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S86/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S86","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505160,"bill_number":"S87","title":"Relative to the guaranty fund for home improvement contractors","description":"For legislation relative to the guaranty fund for home improvement contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S87/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S87","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505161,"bill_number":"S88","title":"To update the alcohol excise tax","description":"For legislation to update the alcohol excise tax. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S92/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S92","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505166,"bill_number":"S93","title":"Providing municipal control of liquor licenses","description":"For legislation to provide municipal control of liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4486","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S93/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S93","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505167,"bill_number":"S94","title":"Reforming the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"For legislation to reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S95/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S95","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505169,"bill_number":"S96","title":"Protecting the privacy of consumer financial information","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of consumer financial information. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2009","last_action_date":"2014-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S97/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S97","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505171,"bill_number":"S98","title":"Relative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists.","description":"For legislation to update reciprocity for licensing optometrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S98/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S98","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505172,"bill_number":"S99","title":"To allow for additional liquor licenses in cities and towns","description":"For legislation to allow for additional liquor licenses in cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S99/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S99","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505173,"bill_number":"S100","title":"To maintain public water systems","description":"For legislation to maintain public water systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2415","last_action_date":"2014-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S100/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S100","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505175,"bill_number":"S101","title":"Relative to lottery online products","description":"Relativerelative to lottery online products. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S102/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S102","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505178,"bill_number":"S103","title":"To reconcile Chapter 241 of the Acts of 2012 and Chapter 368 of the Acts of 2012","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle repairs. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4486","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S103/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S103","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505179,"bill_number":"S104","title":"Relative to weights and measures","description":"For legislation relative to weights and measures. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S105/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S105","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":505181,"bill_number":"S106","title":"Reducing unwanted communication from creditors to protect the peace and privacy of residents.","description":"For legislation to reduce unwanted communication from creditors to protect the peace and privacy of residents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S106/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S106","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505182,"bill_number":"S107","title":"Relative to liability insurance for licensed site professionals","description":"For legislation relative to liability insurance for licensed site professionals . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S107/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S107","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505183,"bill_number":"S108","title":"Relative to the confidentiality of fax and email communications","description":"For legislation relative to the confidentiality of fax and email communications. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S108/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S108","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505184,"bill_number":"S109","title":"Relative to fair fines to increase local revenue","description":"For legislation relative to fair fines to increase local revenue. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S111/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S111","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":505187,"bill_number":"S112","title":"Further defining gas fitting under the regulation of plumbing","description":"For legislation to further define gas fitting under the regulation of plumbing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S112/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S112","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":505188,"bill_number":"S113","title":"To regulate the sale and use of microwave ovens","description":"For legislation to regulate the sale and use of microwave ovens. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S113/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S113","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":505189,"bill_number":"S114","title":"Futher regulating the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees.","description":"For legislation to futher regulate the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2335","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S114/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S114","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505190,"bill_number":"S115","title":"Further regulating radio frequency identification devices in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate radio frequency identification devices in the Commonwealth. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S115/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S115","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505191,"bill_number":"S116","title":"Relative to the inspection of power operated doors.","description":"For legislation relative to the inspection of power operated doors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S116/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S116","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505192,"bill_number":"S117","title":"Regulating advertisements and solicitations for time shares","description":"For legislation to regulate advertisements and solicitations for time. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S117/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S117","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505193,"bill_number":"S118","title":"Relative to residential construction contracts","description":"For legislation relative to residential construction contracts. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S119/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S119","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505195,"bill_number":"S120","title":"Relative to facility expansion","description":"For legislation relative to the expansion of certain school facilities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S120/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S120","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505196,"bill_number":"S121","title":"Relative to the practicum of electricians","description":"For legislation relative to the practicum of electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S121/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S121","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505197,"bill_number":"S122","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for licensed professionals","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for licensed professionals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S122/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S122","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505198,"bill_number":"S123","title":"Relative to issuing prize payments to charities","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of prize payments to charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1848","last_action_date":"2013-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S123/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S123","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505199,"bill_number":"S124","title":"Increasing the penalty for health-related risks associated with cosmetology.","description":"For legislation to increase the penalty for health-related risks associated with cosmetology. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S124/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S124","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505200,"bill_number":"S125","title":"Relative to second hand dealers.","description":"For legislation relative to second hand dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S125/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S125","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505201,"bill_number":"S126","title":"Relative to hearses","description":"For legislation relative to hearses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S126/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S126","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505202,"bill_number":"S127","title":"Relative to rebates","description":"For legislation relative to rebates. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S127/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S127","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505203,"bill_number":"S128","title":"Relative to unsolicited loans","description":"For legislation relative to unsolicited loans. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2337","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S128/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S128","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"}, {"bill_id":505204,"bill_number":"S129","title":"Further regulating business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributers","description":"For legislation to further regulate business practices between motor vehicle dealers, manufacturers, and distributers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S129/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S129","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505205,"bill_number":"S130","title":"Relative to massage therapy","description":"For legislation relative to massage therapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S130/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S130","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505206,"bill_number":"S131","title":"Relative to robocall telephone solicitation","description":"For legislation relative to robocall telephone solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S131/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S131","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505207,"bill_number":"S132","title":"Relative to the security of Personal Financial information","description":"For legislation relative to the security of Personal Financial information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S132/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S132","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505208,"bill_number":"S133","title":"Relative to check cashing fees","description":"For legislation relative to check cashing fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S133/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S133","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505209,"bill_number":"S134","title":"Relative to redeemable scratch tickets","description":"For legislation to redeem losing lottery tickets in the purchase of lottery tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S134/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S134","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505210,"bill_number":"S135","title":"Relative to credit and debit cards","description":"For legislation relative to credit and debit cards. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S135/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S135","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505211,"bill_number":"S136","title":"Relative to mobile spas","description":"For legislation relative to mobile spas. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S136/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S136","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505212,"bill_number":"S137","title":"Authorizing the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2013 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2014-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S137/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S137","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505213,"bill_number":"S138","title":"Authorizing the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2013 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2014-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S138/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S138","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505214,"bill_number":"S139","title":"To deter underage drinking","description":"For legislation to increase penalties for certain minors involved in the attempt to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S139/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S139","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505215,"bill_number":"S140","title":"Relative to professional solicitors","description":"For legislation relative to professional solicitors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S140/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S140","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505216,"bill_number":"S141","title":"Relative to mobile wireless contracts and agreements","description":"For legislation relative to mobile wireless contracts and agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S141/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S141","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505217,"bill_number":"S142","title":"Relative to price discrepancies in gas station purchases","description":"For legislation relative to price discrepancies in gas station purchases . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S142/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S142","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505218,"bill_number":"S143","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Veterans Assistance Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Veterans Assistance Trust Fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S143/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S143","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505219,"bill_number":"S144","title":"Relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets","description":"For legislation relative to the fair distribution and pricing of event tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S144/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S144","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505220,"bill_number":"S145","title":"To reduce the furnishing or procuring of alcohol to a minor by an adult.","description":"For legislation to reduce the furnishing or procuring of alcohol to a minor by an adult. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S145/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S145","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505221,"bill_number":"S146","title":"Relative to preventing discrimination on certain boards of registration","description":"For legislation to prevent discrimination on certain boards of registration. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S146/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S146","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505222,"bill_number":"S147","title":"To reduce the furnishing or procuring of alcohol to a minor by an adult.","description":"For legislation to reduce the furnishing or procuring of alcohol to a minor by an adult. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S147/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S147","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505223,"bill_number":"S148","title":"To stabilize lottery revenues to provide predictable aid to cities and towns.","description":"For legislation to stabilize lottery revenues to provide predictable aid to cities and towns. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S148/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S148","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505224,"bill_number":"S149","title":"Relative to dual agency disclosure","description":"For legislation relative to dual agency disclosure and real estate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S149/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S149","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505225,"bill_number":"S150","title":"Recognizing the independence of franchise operators","description":"For legislation to recognize the independence of franchise operators. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S150/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S150","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505226,"bill_number":"S151","title":"Relative to alcohol enforcement equality.","description":"For legislation relative to alcohol enforcement equality. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S151/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S151","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505227,"bill_number":"S152","title":"Relative to the advertisement of motor fuel","description":"For legislation relative to the advertisement of motor fuel. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S152/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S152","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505228,"bill_number":"S153","title":"Relative to plumbing engineers","description":"For legislation relative to plumbing engineers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S153/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S153","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505229,"bill_number":"S154","title":"Relative to Class 2 motor vehicle licensees","description":"For legislation relative to Class 2 motor vehicle licensees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S154/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S154","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505230,"bill_number":"S155","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealing","description":"For legislation to regulate secondary metals dealing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1916","last_action_date":"2013-11-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S155/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S155","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505231,"bill_number":"S156","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for inspectors of boilers and amusement devices.","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for inspectors of boilers and amusement devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S156/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S156","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505232,"bill_number":"S157","title":"Relative to continuing education requirements for pipefitters, refrigeration technicians, and sprinkler fitters.","description":"For legislation relative to continuing education requirements for pipefitters, refrigeration technicians, and sprinkler fitters. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S157/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S157","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505233,"bill_number":"S158","title":"Relative to self-service storage facilities","description":"For legislation relative to self-service storage facilities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S158/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S158","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505234,"bill_number":"S159","title":"Relative to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S159/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S159","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505235,"bill_number":"S160","title":"Reforming the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"For legislation to reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S160/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S160","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505236,"bill_number":"S161","title":"Relative to identification for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relativerelative to identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S161/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S161","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505237,"bill_number":"S162","title":"Relative to retail liquor sales to caterers","description":"For legislation relative to retail liquor sales to caterers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S162/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S162","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505239,"bill_number":"S163","title":"Establishing the licensure of interpreters and oral transliterators for the deaf","description":"For legislation to establish the licensure of interpreters and oral transliterators for the deaf. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S163/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S163","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505241,"bill_number":"S164","title":"Relative to the inclusion of online courses in mandatory continuing education for electricians","description":"For legislation relative to the inclusion of online courses in mandatory continuing education for electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4042","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S164/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S164","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505242,"bill_number":"S165","title":"Relative to certain alcoholic liquor licenses","description":"For legislation relative to certain alcoholic liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S165/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S165","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505243,"bill_number":"S166","title":"Relative to amending certain provisions of the expanded gaming legislation: H.3807- Acts of 2011 c. 194","description":"For legislation to amend certain provisions of the expanded gaming legislation: H.3807- Acts of 2011 c. 194. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S166/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S166","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505244,"bill_number":"S167","title":"Relative to the repeal of expanded gaming legislation: H.3807- Acts of 2011 c. 194, in its entirety","description":"For legislation to repeal the expanded gaming legislation: H.3807- Acts of 2011 c. 194, in its entirety. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S167","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505245,"bill_number":"S168","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to investigate video games as a form of media and as a training tool","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to investigate video games as a form of media and as a training tool. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S168/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S168","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505246,"bill_number":"S169","title":"Relative to the workforce competitiveness trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to the workforce competitiveness trust fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S169/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S169","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505247,"bill_number":"S170","title":"Relative to cultural district eligibility for the MassWorks infrastructure program","description":"For legislation relative to cultural district eligibility for the MassWorks infrastructure program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S170/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S170","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505248,"bill_number":"S171","title":"Relative to hybrid technology incentives","description":"For legislation relative to hybrid technology incentives. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S171/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S171","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505249,"bill_number":"S172","title":"Relative to rail-trail construction","description":"For legislation relative to rail-trail construction . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S172/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S172","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505250,"bill_number":"S173","title":"Promoting efficiency and transparency in economic development","description":"For legislation to promote efficiency and transparency in economic development . 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Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S175/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S175","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505253,"bill_number":"S176","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2014","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax holiday in August 2014. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4495","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S176/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S176","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505254,"bill_number":"S177","title":"Fueling job creation through energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to fuel job creation through energy efficiency . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2255","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S177/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S177","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505255,"bill_number":"S178","title":"Relative to Massachusetts veterans.","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts veterans. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S178","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505256,"bill_number":"S179","title":"Relative to job creation in Gateway Cities","description":"For legislation relative to job creation in Gateway Cities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S179","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505257,"bill_number":"S180","title":"To facilitate municipal projects","description":"For legislation to facilitate municipal projects. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S180","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505258,"bill_number":"S181","title":"Relative to economic development and industrial corporations","description":"For legislation relative to economic development and industrial corporations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S181","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505259,"bill_number":"S182","title":"Providing for a study by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development relative to a state new markets tax credit program","description":"For legislation for a study by the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development relative to a state new markets tax credit program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S182","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505260,"bill_number":"S183","title":"Relative to improving notice requirements for self storage","description":"For legislation to improve notice requirements for self storage. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2297","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S183/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S183","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505261,"bill_number":"S184","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation relative to early education funding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S184/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S184","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505262,"bill_number":"S185","title":"To promote economic development in Gateway Towns","description":"For legislation to promote economic development in Gateway Towns. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S185/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S185","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505263,"bill_number":"S186","title":"To clarify and enhance privacy protections for electronic health records","description":"For legislation to clarify and enhance privacy protections for electronic health records. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S186/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S186","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505264,"bill_number":"S187","title":"Relative to plant relocation.","description":"For legislation relative to plant relocation and severance. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S187/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S187","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505265,"bill_number":"S188","title":"Relative to continuation of health insurance in the case of plant closings.","description":"For legislation relative to continuation of health insurance in the case of plant closings. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S188/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S188","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505266,"bill_number":"S189","title":"To create a Massachusetts Financial Services Advisory Council","description":"For legislation to create a Massachusetts Financial Services Advisory Council. 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Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S190","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505268,"bill_number":"S191","title":"To accelerate entrepreneurship and innovation by partnering world-class entrepreneurs with state agencies","description":"For legislation to accelerate entrepreneurship and innovation by partnering world-class entrepreneurs with state agencies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S191/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S191","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505269,"bill_number":"S192","title":"Concerning Gateway Municipalities","description":"For legislation concerning Gateway Municipalities . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S192","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505270,"bill_number":"S193","title":"To create and maintain jobs in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create and maintain jobs in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4495","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S193/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S193","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505271,"bill_number":"S194","title":"Establishing a permanent annual sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent annual sales tax holiday. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S194","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505272,"bill_number":"S195","title":"To increase research and development in emerging industries.","description":"For legislation to increase research and development in emerging industries. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S195","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505273,"bill_number":"S196","title":"To provide for loans for waterfront development.","description":"For legislation to provide for loans for waterfront development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4495","last_action_date":"2014-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S196/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S196","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505274,"bill_number":"S197","title":"Relative to gaming","description":"For legislation relative to gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S197/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S197","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505275,"bill_number":"S198","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding","description":"For legislation relative to thoroughbred horse breeding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4434","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S198/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S198","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505276,"bill_number":"S199","title":"Resolve establishing a special legislative commission on young professionals","description":"For legislation to establish a special legislative commission on young professionals. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2339","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S199/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S199","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505277,"bill_number":"S200","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"For legislation relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2026","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S200","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505278,"bill_number":"S201","title":"To improve eye health for students","description":"For legislation relative to eye health for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S201/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S201","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505279,"bill_number":"S202","title":"Providing health education in schools.","description":"For legislation to provide health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S202/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S202","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505280,"bill_number":"S203","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S203/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S203","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505281,"bill_number":"S204","title":"Relative to teaching excellence","description":"For legislation relative to teaching excellence. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S204/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S204","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505282,"bill_number":"S205","title":"To assist parental choice concerning special education placements","description":"For legislation to assist parental choice concerning special education placements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S205/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S205","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505283,"bill_number":"S206","title":"Relative to bullying in schools","description":"For legislation relative to bullying in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3721","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S206/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S206","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505284,"bill_number":"S207","title":"Reviving the Foundation Budget Review Commission","description":"For legislation to revive the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S207/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S207","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505285,"bill_number":"S208","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery","description":"For legislation relative to dropout prevention and recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S208/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S208","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505286,"bill_number":"S209","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation realtive to healthy youth and sex education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3793","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S209/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S209","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505287,"bill_number":"S210","title":"Relative to safe and supportive schools","description":"For legislation relative to safe and supportive schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3528","last_action_date":"2013-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S210/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S210","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505288,"bill_number":"S211","title":"Relative to establishing a Chapter 70 equalization fund","description":"For legislation to establish a Chapter 70 equalization fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S211/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S211","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505289,"bill_number":"S212","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S212/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S212","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505290,"bill_number":"S213","title":"Concerning media literacy in schools","description":"For legislation concerning media literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S213/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S213","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505292,"bill_number":"H165","title":"Relative to bona fide business entities","description":"Relativerelative to the definition of \"bona fide business entities\". 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Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H166/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H166","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":505294,"bill_number":"H167","title":"Relative to creating low profit limited liability companies","description":"Relativerelative to the creation of low profit limited liability company small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H166","last_action_date":"2013-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H167","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":505295,"bill_number":"H742","title":"To prohibit the additional incineration of solid waste","description":"For legislation to prohibit additional incineration of solid waste materials. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H742/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H742","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":505296,"bill_number":"H743","title":"To protect the right whale","description":"Relative to the protection of right whales within the coastal waters of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4320","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H743/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H743","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":505297,"bill_number":"H744","title":"Resolve relative to protecting the archaeological, geological and fossil resources of western Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to the preservation of the archaeological and fossil resources of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-08-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H744/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H744","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"}, {"bill_id":505298,"bill_number":"H1320","title":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indictors of domestic violence","description":"Relativerelative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indictors of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1320/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1320","sponsor":"Linda Forry"}, {"bill_id":505299,"bill_number":"H1321","title":"Relative to End of Life Family Funeral visitation","description":"Relativerelative to funeral visitation for inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1321/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1321","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":505300,"bill_number":"H1322","title":"To increase the fines for prostitution solicitation","description":"For legislation to increase the fines for solicitation of prostitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1322/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H1322","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"}, {"bill_id":505301,"bill_number":"H1898","title":"Relative to naturopathic medicine coverage","description":"Relativerelative to naturopathic medicine. 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Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S218/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S218","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505315,"bill_number":"S219","title":"Supporting the local determination of educational competency and multiple forms of academic assessment.","description":"For legislation to support the local determination of educational competency and multiple forms of academic assessment. 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Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S227/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S227","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505324,"bill_number":"S228","title":"Relative to regional school district capital project funding","description":"For legislation relative to regional school district capital project funding. 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Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1918","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S231/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S231","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505328,"bill_number":"S232","title":"Enhancing school district transportation safety","description":"For legislation to enhance school district transportation safety. 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Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4333","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S233/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S233","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505330,"bill_number":"S234","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"For legislation relative to financial literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S234/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S234","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505331,"bill_number":"S235","title":"To further narrow the achievement gap","description":"Bill Title: An Act to further narrow the achievement gap By Mr. Finegold, a petition of Barry R. Finegold, Frank A. Moran, Christopher G. Fallon, George N. Peterson, Jr. and other members of the General Court to further narrow the achievement gap. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S235/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S235","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505332,"bill_number":"S236","title":"Ensuring adequate nursing services at public schools.","description":"For legislation to ensure adequate nursing services at public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S236/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S236","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505333,"bill_number":"S237","title":"Enhancing student opportunity for achievement and results","description":"For legislation relative to reducing the size of certain classes and enhancing student opportunity for achievement and results. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S237/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S237","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505334,"bill_number":"S238","title":"Regarding sign language proficiency for certain teachers and educational interpreters","description":"For legislation to regard sign language proficiency for certain teachers and educational interpreters. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4390","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S238/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S238","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505335,"bill_number":"S239","title":"Including transitory student enrollment in the calculation of aid under Chapter 70.","description":"For legislation to include transitory student enrollment in the calculation of aide under Chapter 70. 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Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S247/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S247","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505345,"bill_number":"S248","title":"Strengthening the anti-bullying law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the anti-bullying law. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3721","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S248/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S248","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505346,"bill_number":"S249","title":"Providing Chapter 70 accountability for adequate access to school nursing","description":"For legislation relative to providing Chapter 70 accountability for adequate access to school nursing . Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S249/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S249","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505347,"bill_number":"S250","title":"Relative to the competency determination for high school graduation","description":"For legislation relative to the competency determination for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4391","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S250/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S250","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505348,"bill_number":"S251","title":"Relative to access to automated external defibrillators","description":"For legislation relative to access to automated external defibrillators. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S251/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S251","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505349,"bill_number":"S252","title":"Relative to school safety","description":"For legislation relative to school safety. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S252/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S252","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505350,"bill_number":"S253","title":"Relative to vocational school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to vocational school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S253/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S253","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505351,"bill_number":"S254","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2027","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S254/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S254","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505352,"bill_number":"S255","title":"Relative to regional school transportation funding","description":"For legislation relative to regional school trasnportation funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S255/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S255","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505353,"bill_number":"S256","title":"Establishing a special commission relative to digital textbooks","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission relative to digital textbooks. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4291","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S256/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S256","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505354,"bill_number":"S257","title":"Establishing a moratorium for Commonwealth charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to establishing a moratorium for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S257/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S257","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505355,"bill_number":"S258","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S258/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S258","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505356,"bill_number":"S259","title":"To provide fair process for students with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide fair process for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4333","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S259/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S259","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505357,"bill_number":"S260","title":"Relative to teaching the history of working people","description":"For legislation to include the history of working people and the labor movement in the United States in the public school curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S260/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S260","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505359,"bill_number":"S261","title":"Establishing college and career preparation programs and opportunities for postsecondary education","description":"For legislation to establish college and career preparations programs for postecondary education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H460","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S261/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S261","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505360,"bill_number":"S262","title":"Relative to the Audit/Accountability office","description":"For legislation to promote higher levels of achievement in schools by the Office of the State Auditor. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4291","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S262/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S262","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505361,"bill_number":"S263","title":"Relative to special education enrollment","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of students enrolled in special education classes inside and outside of school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S263/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S263","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505362,"bill_number":"S264","title":"To reduce paperwork within the department of elementary and secondary education","description":"For legislation to reduce paperwork within the department of elementary and secondary education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S264/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S264","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505363,"bill_number":"S265","title":"To further define the term \"bullying\"","description":"For legislation to further define the term \"bullying\". Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3721","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S265/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S265","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505364,"bill_number":"S266","title":"Requiring instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation","description":"For legislation to require instruction in CPR and the use of defibrillators for high school graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S266/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S266","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505365,"bill_number":"S267","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"For legislation to include the Ukrainian Famine Genocide in Massachusetts history education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S267/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S267","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505366,"bill_number":"S268","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"For legislation to interrupt the school to prison pipeline. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4289","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S268/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S268","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505367,"bill_number":"S269","title":"Relative to special education reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to special education reimbursements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S269/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S269","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505368,"bill_number":"S270","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through dual language and bi-literacy","description":"For legislation to promote global trade and economic development through dual language and bi-literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 10) and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S270/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S270","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505369,"bill_number":"S271","title":"Increasing accountability of DESE contracts","description":"For legislation relative to DESE contracts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4415","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S271/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S271","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505370,"bill_number":"S272","title":"Ensuring charter school integrity","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring the integrity of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4425","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S272/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S272","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505371,"bill_number":"S273","title":"Relative to school safety issues","description":"For legislation relative to school safety issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4487","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S273/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S273","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505372,"bill_number":"S274","title":"To provide child exploitation awareness education","description":"For legislation to provide child exploitation awareness education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4414","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S274/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S274","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505373,"bill_number":"S275","title":"To promote alternative dispute resolution for students.","description":"For legislation to promote alternative dispute resolution for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S275/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S275","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505374,"bill_number":"S276","title":"Authorizing Performance-Based Education Funding","description":"For legislation to authorize Performance-Based Education Funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S276/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S276","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505375,"bill_number":"S277","title":"Relative to empowering vocational schools","description":"For legislation relative to empowering vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4017","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S277/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S277","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505376,"bill_number":"S278","title":"To establish a commission on full and fair education funding and administration","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on full and fair education funding and administration. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S278/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S278","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505377,"bill_number":"S279","title":"Establishing a skin cancer and sun safety education program in public schools.","description":"For legislation to establish a skin cancer and sun safety education program in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4270","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S279/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S279","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505378,"bill_number":"S280","title":"Relative to the teaching of American Sign Language","description":"For legislation to teach American Sign language. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4290","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S280/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S280","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505379,"bill_number":"S281","title":"Relative to school safety on election day.","description":"For legislation relative to school safety on election day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4271","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S281/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S281","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505380,"bill_number":"S282","title":"Relative to CPR and AED certification for athletic coaches","description":"For legislation relative to CPR and AED certification for athletic coaches. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S231","last_action_date":"2013-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S282/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S282","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505381,"bill_number":"S283","title":"Relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention","description":"For legislation relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S208","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S283/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S283","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505382,"bill_number":"S284","title":"To correct income calculation for spouses of nursing home residents.","description":"For legislation to correct income calculation for spouses of nursing home residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H542","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S284/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S284","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505383,"bill_number":"S285","title":"Creating a special commission on institutional long term care services","description":"For legislation that provisions be made to create a special commission on institutional long term care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H543","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S285/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S285","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505384,"bill_number":"S286","title":"Resolve establishing a commission on fraud prevention within the Personal Care Attendant Program","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a commission on fraud prevention within the Personal Care Attendant Program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S286/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S286","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505385,"bill_number":"S287","title":"To standardize the regulation of skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the regulation of skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S287/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S287","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505387,"bill_number":"S288","title":"Relative to stabilizing the commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the Commonwealth's nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S288/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S288","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505388,"bill_number":"S289","title":"Regarding the SHINE health insurance counseling program","description":"For legislation to regard the SHINE health insurance counseling program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S289/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S289","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505389,"bill_number":"S290","title":"Relative to protecting the health and safety of elders with hoarding disorder","description":"For legislation to protect the health and safety of elders with hoarding disorder. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S290/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S290","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505390,"bill_number":"S291","title":"To increase the personal needs allowance for residents of long term care facilities","description":"For legislation to increase the personal care allowance of residents of long-term care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2237","last_action_date":"2014-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S291/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S291","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505391,"bill_number":"S292","title":"Promoting equal choice and related cost savings","description":"For legislation to promote equal choice a cost savings in health care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S292/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S292","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505392,"bill_number":"S293","title":"Promoting the development of small house nursing homes in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote the development of small house nursing homes in the Commonwealth. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S293/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S293","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505393,"bill_number":"S294","title":"Establishing an advisory committee on residential care facilities","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory committee on residential care facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S294/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S294","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505394,"bill_number":"S295","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias Acute Care Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s and Related Dementias Acute Care Advisory Committee. 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Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S296/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S296","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505396,"bill_number":"S297","title":"Relative to reserving beds in nursing homes for residents during certain leaves of absence.","description":"For legislation relative to reserving beds in nursing homes for residents during certain leaves of absence. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2017","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S297/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S297","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505397,"bill_number":"S298","title":"To establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S298/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S298","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505398,"bill_number":"S299","title":"To assist families caring for elders.","description":"For legislation to assist families care for elders. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H544","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S299/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S299","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505399,"bill_number":"S300","title":"Relative to the prescription drug coverage for seniors and the disabled","description":"For legislation relative to the prescription drug coverage for seniors and the disabled. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S300/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S300","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505400,"bill_number":"S301","title":"Relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence","description":"For legislation relative to reserving beds in nursing homes during certain leaves of absence. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2017","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S301/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S301","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505401,"bill_number":"S302","title":"Relative to adult family homes","description":"For legislation relative to adult family homes. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S302/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S302","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505402,"bill_number":"S303","title":"Relative to psychotropic medications","description":"For legislation relative to psychotropic medications. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S303/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S303","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"}, {"bill_id":505403,"bill_number":"S304","title":"To repeal the nursing home tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the nursing home tax. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S304/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S304","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505404,"bill_number":"S305","title":"Relative to residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to conduct background checks on residents of nursing and assisted living facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S305/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S305","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505405,"bill_number":"S306","title":"Establishing the adopt-a-senior program","description":"For legislation to establish the adopt a senior program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4416","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S306/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S306","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505406,"bill_number":"S307","title":"To create a statewide assisted living facility master plan.","description":"For legislation to create a statewide assisted living facility master plan. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S307/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S307","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505407,"bill_number":"S311","title":"Relative to the central registry of voters","description":"For legislation relative to the central registry of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S311/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S311","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505408,"bill_number":"S312","title":"To modernize voter registration and jury pool lists","description":"For legislation to modernize voter registration and jury pool lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S312/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S312","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505409,"bill_number":"S313","title":"Establishing online voter registration","description":"For legislation to establish online voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S313/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S313","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505410,"bill_number":"S314","title":"Establishing election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S314/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S314","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505411,"bill_number":"S315","title":"To enhance reporting requirements for candidates and committees","description":"For legislation to enhance reporting requirements for candidates and committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S315/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S315","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505412,"bill_number":"S316","title":"Relative to the pre-registration of voters","description":"For legislation relative to the pre-registration of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S316/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S316","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":505413,"bill_number":"S317","title":"Allowing citizens seventeen (17) years of age to vote in the City of Lowell municipal elections","description":"For legislation to allow citizens seventeen (17) years of age to vote in the City of Lowell municipal elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S317/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S317","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505414,"bill_number":"S318","title":"Promoting voter registration","description":"For legislation to promote voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S318/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S318","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505415,"bill_number":"S319","title":"To ascertain and carry out the will of the people relative to the calling and holding of a constitutional convention","description":"For legislation relative to a constitutional convention. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S319/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S319","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505416,"bill_number":"S320","title":"Relative to accountability for corporate political spending","description":"For legislation relative to accountability for corporate political spending. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S320/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S320","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505417,"bill_number":"S321","title":"Relative to the disclosure of political spending","description":"For legislation to disclose political spending. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4197","last_action_date":"2014-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S321/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S321","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505418,"bill_number":"S322","title":"Relative to election officers","description":"For legislation relative to election officers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S322/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S322","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505419,"bill_number":"S323","title":"Relative to fair election in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to fair election in Massachusetts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S323/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S323","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505420,"bill_number":"S324","title":"Requiring the use of paper ballots","description":"For legislation to require the use of paper ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S324/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S324","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505421,"bill_number":"S325","title":"Modernizing our voter registration system","description":"For legislation to modernize our voter registration system. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S325/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S325","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505424,"bill_number":"S326","title":"Relative to eliminating sub-precincts in the town of Andover","description":"For legislation relative to eliminating sub-precincts in the town of Andover. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S326/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S326","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505425,"bill_number":"S327","title":"Reforming election laws","description":"For legislation to reform election laws. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3647","last_action_date":"2013-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S327/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S327","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505426,"bill_number":"S328","title":"Relative to voter registration agencies","description":"For legislation relative to voter registration agencies. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S328/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S328","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505427,"bill_number":"S329","title":"Clarifying restrictions on campaign expenditures","description":"For legislation to clarify restrictions on campaign expenditures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S329/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S329","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505428,"bill_number":"S330","title":"To promote fair campaign practices","description":"For legislation to promote fair campaign practices. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S330/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S330","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505429,"bill_number":"S331","title":"Establishing risk-based audits of election results","description":"For legislation to establish risk-based audits of election results. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S331/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S331","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505430,"bill_number":"S332","title":"To protect the integrity of initiative and referendum petitions","description":"For legislation to protect the integrity of initiative and referendum petitions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S332/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S332","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505431,"bill_number":"S333","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"For legislation relative to political designations and voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S333/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S333","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505433,"bill_number":"S334","title":"Relative to vote challengers","description":"For legislation relative to vote challengers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S334/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S334","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505434,"bill_number":"S335","title":"Requiring photo identification to receive a ballot","description":"For legislation to require photo identification to receive a ballot. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S335/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S335","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505435,"bill_number":"S336","title":"Relative to campaign finance during special elections","description":"For legislation relative to campaign finance during special elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S336/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S336","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505436,"bill_number":"S337","title":"Providing for the reimbursement of expenditures related to special elections to fill vacancies in the state’s congressional delegation","description":"For legislation relative to the reimbursement of expenditures related to special elections to fill vacancies in the state’s congressional delegation. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S337/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S337","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505437,"bill_number":"S338","title":"To remove unfair incumbent advantage from the ballot and to change \"unenrolled\" to \"independent\".","description":"For legislation to remove unfair incumbent advantage from the ballot and to change unenrolled to independent. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S338/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S338","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505438,"bill_number":"S339","title":"Relative to voter identification.","description":"For legislation relative to voter identification. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S339/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S339","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505439,"bill_number":"S340","title":"On strengthening and clarifying residency requirements for the purpose of voting","description":"For legislation relative to residency requirements for voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S340/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S340","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505440,"bill_number":"S341","title":"Relative to redistricting","description":"For legislation relative to an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S341/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S341","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505441,"bill_number":"S342","title":"Relative to water conservation","description":"For legislation relative to irrigation systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2092","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S342/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S342","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505442,"bill_number":"S343","title":"Extending the Environmental Joint Powers Agreement that created the A-B-C Stormwater Flooding Board","description":"For legislation to extend the Environmental Joint Powers Agreement that created the A-B-C Stormwater Flooding Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1857","last_action_date":"2013-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S343/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S343","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505443,"bill_number":"S344","title":"Creating a process to evaluate exposure to catastrophic flooding as a result of climate change","description":"For legislation to create a process to evaluate exposure to catastrophic flooding as a result of climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S344","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505444,"bill_number":"S345","title":"Relative to land taking regulations","description":"For legislation relative to land taking regulations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S345/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S345","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505445,"bill_number":"S346","title":"To create a framework to re-allocate responsibility for discarded products","description":"For legislation to create a framework to re-allocate responsibility for discarded products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S346/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S346","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505446,"bill_number":"S347","title":"Designating conservation districts as bodies politic and corporate, and granting them real property authority","description":"For legislation to designate conservation districts as bodies politic and corporate, and granting them real property authority. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1986","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S347/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S347","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505447,"bill_number":"S348","title":"To facilitate the growth of innovative food enterprises in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to facilitate the growth of innovative food enterprises in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S348/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S348","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505448,"bill_number":"S349","title":"To promote healthy communities and the environment","description":"For legislation to promote healthy communities and the environment. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S349/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S349","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505449,"bill_number":"S350","title":"Establishing a 0% interest program for the state revolving loan fund for water and sewer projects and establishing 3:1 leveraging for such projects.","description":"For legislation to establish a 0% interest program for the state revolving loan fund for water and sewer projects and establishing 3:1 leveraging for such projects. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S350/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S350","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505450,"bill_number":"S351","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"For legislation to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1931","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S351","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505451,"bill_number":"S352","title":"To prevent the use of the most dangerous pesticides","description":"For legislation to prevent the use of the most dangerous pesticides. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S352/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S352","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505452,"bill_number":"S353","title":"To reduce solid waste in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reduce solid waste in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S353/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S353","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505453,"bill_number":"S354","title":"Relative to healthy families and businesses","description":"For legislation relative to healthy families and businesses . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S387","last_action_date":"2013-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S354","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505454,"bill_number":"S355","title":"Eliminating stage II vapor recovery systems","description":"For legislation to eliminate stage II vapor recovery systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S355/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S355","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505455,"bill_number":"S356","title":"Relative to streamflow standards","description":"For legislation relative to establishing standards for restoring and maintaining streamflows, water levels and hydrologic regimes that protect natural aquatic life in rivers and streams . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S356/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S356","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505456,"bill_number":"S357","title":"To require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products.","description":"For legislation to require producer responsibility for collection reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S386","last_action_date":"2013-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S357/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S357","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505457,"bill_number":"S358","title":"Relative to best management practices in water","description":"For legislation relative to best management practices in water. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S407/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S407","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505509,"bill_number":"S408","title":"Providing for alternative DPA compliance","description":"For legislation to provide for alternative designated port authorities compliance. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S408/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S408","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505510,"bill_number":"S409","title":"Creating uniform beach warnings","description":"For legislation to create uniform beach warnings. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S410/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S410","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505512,"bill_number":"S411","title":"Relative to reinforcing the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act","description":"For legislation to reinforce the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S412/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S412","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505514,"bill_number":"S413","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"For legislation relative to the conservation of striped bass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3998","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S413/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S413","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505515,"bill_number":"S414","title":"Relative to the stewardship council of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation relative to the stewardship council of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S415/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S415","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505517,"bill_number":"S416","title":"Relative to security deposits","description":"For legislation relative to tenants and security deposits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S416/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S416","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505518,"bill_number":"S417","title":"To ensure full compliance with good funds statute","description":"For legislation to ensure full compliance with good funds statute. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S417/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S417","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505519,"bill_number":"S418","title":"To establish consumer choice in automobile insurance","description":"Relative to hybrid automobile insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S418/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S418","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505520,"bill_number":"S419","title":"To preserve the financial assistance feature in automobile insurance rating","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study financial assistance in automobile insurance ratings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S419/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S419","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505521,"bill_number":"S420","title":"To stress user-controllable factors in automobile insurance premiums","description":"Relative to the setting of rates for automobile insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S420/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S420","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505522,"bill_number":"S421","title":"Relative to preventing fraud","description":"For legislation relative to preventing fraud in life and accident and health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S421/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S421","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505523,"bill_number":"S422","title":"Relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations.","description":"For legislation relative to financial services contracts for dental benefits corporations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2156","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S422/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S422","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505524,"bill_number":"S423","title":"Relative to increase choice for dental patients","description":"For legislation relative to increase choice for dental patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S423/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S423","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505525,"bill_number":"S424","title":"To limit retroactive denials of dental insurance claims","description":"For legislation to limit retroactive denials of dental insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S424/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S424","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505527,"bill_number":"S425","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation relative to alternatives to foreclosure. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S425/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S425","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505528,"bill_number":"S426","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S426/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S426","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505529,"bill_number":"S427","title":"Providing for equitable coverage in disability policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in the issuance of group or individual disability, accident or sickness insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S427/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S427","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505530,"bill_number":"S428","title":"Relative to special education health care costs","description":"For legislation relative to special education health care costs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S428/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S428","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505531,"bill_number":"S429","title":"Relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief","description":"For legislation relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S429/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S429","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505532,"bill_number":"S430","title":"Providing health insurance coverage for scalp hair prosthesis","description":"For legislation to provide health insurance coverage for scalp hair prosthesis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S430/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S430","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505533,"bill_number":"S431","title":"Relating to administrative simplification","description":"For legislation relating to administrative simplification. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S431/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S431","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":505534,"bill_number":"S432","title":"Relative to payment for services","description":"For legislation relative to payment for services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S432/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S432","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":505535,"bill_number":"S433","title":"Relative to experienced drivers","description":"For legislation relative to experienced drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S433/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S433","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505536,"bill_number":"S434","title":"Relative to improving services for students with individual education programs","description":"For legislation relative to improving services for students with individual education programs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S434/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S434","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":505537,"bill_number":"S435","title":"Relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S435/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S435","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505538,"bill_number":"S436","title":"Relative to collection of health care co-insurance and deductibles","description":"For legislation relative to collection of health care co-insurance and deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4024","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S436/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S436","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505539,"bill_number":"S437","title":"Relative to providing health insurance coverage for cochlear and auditory osseointegrated implants in children","description":"For legislation relative to providing health insurance coverage for cochlear implants in children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S437/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S437","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505540,"bill_number":"S438","title":"Promoting the transparency of automobile insurance surcharges","description":"For legislation to promote the transparency of automobile insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S438/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S438","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505541,"bill_number":"S439","title":"Relative to patient medication adherence","description":"For legislation relative to patient medication adherence. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S439/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S439","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505542,"bill_number":"S440","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1952","last_action_date":"2013-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S440/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S440","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505543,"bill_number":"S441","title":"Relative to reducing the cost of health care","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of health care. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S441/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S441","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505544,"bill_number":"S442","title":"Pertaining to cancellation of motor vehicle liability policies","description":"For legislation relative to cancellation of motor vehicle libility policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S442/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S442","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505545,"bill_number":"S443","title":"Making technical corrections to the governing committee of the assigned risk plan","description":"For legislation to make technical corrections to the governing committee of the assigned risk plan for motor vehicle insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S443/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S443","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505546,"bill_number":"S444","title":"Relative to reduction in premiums for safe drivers.","description":"For legislation relative to reduction in premiums for safe drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S444/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S444","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505547,"bill_number":"S445","title":"Providing coverage for hearing aids","description":"For legislation to provide coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S445/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S445","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505548,"bill_number":"S446","title":"For greater fairness in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to provide greater fairness in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S446/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S446","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505549,"bill_number":"S447","title":"Regulating executive compensation at mutual insurance companies","description":"For legislation to regulate executive compensation at mutual insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S447/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S447","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505550,"bill_number":"S448","title":"Providing for public safeguards and protections for users of automated teller machines","description":"For legislation to provide for public safeguards and protections for users of automated teller machines. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2251","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S448/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S448","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505551,"bill_number":"S449","title":"Relative to in vitro fertilization for the purposes of genetic testing","description":"For legislation relative to in vitro fertilization for the purposes of genetic testing. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S449/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S449","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505552,"bill_number":"S450","title":"To increase transparency at mutual banks, co-operative banks and credit unions","description":"For legislation to increase transparency at mutual banks, co-operative banks and credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S450/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S450","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505553,"bill_number":"S451","title":"Relative to the effect of comprehensive insurance claims","description":"For legislation relative to the effect of comprehensive insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S451/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S451","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":505554,"bill_number":"S452","title":"Relative to the disclosure of ATM fees","description":"For legislation relative to disclosure of ATM fees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S452/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S452","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505555,"bill_number":"S453","title":"To further define adverse determinations by insurers","description":"For legislation to further define adverse determinations by insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S453/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S453","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505556,"bill_number":"S454","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"For legislation relative to patient care access. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S454/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S454","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505557,"bill_number":"S455","title":"Requiring insurers to report malpractice claims or actions for optometrists","description":"For legislation to require insurers to report malpractice claims or actions for optometrists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S455/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S455","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":505561,"bill_number":"S456","title":"Relative to residential mortgage foreclosures","description":"For legislation relative to the forclosure of residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S456/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S456","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505562,"bill_number":"S457","title":"Promoting consumer choice in health care.","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance coverage by athletic trainers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S457/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S457","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505563,"bill_number":"S458","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for pervasive developmental disorders.","description":"For legislation relative to insurance coverage for pervasive developmental disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S458/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S458","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505564,"bill_number":"S459","title":"Protecting banking consumers.","description":"For legislation to protect banking consumers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S459/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S459","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505565,"bill_number":"S460","title":"Establishing accountability for managed care organizations.","description":"For legislation to establish accountability for managed care organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S460/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S460","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505566,"bill_number":"S461","title":"Relative to executive compensation for mutual companies","description":"For legislation relative to compensation of executive officers for mutual companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S461/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S461","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505567,"bill_number":"S462","title":"Relative to an affordable health plan","description":"For legislation relative to an affordable health plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S462/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S462","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505568,"bill_number":"S463","title":"Relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance","description":"For legislation relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S463/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S463","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505569,"bill_number":"S464","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"For legislation relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S464/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S464","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505570,"bill_number":"S465","title":"Relative to liability coverage under the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association","description":"For legislation relative to liability coverage under the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 346 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S465/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S465","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505571,"bill_number":"S466","title":"Relative to fraud or embezzlement","description":"For legislation relative to fraud and embezzlement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S466/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S466","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505572,"bill_number":"S467","title":"Relative to telemedicine","description":"For legislation relative to telemedicine . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S467/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S467","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505573,"bill_number":"S468","title":"Clarifying deductions that can be made from private long term disability insurance plans","description":"For legislation to clarify deductions that can be made from private long term disability insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S468/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S468","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505574,"bill_number":"S469","title":"Relative to promoting patient access and affordability in treating eye and vision conditions","description":"For legislation to promote patient access and affordability in treating eye and vision. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S469/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S469","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505575,"bill_number":"S470","title":"Related to insurer reserve requirements","description":"For legislation related to insurer reserve requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S470/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S470","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505577,"bill_number":"S471","title":"Relative to pancreatic cancer screening","description":"For legislation relative pancreatic cancer screening. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2285","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S471/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S471","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505578,"bill_number":"S472","title":"Relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S472/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S472","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"}, {"bill_id":505579,"bill_number":"S473","title":"Relative to homeowners' fire insurance policies.","description":"For legislation relative to the homeowners' fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S473/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S473","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505580,"bill_number":"S474","title":"Relative to coverage under the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association.","description":"For legislation relative to coverage under the Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S465","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S474/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S474","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505581,"bill_number":"S475","title":"Providing additional protection against insurance fraud in the repair of damaged vehicles","description":"For legislation to provide additonal protections against insurance fraud in the repair of damaged vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S475/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S475","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505582,"bill_number":"S476","title":"Relative to auto insurance repair programs","description":"For legislation relative to auto insurance repair programs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S476/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S476","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505583,"bill_number":"S477","title":"Relative to patient financial protection","description":"For legislation relative to patient financial protection. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2293","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S477/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S477","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505584,"bill_number":"S478","title":"Authorizing the conversion of banks to another charter","description":"For legislation to authorize conversions by Massachusetts-chartered banks or credit unions to federal or other charters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S478/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S478","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505585,"bill_number":"S479","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"For legislation relative to public funds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2226","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S479/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S479","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505586,"bill_number":"S480","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts insurers insolvency fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts insurers insolvency fund. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S480/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S480","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505587,"bill_number":"S481","title":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents","description":"For legislation relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S481/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S481","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505588,"bill_number":"S482","title":"Relative to non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed funds by lending institutions","description":"For legislation relative to non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed funds by lending institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S482/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S482","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505589,"bill_number":"S483","title":"Regulating pharmacy audits","description":"For legislation to regulate pharmacy audits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2286","last_action_date":"2014-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S483/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S483","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505590,"bill_number":"S484","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as health care providers","description":"For legislation to establish benefits for services rendered by pharmacists acting under a collaborative practice agreement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S484/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S484","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505591,"bill_number":"S485","title":"To provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption","description":"For legislation to provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S485/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S485","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505592,"bill_number":"S486","title":"Relative to certificates of insurance","description":"For legislation relative to certificates of insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2077","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S486/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S486","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505593,"bill_number":"S487","title":"Relative to the Division of Insurance to notify health plans of its rate decision at least 60 days prior to the effective date","description":"For legislation relative rate decisions by the Division of Insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S487/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S487","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505594,"bill_number":"S488","title":"Establishing a consumer bill of rights in tiered and reduced network health plans","description":"For legislation to establish a consumer bill of rights in tiered and reduced network health plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S488/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S488","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505595,"bill_number":"S489","title":"Relative to fees charged to insurance companies for certain services","description":"For legislation relative to fees charged to insurance companies for certain services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S489/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S489","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505596,"bill_number":"S490","title":"Relative to foreclosed property","description":"For legislation relative to foreclosed property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S490/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S490","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505597,"bill_number":"S491","title":"Relative to vacated foreclosed residential property","description":"For legislation relative to vacated foreclosed residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S491/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S491","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":505598,"bill_number":"S492","title":"To establish a foreclosure mediation program","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure mediation program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S492/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S492","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505599,"bill_number":"S493","title":"Relative to women’s health and cancer recovery","description":"For legislation relative to women’s health and cancer recovery. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S493/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S493","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505600,"bill_number":"S494","title":"To make habilitative services available to the children of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make habilitative services available to the children of the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S494/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S494","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505601,"bill_number":"S495","title":"Resolve to study the financial impact of the nexus between the insurance industry and law enforcement","description":"For legislation to study the financial impact of the nexus between the insurance industry and law enforcement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S495/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S495","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505602,"bill_number":"S496","title":"Reducing the number of uninsured drivers","description":"For legislation to establish a universal driver's trust fund to offset the costs of uninsured motorists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S496/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S496","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505603,"bill_number":"S497","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reform labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S497/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S497","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":505604,"bill_number":"S498","title":"To prevent inappropriate denials for medically necessary services","description":"For legislation to prevent inappropriate denials for medically necessary services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S498/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S498","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":505605,"bill_number":"S499","title":"Concerning Medicaid and accountable care","description":"For legislation concerning Medicaid and accountable care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S499/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S499","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505606,"bill_number":"S500","title":"To establish a primary care development fund.","description":"For legislation to establish a primary care development fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S500/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S500","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505607,"bill_number":"S501","title":"Relative to equitable reimbursement rates for services provided to publicly assisted patients","description":"For legislation relative to equitable reimbursement rates for services provided to publicly assisted patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S501/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S501","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505608,"bill_number":"S502","title":"To establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3705","last_action_date":"2013-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S502/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S502","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505609,"bill_number":"S503","title":"Transfers of assets by MassHealth members","description":"For legislation to transfer assests by MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1021","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S503/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S503","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505610,"bill_number":"S504","title":"Improving the children's medical security program and simplifying the administration process","description":"For legislation to provide for primary and preventative health care services for certain children in the Commonwealth. . Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2320","last_action_date":"2014-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S504/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S504","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505611,"bill_number":"S505","title":"Relative to parity in assessments by the health care safety net fund","description":"For legislation relative to parity in assessments by the health care safety net fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S505/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S505","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505612,"bill_number":"S506","title":"Expanding the determination of need threshold","description":"For legislation to expand the determination of need threshold. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S506/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S506","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505613,"bill_number":"S507","title":"Strengthening market impact review","description":"For legislation to strengthen market impact review. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S507/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S507","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505614,"bill_number":"S508","title":"To study disparities in health care resulting from changes in marital status.","description":"For legislation to order a study on disparities in health care arising out of a change in marital status. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2350","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S554/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S554","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505663,"bill_number":"S555","title":"To reduce health care fraud, waste and abuse","description":"For legislation to reduce health care fraud, waste and abuse. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S559","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505668,"bill_number":"S560","title":"Relative to requiring premium impact statements","description":"For legislation requiring premium impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S560/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S560","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505669,"bill_number":"S561","title":"Relative to the establishment of rates of payment to medical providers for workers’ compensation","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of rates of payment to medical providers for workers’ compensation. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S563/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S563","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":505673,"bill_number":"S564","title":"Relative to spousal waiver for home and community-based services for physically disabled adults age 60 and under.","description":"For legislation relative to spousal waiver for home and community based services for physically disabled adults age 60 and under. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1060","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S565/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S565","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505675,"bill_number":"S566","title":"To address the lack of sex-specific data in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to address the lack of sex-specific data in Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S566/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S566","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505676,"bill_number":"S567","title":"Establishing a healthcare insurance premium payment pool for working families","description":"For legislation to establish a healthcare insurance premium payment pool. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S567/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S567","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505677,"bill_number":"S568","title":"To strengthen the management of the health care connector","description":"For legislation to strengthen the management of the health care connector. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S568/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S568","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505678,"bill_number":"S569","title":"Relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S569/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S569","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505679,"bill_number":"S570","title":"Relative to mandated benefits","description":"For legislation relative to mandated benefits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S570/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S570","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505680,"bill_number":"S571","title":"Ensuring clinically appropriate peer review","description":"For legislation to ensure clinically appropriate peer review. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S571/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S571","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505681,"bill_number":"S572","title":"To ensure effective health care cost control","description":"For legislation to ensure effective health care cost control. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S572/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S572","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":505682,"bill_number":"S573","title":"Relative to a law student loan repayment assistance program","description":"For legislation relative to a law student repayment assistance program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S573/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S573","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505683,"bill_number":"S574","title":"To promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations","description":"For legislation to promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S574","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505684,"bill_number":"S575","title":"Relative to program approval","description":"For legislation relative to program approval at a private, nonprofit college or university . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3985","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S575","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505686,"bill_number":"S576","title":"Relative to college fees","description":"For legislation relative to college fees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S576","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505688,"bill_number":"S577","title":"Regarding higher education opportunities for high school graduates in the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation relative to equal access to higher education and generating revenue for the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S577","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505689,"bill_number":"S578","title":"Relative to fees at community colleges and state universities","description":"For legislation relative to fees at community colleges and state universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S578","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505690,"bill_number":"S579","title":"Relative to student records coordination across public higher education institutions","description":"For legislation relative to student records coordination across public higher education institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S579","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":505691,"bill_number":"S580","title":"Providing full student representation on the Univeristy of Massachusetts Board of Trustees","description":"For legislation to provide full student representation on the Univeristy of Massachusetts Board of Trustees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S580/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S580","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505692,"bill_number":"S581","title":"Relative to the rights of faculty members at the University of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to the rights of faculty members at the University of Massachusetts . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S581/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S581","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505693,"bill_number":"S582","title":"Providing coverage of educational expenses to deceased veterans","description":"For legislation to provide coverage of educational expenses to deceased veterans . Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S582/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S582","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505694,"bill_number":"S583","title":"To ensure equal access to college course materials for visually impaired students","description":"For legislation to ensure equal access to college course materials for visually impaired students. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S583/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S583","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":505695,"bill_number":"S584","title":"Relative to nursing school articulation agreements","description":"For legislation relative to nursing school articulation between degree granting programs of state and community colleges of the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S584/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S584","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505698,"bill_number":"S585","title":"Establishing a commission on the funding needs for quality public higher education","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on the funding needs for quality public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S585/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S585","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505699,"bill_number":"S586","title":"Supporting access and excellence in public higher education","description":"For legislation to support access and excellence in public higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S586/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S586","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505700,"bill_number":"S587","title":"To promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations","description":"For legislation to promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S587/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S587","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":505701,"bill_number":"S588","title":"Establishing the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S588/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S588","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505702,"bill_number":"S589","title":"Regarding oversight on eligibility for tuition and fee waivers","description":"For legislation relative to oversight on eligibility for tuition and fee waivers. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S589/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S589","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505703,"bill_number":"S590","title":"To establish a Master of Library Science assistance program.","description":"For legislation to establish a Master of Library Science assistance program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2168","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S590/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S590","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505704,"bill_number":"S591","title":"Updating chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update Chapter 40R. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S591/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S591","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505705,"bill_number":"S592","title":"Relative to a public housing innovation program","description":"For legislation relative to a public housing innovation program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S592/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S592","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505706,"bill_number":"S593","title":"Authorizing municipalities to protect low and moderate income tenants and units of governmentally involved housing","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to protect low and moderate income tenants and units of governmentally involved housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4471","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S593/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S593","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505707,"bill_number":"S594","title":"Relative to the Worcester Housing Authority’s “Buy American Policy”","description":"For legislation relative to the Worcester Housing Authority's \"Buy American Policy\". Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S594/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S594","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505708,"bill_number":"S595","title":"Relative to creating a statutory housing restriction and providing remedies related to statutory housing","description":"For legislation relative to creating a statutory housing restriction and providing remedies related to statutory housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2305","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S595/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S595","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505709,"bill_number":"S596","title":"Relative to eligibility for cooperative housing corporations.","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility for cooperative housing corporations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S596/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S596","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":505710,"bill_number":"S597","title":"Relating to manufactured housing license fees","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing community owner or operator licensing fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S597/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S597","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":505711,"bill_number":"S598","title":"To prevent homelessness among elderly and disabled persons and families facing no-fault evictions","description":"For legislation to prevent homelessness among elderly and disabled persons and families facing no-fault evictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S598/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S598","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":505712,"bill_number":"S599","title":"Relative to affordable housing built near wetlands.","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing built near wetlands. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S599/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S599","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":505713,"bill_number":"S600","title":"Relative to the oversight of affordable housing developments.","description":"For legislation realtive to the oversight of affordable housing developments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S600/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S600","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":505714,"bill_number":"S601","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the need for accessible homes for the elderly, returning veterans with disabilities, and families that include persons with disabilities","description":"Relativerelative to the need for accessible homes for the elderly, returning veterans with disabilities, and families that include persons with disabilities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, S1787","last_action_date":"2013-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S601/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S601","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505715,"bill_number":"S602","title":"Relative to condominiums","description":"For legislation to clarify chapter 183A of the General Laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 483 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S602/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S602","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505716,"bill_number":"S603","title":"To clarify condominium priority liens","description":"For legislation to clarify condominium priority liens. Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2316","last_action_date":"2014-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S603/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S603","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505717,"bill_number":"S604","title":"To protect residents of subsidized housing developments from bullying; bullying prevention policies and plans; research and demonstration programs.","description":"For legislation to protect citizens of subsidized housing developments from bullying. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2329","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S604/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S604","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"}, {"bill_id":505718,"bill_number":"S605","title":"Ensuring affordability in perpetuity","description":"For legislation to insure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S605","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505719,"bill_number":"S606","title":"Protecting condominium owners","description":"For legislation to protect condominium owners. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S606","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505720,"bill_number":"S607","title":"Reforming Chapter 40B","description":"For legislation relative to reforming chapter 40b. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S607","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505722,"bill_number":"S608","title":"Relative to the protection of low income elderly housing","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of low income elderly housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S608","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505723,"bill_number":"S609","title":"Relative to the protection of public housing residents","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of elders in senior housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S609","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505724,"bill_number":"S610","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1992","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S610/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S610","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505725,"bill_number":"S611","title":"Relative to expanding the eligibility of households for inclusion in a municipality’s affordable housing inventory","description":"For legislation to expand the eligibility of households for inclusion in a municipality's affordable housing inventory. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S611/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S611","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505726,"bill_number":"S612","title":"To further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities","description":"For legislation to further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S612/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S612","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":505727,"bill_number":"S613","title":"Relative to prohibit landlords from requiring a cat to be declawed","description":"For legislation to prohibit landlords from requiring a cat to be declawed. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S613/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S613","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505728,"bill_number":"S614","title":"Relative to revitalize state public housing developments","description":"For legislation relative to the revitalization of state public housing developments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S614/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S614","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505729,"bill_number":"S615","title":"Clarifying the collection of condominium fees","description":"For legislation to clarify the collection of condominium fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S615","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505730,"bill_number":"S616","title":"Requiring landlord notice of unsafe conditions","description":"For legislation to require landlord notice of unsafe conditions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S616/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S616","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505731,"bill_number":"S617","title":"Requiring notice and an opportunity to repair certain construction defects","description":"For legislation to require notice and an opportunity to repair certain construction defects. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S617/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S617","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505732,"bill_number":"S618","title":"Streamlining housing permitting","description":"For legislation to streamline housing permitting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S618/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S618","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505733,"bill_number":"S619","title":"Promoting savings for first time homebuyers","description":"For legislation to promote savings for first time homebuyers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4455","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S619/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S619","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505734,"bill_number":"S620","title":"Providing for a moratorium on the issuance of comprehensive permits and establishing a special commission to investigate the use and effectiveness of the comprehensive permit law","description":"For legislation for a moratorium on the issuance of comprehensive permits and establishing a special commission to investigate the use and effectiveness of the comprehensive permit law. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S620","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505735,"bill_number":"S621","title":"Relative to compliance of condominium associations","description":"For legislation relative to compliance of condominium associations. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-03-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S621/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S621","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":505736,"bill_number":"S622","title":"Providing further penalties for intentional loss or damage to a gravestone or other gravemarker","description":"For legislation to provide further penalties for intentional loss or damage to gravestone or other gravemarker. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S622/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S622","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505737,"bill_number":"S623","title":"Relative to request an investigation by the attorney general into the following incidents in the town of Templeton","description":"For legislation to request an investigation by the attornery general into the following incidents in the town of Templeton. The Judiciary. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S623/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S623","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":505738,"bill_number":"S624","title":"Relative to the redetermination of alimony","description":"For legislation relative to alimony modification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S624","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505739,"bill_number":"S625","title":"Relative to penalties for shoplifting","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for shoplifting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S625/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S625","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505740,"bill_number":"S626","title":"Relative to the withholding of rent.","description":"For legislation relative to the witholding of rent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S626/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S626","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505741,"bill_number":"S627","title":"Relative to the penalty for vandalism","description":"For legislation relative to the penalty imposed upon persons convicted of defacing or destroying real or personal property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S627","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505742,"bill_number":"S628","title":"Relative to the preservation of certain appellate rights","description":"For legislation to preserve appellate rights in certain criminal proceedings in the courts of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S628/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S628","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505743,"bill_number":"S629","title":"Relative to adjusting the credit for nonpayment of fines","description":"For legislation to increase the daily credit for persons confined in correctional institutions for non-payment of fines and expenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S629/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S629","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505744,"bill_number":"S630","title":"Relative to counsel appointed to habitual offender cases","description":"For legislation relative to counsel appointed to habitual offender cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S630","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505745,"bill_number":"S631","title":"Decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct","description":"For legislation to decriminalize non-violent and verbal student misconduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4132","last_action_date":"2014-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S631","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505746,"bill_number":"S632","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest","description":"For legislation relative to interest for pecuniary judgements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S632","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505747,"bill_number":"S633","title":"Extending the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases","description":"For legislation to extend the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4126","last_action_date":"2014-05-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S633/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S633","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505748,"bill_number":"S634","title":"Eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S634","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":505749,"bill_number":"S635","title":"Relative to parental responsibility in bullying","description":"For legislation relative to parental responsibility in bullying. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S635","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505750,"bill_number":"S636","title":"Relative to the uniform real property electronic recording act","description":"For legislation relative to the uniform real property electronic recording act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S636","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505751,"bill_number":"S637","title":"Relative to a surcharge on criminal cases","description":"For legislation relative to additional fees on criminal cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S637","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505752,"bill_number":"S638","title":"Relative to the warrant management system.","description":"For legislation relative to the warrant management system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S638/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S638","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505753,"bill_number":"S639","title":"Relative to the rate of compensation paid to court appointed attorneys.","description":"For legislation relative to the rate of compensation paid to court appointed attorneys. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S639/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S639","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505754,"bill_number":"S640","title":"Punishing the exploitation of emergency or major disaster victims","description":"For legislation relative to the exploitation of emergency or major disaster victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S640/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S640","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":505755,"bill_number":"S641","title":"Relative to updating the public health laws","description":"For legislation to update public health laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S641/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S641","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505756,"bill_number":"S642","title":"To protect freedom of speech and association","description":"For legislation relative to freedom of speech and association. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S642/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S642","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":505757,"bill_number":"S643","title":"Relative to equal access in hospitals, public transportation, nursing homes, supermarkets, retail establishments, and all other places open to the public","description":"For legislation relative to equal access to public places regardless of gender identity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2238","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S643/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S643","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505758,"bill_number":"S644","title":"To improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops.","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analsis of data realitve to traffic stops. . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S644/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S644","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":505759,"bill_number":"S645","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"For legislation to provide protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S645/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S645","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505760,"bill_number":"S646","title":"Providing further protection for grand jurors","description":"For legislation to provide further protection for grand jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S646/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S646","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505761,"bill_number":"S647","title":"Relative to strangulation","description":"For legislation relative to strangulation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S647/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S647","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505762,"bill_number":"S648","title":"Providing protection from photographing, videotaping or electronically surveilling a partially nude or nude child","description":"For legislation to provide protection from photographing, videotaping or electronically surveilling a partially nude or nude child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S648/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S648","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505763,"bill_number":"S649","title":"Providing protection from subsequent violations of restraining orders","description":"For legislation relative to providing protection from subsequent violations of restraining orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S649/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S649","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505764,"bill_number":"S650","title":"Relative to the intimidation of witnesses and interfering with justice","description":"For legislation relative to witness intimidation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S650/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S650","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505766,"bill_number":"S651","title":"Reforming the judicial system","description":"For legislation to reform the judicial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4180","last_action_date":"2014-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S651/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S651","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505767,"bill_number":"S652","title":"Relative to pre-trial detention","description":"For legislation to prohibit the adjournment of a trial exceeding twenty days against the objection of a committed defendant. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S652/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S652","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505768,"bill_number":"S653","title":"Relative to the service of civil process","description":"For legislation relative to the service of civil process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S653/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S653","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505770,"bill_number":"S654","title":"Updating the wire interception law","description":"For legislation to update the wire interception law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S654/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S654","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505771,"bill_number":"S655","title":"To protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers","description":"For legislation to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S655/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S655","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505772,"bill_number":"S656","title":"To protect our communities","description":"For legislation to protect our communities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S656/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S656","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":505773,"bill_number":"S657","title":"Relative to foster child engagement","description":"For legislation relative to foster child engagement. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S707/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S707","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505825,"bill_number":"S708","title":"Relative to law-enforcement access to communications records","description":"For legislation relative to law enforcement access to communications records. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2238","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S714/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S714","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":505835,"bill_number":"S715","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Code","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Code. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S720/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S720","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505841,"bill_number":"S721","title":"Relative to electronic deed recording","description":"For legislation relative to electronic deed recording. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S721/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S721","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":505842,"bill_number":"S722","title":"Barring visitation rights for a child conceived by rape","description":"For legislation barring visitation rights for a child conceived by rape. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S725/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S725","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505846,"bill_number":"S726","title":"Relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners","description":"For legislation relative to construction defect claims by condominium owners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S726/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S726","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":505847,"bill_number":"S727","title":"Defining court administrative records as public records","description":"For legislation to define certain administrative records as public records. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S766/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S766","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505888,"bill_number":"S767","title":"Relative to a private cause of action to prevent the cruel and inhumane treatment of animals","description":"For legislation to prevent the cruel and inhumane treatment of animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4244","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S767/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S767","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505889,"bill_number":"S768","title":"Relative to Public Charity Executive and Board of Directors Compensation","description":"For legislation relative to public charity executive and board directors compensation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S768/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S768","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":505890,"bill_number":"S769","title":"To strengthen the Anti-Human Trafficking Law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Anti-Human Trafficking Law. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S770/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S770","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505892,"bill_number":"S771","title":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","description":"For legislation relative to the interception of wire and oral communications. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S772/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S772","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":505894,"bill_number":"S773","title":"Allowing local wetlands bylaw decisions to be appealed to land court","description":"For legislation to allow local wetlands bylaw decisions to be appealed in court. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S775/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S775","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505897,"bill_number":"S776","title":"Relative to the theft of copper wire","description":"For legislation relative to the theft of copper wire. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S776/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S776","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":505898,"bill_number":"S777","title":"Relative to civil infractions for Juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to civil infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S777/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S777","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":505899,"bill_number":"S778","title":"To expedite the transfer of cases to the permit session of land court","description":"For legislation to expedite the transfer of cases to the permit session of land court . 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S779/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S779","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":505901,"bill_number":"S780","title":"Relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police","description":"For legislation relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S780/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S780","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505903,"bill_number":"S781","title":"Relative to small claims","description":"For legislation relative to small claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S781/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S781","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505904,"bill_number":"S782","title":"Relative to conditions of release for persons admitted to bail.","description":"For legislation relative to conditions of release for persons admitted to bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S782/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S782","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":505905,"bill_number":"S783","title":"Requiring that eminent domain be for the public use and defining public use","description":"For legislation to require that eminent domain takings be for public use purposes and defining the term public use. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S803/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S803","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505928,"bill_number":"S804","title":"Relative to sexual deviants","description":"For legislation relative to sexual deviants. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S810/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S810","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505935,"bill_number":"S811","title":"To provide transparent sex offender information to the public","description":"For legislation to provide transparent sex offender information to the public. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S811/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S811","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505936,"bill_number":"S812","title":"Relative to CORI reform","description":"For legislation relative to CORI reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S812/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S812","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505937,"bill_number":"S813","title":"Relative to the appropriate use of public funds","description":"For legislation relative to the appropriate use of public funds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S813/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S813","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505938,"bill_number":"S814","title":"Relative to timely classification of sex offenders.","description":"For legislation relative to timely classification of sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S814/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S814","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505939,"bill_number":"S815","title":"Enhancing assessment information of the sexual offender registration board","description":"For legislation to enhance assessment information of the sexual offender registration board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S815","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505940,"bill_number":"S816","title":"Protecting victims of sexual assault","description":"For legislation to protect victims of sexual assault relative to child visitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S816/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S816","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505941,"bill_number":"S817","title":"Relative to criminal sentencing","description":"For legislation relative to criminal sentencing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S817/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S817","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505942,"bill_number":"S818","title":"Relative to criminal strangulation","description":"For legislation relative to criminal strangulation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S818/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S818","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505943,"bill_number":"S819","title":"Relative to habitual drunk drivers","description":"For legislation relative to habitual drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S819/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S819","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505944,"bill_number":"S820","title":"Relative to murder soliciation","description":"For legislation relative to murder solicitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S820/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S820","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":505945,"bill_number":"S821","title":"Consumer Legal Equalization Act","description":"For legislation relative to Consumer Legal Equalization Act. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2238","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S827/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S827","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505952,"bill_number":"S828","title":"Relative to essential regional services","description":"For legislation relative to essential regional services. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-05-22","last_action":"See H1577","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S829/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S829","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505954,"bill_number":"S830","title":"To promote public safety through the equitable allocation of funding for prosecutors and public defenders in the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation to promote public safety through the equitable allocation of funding for prosecutors and public defenders in the Commonwealth. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S831/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S831","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505956,"bill_number":"S832","title":"Relative to injuries to law enforcement personnel by drivers under the influence of alcohol","description":"For legislation relative to injuries to law enforcement personnel by drivers under the influence of alcohol. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S832/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S832","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505957,"bill_number":"S833","title":"Relative to the crime of arson","description":"For legislation relative to the crime of arson. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S833/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S833","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505958,"bill_number":"S834","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"For legislation relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1827","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S834/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S834","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505959,"bill_number":"S835","title":"Relative to municipal safety zones","description":"For legislation relative to municipal safety zones. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2234","last_action_date":"2014-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S835/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S835","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":505960,"bill_number":"S836","title":"Establishing the murder victim families assistance fund","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to assist families of murder victims. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 484 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S865/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S865","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":505994,"bill_number":"S866","title":"Providing for burial benefits under the workers' compensation act","description":"For legislation relative to burial benefits under the workers' compensation law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3766","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S866/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S866","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505995,"bill_number":"S867","title":"Preventing discrimination based on veteran's status","description":"For legislation to prevent discrimination based on veteran's status. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1898","last_action_date":"2013-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S867/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S867","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505996,"bill_number":"S868","title":"Relative to health and safety on public construction projects","description":"For legislation relative to health and safety on public construction projects. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S868/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S868","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505997,"bill_number":"S869","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"For legislation relative to private construction contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S869/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S869","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":505998,"bill_number":"S870","title":"Relative to franchises in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to franchises in Massachusetts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S870/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S870","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":505999,"bill_number":"S871","title":"Relative to the penalty for failure to provide workers' compensation insurance","description":"For legislation relative to the penalty for failure to provide workers' compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S850","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S871/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S871","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506000,"bill_number":"S872","title":"Relative to fair hiring practices","description":"For legislation relative to fair hiring practices. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S872/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S872","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506001,"bill_number":"S873","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"Relative to private construction contracts By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition of Michael O. Moore, Sal N. DiDomenico, Thomas M. McGee and Brian A. Joyce promoting fairness in private construction contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S873/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S873","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506002,"bill_number":"S874","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"For legislation relative to apprenticeship programs. 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Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S885/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S885","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506015,"bill_number":"S889","title":"Relative to posting employment opportunities","description":"For legislation relative to posting employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S889/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S889","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":506016,"bill_number":"S890","title":"Regarding protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools","description":"For legislation relative to protections extended to lay teachers in parochial schools. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S890/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S890","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506017,"bill_number":"S891","title":"Limiting indemnity and insurance responsibility for general contractors and subcontractors in construction work","description":"For legislation to limit indemnity and insurace responsibility for general contractors and subcontractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S891/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S891","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506018,"bill_number":"S892","title":"Relative to terms of employment","description":"For legislation relative to terms of employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2036","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S892/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S892","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506019,"bill_number":"S893","title":"Relative to setting the prevailing wage rate","description":"For legislation relative to setting the prevailing wage rate. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2036","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S893/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S893","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506020,"bill_number":"S894","title":"To ensure fairness in the disability adjudication process.","description":"For legislation to ensure fairness in the disability adjudication process. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S894/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S894","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506021,"bill_number":"S895","title":"Improving unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation to improve unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S895/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S895","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506022,"bill_number":"S896","title":"Providing for increased transparency in the prevailing wage","description":"For legislation to provide for increased transparency in the prevailing wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2036","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S896/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S896","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506023,"bill_number":"S897","title":"Expediting appeals of wage violations","description":"For legislation to expedite appeals of wage violations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S897/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S897","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506024,"bill_number":"S898","title":"To combat tax and insurance fraud.","description":"For legislation to combat tax and insurance fraud. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S898/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S898","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506025,"bill_number":"S899","title":"Relative to workers compensation insurance","description":"For legislation relative to workers compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1717","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S899/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S899","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":506026,"bill_number":"S900","title":"Establishing earned paid sick time","description":"For legislation to establish earned paid sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S900/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S900","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506027,"bill_number":"S901","title":"Modernizing and protecting the unemployment insurance system","description":"For legislation to modernize and protect the unemployment insurance system. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S901/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S901","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506028,"bill_number":"S902","title":"Recognizing dangerousness of retail drug offenses","description":"For legislation to recognize the dangerousness of retail drug offenses. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S902/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S902","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506029,"bill_number":"S903","title":"Relative to juvenile mental health.","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile mental health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S903/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S903","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506030,"bill_number":"S904","title":"Relative to acceptable health service training for psychologists","description":"For legislation relative to acceptable health service training for psychologists. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1893","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S904/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S904","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506031,"bill_number":"S905","title":"Requiring victims to be notified of certain hearings concerning the custodial status of individuals adjudged not guilty of a crime by reason of mental illness or after being found not competent to stand trial","description":"For legislation to require victims to be notified of certain hearings concerning the custodial status of individuals adjudged not guilty of a crime by reason of mental illness or after being found not competent to stand trial. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S905/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S905","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506032,"bill_number":"S906","title":"Relative to assisted outpatient treatment","description":"For legislation relative to assisted outpatient treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S906/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S906","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506033,"bill_number":"S907","title":"Regulating the use of buprenorphine in opioid dependence treatment","description":"For legislation relative to the use of buprenorphine in opioid dependence treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft, see S1926","last_action_date":"2013-11-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S907/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S907","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506034,"bill_number":"S908","title":"To permit the Department of Developmental Services to provide services to adults with developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide services to adults with developmental disabilities. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3715","last_action_date":"2013-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S908/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S908","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506035,"bill_number":"S909","title":"To ensure full and equal access to services from the Department of Mental Health for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and related conditions who otherwise meet the eligiblity criteria for DMH services","description":"For legislation relative to services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S909/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S909","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506037,"bill_number":"S910","title":"Regulating the siting of methadone treatment facilities.","description":"For legislation to regulate the siting of methadone treatment facilities. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S910/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S910","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506038,"bill_number":"S911","title":"Regarding rights of persons receiving services from program or facilities of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation relative to the rights of persons receiving services from program or facilities of the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3804","last_action_date":"2013-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S911/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S911","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":506039,"bill_number":"S912","title":"Resolve to create a special commission to promote a recovery-focus in the mental health system","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve to create a special commission to promote a recovery-focus in the mental health system By Ms. Jehlen, a petition of Patricia D. Jehlen and John W. Scibak to create a create a special commission to promote a recovery-focus in the mental health system. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S912/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S912","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":506040,"bill_number":"S913","title":"Relative to updating the definition of cocaine","description":"For legislation to update the definition of cocaine. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1934","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S913/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S913","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506042,"bill_number":"S914","title":"Relative to updating the drug Class A schedule","description":"For legislation to update the drug Class A schedule. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S914/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S914","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506043,"bill_number":"S915","title":"Relative to the definition of methylenedioxy methamphetamine","description":"For legislation to define methylenedioxy methamphetamine. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S915/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S915","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506044,"bill_number":"S916","title":"Relative to the drug Salvinorin","description":"For legislation relative to the drug Salvinorin. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S916/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S916","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506045,"bill_number":"S917","title":"Relative to emergency scheduling of addictive substances by the Commissioner of Public Health","description":"For legislation relative to emergency scheduling of addictive substances by the Commissioner of Public Health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3547","last_action_date":"2013-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S917/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S917","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506046,"bill_number":"S918","title":"Relative to the discharge of persons incompetent to stand trial","description":"For legislation relative to the discharge of persons incompetent to stand trial. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S918/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S918","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506047,"bill_number":"S919","title":"Relative to synthetic marijuana","description":"For legislation relative to synthetic marjuana. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1935","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S919/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S919","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506048,"bill_number":"S920","title":"To improve access to child and adolescent mental health services","description":"For legislation to improve access to child and adolescent mental health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2416","last_action_date":"2014-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S920/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S920","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506049,"bill_number":"S921","title":"Relative to the civil commitment for alcoholism or substance abuse at certain facilities","description":"For legislation relative to the civil commitment for alcoholism or substance abuse at certain facilities. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S921/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S921","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506050,"bill_number":"S922","title":"To criminalize the attempted production of Class B drugs.","description":"For legislation to criminalize the attempted production of class B drugs. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S922/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S922","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506051,"bill_number":"S923","title":"Protecting minors from the harmful effects of marihuana","description":"For legislation to protect minors from the harmful effects of marihuana. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2038","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S923/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S923","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506052,"bill_number":"S924","title":"Relative to the right to dry","description":"For legislation relative to the installation of clotheslines. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S924/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S924","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"}, {"bill_id":506053,"bill_number":"S925","title":"To include fire districts","description":"For legislation to include fire districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1858","last_action_date":"2013-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S925/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S925","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":506054,"bill_number":"S926","title":"Relative to local licenses and permits","description":"For legislation relative to local licenses and permits. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S926/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S926","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506055,"bill_number":"S927","title":"Establishing the Worcester County Commission on the Status of Women","description":"For legislation to establish the Worcester County Commission on the Status of Women. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S927/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S927","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506056,"bill_number":"S928","title":"Relative to land use","description":"For legislation relative to land use. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S928/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S928","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506058,"bill_number":"S929","title":"Relative to preventing discriminatory land use and permitting decisions.","description":"For legislation to prevent discriminatory land use and permitting decisions. . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S929/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S929","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":506059,"bill_number":"S930","title":"Relative to the removal or transportation of trash","description":"For legislation to remove or transport trash. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S930/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S930","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506060,"bill_number":"S931","title":"Enhancing identification of taxicab operators","description":"For legislation to enhance identification of taxicab operators. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S931/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S931","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506061,"bill_number":"S932","title":"Amending the municipal ticket law.","description":"For legislation to amend the municipal ticket law. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S932/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S932","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":506062,"bill_number":"S933","title":"Relating to mutual aid for roadway reconstruction","description":"For legislation to amend the public works municipal mutual aid agreement statute. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-06-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S933/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S933","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":506063,"bill_number":"S934","title":"Establishing a tax title collection revolving fund","description":"For legislation to establish a tax title collection revolving fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2298","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S934/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S934","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506064,"bill_number":"S935","title":"Increasing the membership of the city of Lowell board of license commissioners from 3 to 5 members","description":"For legislation to increase the membership of the Lowell License Commission from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S935/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S935","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":506065,"bill_number":"S936","title":"Promoting cost savings in local government","description":"For legislation to promote cost savings and transparency in local government. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S936/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S936","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506066,"bill_number":"S937","title":"Promoting transparency in local government","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in local government. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S937/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S937","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506067,"bill_number":"S938","title":"Relative to the certification of assessors","description":"For legislation relative to the certification of assessors. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S938/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S938","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506068,"bill_number":"S939","title":"Incorporating the town of Devens","description":"For legislation to incorporate the town of Devens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S939/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S939","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506069,"bill_number":"S940","title":"Encouraging municipal recycling and composting","description":"For legislation to encourage municipal recycling and composting. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S940/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S940","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506070,"bill_number":"S941","title":"Increasing recycling by landlords and tenants","description":"For legislation to increase recycling by landlords and tenants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S941/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S941","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506071,"bill_number":"S942","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"For legislation to protect abandoned animals in vacant properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-06-19","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S942/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S942","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506072,"bill_number":"S943","title":"Authorizing the voter directed classification of certain pollution abatement or remediation funds received by and for the use of any town or water supply district into a trust fund","description":"For legislation to authorize certain remediation funds for the use of town or water supply district into a trust fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S943/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S943","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506073,"bill_number":"S944","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and bylaws","description":"For legislation to enforce municipal ordinances and bylaws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-07-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S944/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S944","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506074,"bill_number":"S945","title":"To mitigate water resource impacts","description":"For legislation relative to water resource impacts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S945/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S945","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506075,"bill_number":"S946","title":"To promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3658","last_action_date":"2013-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S946/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S946","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506076,"bill_number":"S947","title":"Relative to the disposal of municipally owned vacant property.","description":"For legislation to dispose of municipally owned vacant property. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4442","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S947/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S947","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506077,"bill_number":"S948","title":"To allow municipalities to invest in credit unions","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to invest in credit unions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S948/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S948","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506078,"bill_number":"S949","title":"Relative to parking safety on an incline","description":"For legislation relative to parking safety on an incline. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S949/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S949","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506079,"bill_number":"S950","title":"Relative to the zoning of marijuana treatment centers","description":"For legislation relative to the zoning of marijuana treatment centers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S950/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S950","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506080,"bill_number":"S951","title":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to change the use of certain parcels of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Hingham to change the use of certain parcels of land. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3411","last_action_date":"2013-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S951/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S951","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506081,"bill_number":"S952","title":"Strengthening the enforcement of certain dog laws","description":"For legislation to strengthen the enforcement of certain dog laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1826","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S952/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S952","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":506082,"bill_number":"S953","title":"Authorizing cities and towns to prohibit the sale or use of polystyrene packaging","description":"For legislation relative to prohibiting the use or sale of polystyrene packaging. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S953/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S953","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506083,"bill_number":"S954","title":"Relative to MBTA billboards in the city of Quincy","description":"For legislation to ban billboards on MBTA property in the city of Quincy. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S954/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S954","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506084,"bill_number":"S955","title":"Relative to the City of Brockton's calculations of its local contribution to net school spending","description":"For legislation relative to the city of Brockton's calculation of its local contribution to net school spending.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S955/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S955","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506085,"bill_number":"S956","title":"Limiting the number of terms served by the president of the city council of the city of Holyoke","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city of Holyoke to limit the number of terms served by the president of the city council. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S956/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S956","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506086,"bill_number":"S957","title":"Relative to tethering of dogs","description":"For legislation relative to tethering of dogs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S957/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S957","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506087,"bill_number":"S958","title":"Relative to subdivision bonds","description":"For legislation to approve subdivision bonds by the planning board. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-04-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S958/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S958","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506088,"bill_number":"S959","title":"Allowing for the decriminalization of minor offenses","description":"For legislation to allow for the decriminalization of minor offenses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S959/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S959","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506089,"bill_number":"S960","title":"Empowering zoning boards of appeals","description":"For legislation to empower zoning boards of appeals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S960/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S960","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506090,"bill_number":"S961","title":"Relating to contracts for certain town officers","description":"For legislation relating to contracts for certain town officers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S961/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S961","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506091,"bill_number":"S962","title":"Reorganizing the Municipal Finance Oversight Board","description":"For legislation to reorganize the Municipal Finance Oversight Board. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S962/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S962","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506092,"bill_number":"S963","title":"To promote municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote municipal efficiency and innovation through regional collaboration. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S963/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S963","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506093,"bill_number":"S964","title":"Relative to promote transparency in municipal finance","description":"For legislation relative to promote transparency in municipal finance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S964/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S964","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506094,"bill_number":"S965","title":"Further regulating dogs in the town of Wareham","description":"For legislation to repeal a certain regulation relating to the regulation of dogs in the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S965/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S965","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506095,"bill_number":"S966","title":"Authorizing the rent board of the town of Middleborough to impose fees for the employment of outside consultants","description":"For legislation to authorize the rent board of the town of Middleborough to impose fees for the employment of outside consultants. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-07-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S966/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S966","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506096,"bill_number":"S967","title":"Relative to the powers of town moderators","description":"For legislation relative to the powers of town moderators. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S967/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S967","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506097,"bill_number":"S968","title":"To amend the fine for failing to obtain or renew a license to operate an open air parking lot","description":"For legislation relative to increasing the fine for conducting or maintaining open air parking lots without a license. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S968/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S968","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506098,"bill_number":"S969","title":"Relative to dangerous dogs in cities and towns","description":"For legislation relative to dangerous dogs in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S1866","last_action_date":"2013-09-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S969/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S969","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506099,"bill_number":"S970","title":"To promote worksite safety and restoration of local roads","description":"For legislation to promote worksite safety and restoration of local roads. 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Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S971/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S971","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506101,"bill_number":"S972","title":"To assist public water suppliers and to safeguard adequate water supplies","description":"For legislation to assist public water suppliers and to safeguard adequate water supplies. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S972/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S972","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506102,"bill_number":"S973","title":"Authorizing the city of Newburyport to impose liens upon properties in the town of Newbury which connect to the water and sewer systems of the city","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Newburyport to impose liens upon properties in the town of Newbury which connect to the water and sewer systems of the city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S973/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S973","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506108,"bill_number":"S974","title":"Relative to landlord notification","description":"For legislation relative to landlord notification. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S974/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S974","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506109,"bill_number":"S975","title":"Further regulating town meeting notices","description":"For legislation to further regulate town meeting notices. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2121","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S975/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S975","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506110,"bill_number":"S976","title":"Relative to land use regulations","description":"For legislation relative to land use regulations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S976/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S976","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506111,"bill_number":"S977","title":"Relative to Feoffees","description":"For legislation relative to Feoffees. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S977/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S977","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506112,"bill_number":"S978","title":"Relative to the appointment of town managers.","description":"For legislation to the appointment of town managers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S978/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S978","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506113,"bill_number":"S979","title":"Exempting the Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board membership from conflict of interest regarding discussion of shellfish licensing","description":"For legislation to exempt the Harbor and Shellfish Advisory Board membership from conflict of interest regarding discussion of shellfish licensing . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2015-01-05","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2015-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S979/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S979","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506114,"bill_number":"S980","title":"Creating the Cape and Islands Property Insurance Commission","description":"For legislation to create the Cape and Islands Property Insurance Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft (Wolf) substituted, see S2144","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S980/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S980","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506115,"bill_number":"S981","title":"Relative to the local authorization of playing fields","description":"For legislation relative to the local authorization of playing fields. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S981/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S981","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506116,"bill_number":"S982","title":"To amend the Barnstable County home rule charter by adding a recall provision","description":"For legislation to amend the Barnstable County home rule charter by adding a recall provision. 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Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1880","last_action_date":"2013-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S983/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S983","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506118,"bill_number":"S984","title":"Pertaining to the Issuance of Notes by a City, County or Town, as Fiscal Administrator to the Cape Light Compact in Anticipation of Energy Efficiency Revenues to be Received by the Cape Light Compact as Municipal Aggregator and Energy Efficiency Program Administrator .","description":"For legislation pertaining to the Issuance of Notes by a City, County or Town, as Fiscal Administrator to the Cape Light Compact in Anticipation of Energy Efficiency Revenues to be Received by the Cape Light Compact as Municipal Aggregator and Energy Efficiency Program Administrator . Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4146","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S984/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S984","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506119,"bill_number":"S985","title":"To eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2071","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S985/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S985","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"}, {"bill_id":506120,"bill_number":"S986","title":"To protect patients from breakthrough seizures","description":"For legislation to protect patients from breakthrough seizures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S986/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S986","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506121,"bill_number":"S987","title":"Regarding spouses as caregivers","description":"For legislation to permit spouses to to serve as paid caregivers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S987/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S987","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506122,"bill_number":"S988","title":"Relative to infectious disease control.","description":"For legislation relative to infectious disease control. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S988/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S988","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506123,"bill_number":"S989","title":"Relative to the registration of clinical exercise physiologists","description":"For legislation relative to the registration of clinical exercise physiologists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S989/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S989","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506124,"bill_number":"S990","title":"Regulating cadmium in children's jewelry","description":"For legislation to regulate cadmium in children's jewelry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S990/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S990","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506125,"bill_number":"S991","title":"Providing for safe patient handling.","description":"For legislation to provide for safe patient handling. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1969","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S991/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S991","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506126,"bill_number":"S992","title":"Relative to adult dental restoration","description":"For legislation relative to adult dental restoration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S992/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S992","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506127,"bill_number":"S993","title":"Relative to the health care work force center","description":"For legislation relative to health care work force centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S993/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S993","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506128,"bill_number":"S994","title":"Relative to management of early childhood caries","description":"For legislation relative to the enhanced management of early childhood caries among MassHealth patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S994/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S994","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506129,"bill_number":"S995","title":"Authorizing certain pharmacy interns to administer immunizations","description":"For legislation to authorize certain pharmacy interns to administer immunizations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2127","last_action_date":"2014-12-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S995/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S995","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506130,"bill_number":"S996","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"For legislation relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2080","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S996/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S996","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506131,"bill_number":"S997","title":"Relative to body art and body piercing regulation","description":"For legislation relative to body art and body piercing regulation. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S998/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S998","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506133,"bill_number":"S999","title":"Relative to responsible counseling","description":"For legislation relative to the responsible counseling of pregnant women. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S999/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S999","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":506134,"bill_number":"S1000","title":"Restricting medical prescriptions filing personnel","description":"For legislation to restrict the filing of prescriptions to medical personnel. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1000/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1000","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":506135,"bill_number":"S1001","title":"To conduct a comprehensive study of oral injuries in school sports","description":"For legislation to conduct a comprehensive study of oral injuries in school sports. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1010/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1010","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506145,"bill_number":"S1011","title":"Prohibiting the participation of health care professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners","description":"For legislation to prohibit the participation of health care professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1012/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1012","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506147,"bill_number":"S1013","title":"Prohibiting clinical laboratory self-referrals","description":"For legislation to prohibit clinical laboratory self-referrals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1932","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1013/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1013","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506148,"bill_number":"S1014","title":"Relative to medication administration in nursing homes","description":"For legislation to administer medication in nursing homes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1014/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1014","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506149,"bill_number":"S1015","title":"Relative to prescription drug distribution","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug distribution. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanying a new draft, see S1776","last_action_date":"2013-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1015/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1015","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506150,"bill_number":"S1016","title":"Concerning environmentally preferable cleaning supplies.","description":"For legislation relative to environmentally preferable cleaning supplies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2066","last_action_date":"2013-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1016/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1016","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506151,"bill_number":"S1017","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation to close hospital essential services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2074","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1017/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1017","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506152,"bill_number":"S1018","title":"To reduce preventable hospital readmissions","description":"For legislation relative to preventable hospital readmissions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1018/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1018","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506153,"bill_number":"S1019","title":"Relative to recreational camps for children","description":"For legislation relative to recreational camps for children. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1019/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1019","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506155,"bill_number":"S1020","title":"Relative to maternity patient rights","description":"For legislation relative to maternity patient rights. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1020/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1020","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506156,"bill_number":"S1021","title":"To increase access to vaccines","description":"For legislation to increase access to vaccines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1021/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1021","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506157,"bill_number":"S1022","title":"To ensure quality, affordability and access to primary and preventive health care, to eliminate health disparities, and to enhance economic growth throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a state health service corps within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to ensure the quality, affordability and access to primary and preventive health care throughout the Commonwealth . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1022/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1022","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506158,"bill_number":"S1023","title":"Expanding the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program to include private schools","description":"For legislation to expand the interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program to include private schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3806","last_action_date":"2013-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1023/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1023","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506159,"bill_number":"S1024","title":"To protect crime victims exposed to the AIDS virus and infectious hepatitis","description":"For legislation to protect crime victims exposed to the AIDS virus and infectious hepatitis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S988","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1024/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1024","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506160,"bill_number":"S1025","title":"Relative to nursing education faculty to student ratios","description":"For legislation relative to faculty to student ratios in nursing education . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1025/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1025","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506161,"bill_number":"S1026","title":"Requiring informed consent to the use of dental amalgam which contains mercury in dental procedures","description":"For legislation relative to informed consent to the use of dental amalgam . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1026/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1026","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506162,"bill_number":"S1027","title":"To prevent sudden cardiac arrest","description":"For legislation to prevent sudden cardiac arrest . Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1027/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1027","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506163,"bill_number":"S1028","title":"To prohibit smoking in a multi-unit residence where an inhabitant uses oxygen","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in a multi-unit residence where an inhabitant uses oxygen. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1028/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1028","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506164,"bill_number":"S1029","title":"Relative to prescription drug adverse event reporting.","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug adverse event reporting. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1817","last_action_date":"2013-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1029/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1029","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506165,"bill_number":"S1030","title":"Relative to the implementation date of a medical marijuana program","description":"For legislation relative to the implementation date of a medical marijuana program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1030/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1030","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506166,"bill_number":"S1031","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana program","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1031/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1031","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506167,"bill_number":"S1032","title":"Relative to the in-office sales of medical devices and products","description":"For legislation relative to the in-office sales of medical devices and products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2272","last_action_date":"2014-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1032/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1032","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506168,"bill_number":"S1033","title":"Relative to the signing of death certificates","description":"For legislation relative to the signing of death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1033/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1033","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506170,"bill_number":"S1034","title":"Relative to funerals","description":"For legislation relative to funerals and food and beverage service. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1034/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1034","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506171,"bill_number":"S1035","title":"Relative to truth in advertising","description":"For legislation relative to truth in advertising. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1035/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1035","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506172,"bill_number":"S1036","title":"To promote urinary incontinence health management","description":"For legislation to promote urinary incontinence health management. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1036/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1036","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506173,"bill_number":"S1037","title":"To clarify the site assignment process","description":"For legislation to clarify the site assignment process. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1037/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1037","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506174,"bill_number":"S1038","title":"To encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care","description":"For legislation to encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1038/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1038","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506176,"bill_number":"S1039","title":"Relative to podiatrists performing surgery","description":"For legislation relative to podiatrists performing surgery. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1039/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1039","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506177,"bill_number":"S1040","title":"To authorize the dispensing of compounded prescriptions for office and institutional settings without patient- specific prescriptions","description":"For legislation to authorize the dispensing of compounded prescriptions for office and institutional settings without patient- specific prescriptions. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1042/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1042","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506180,"bill_number":"S1043","title":"Relative to restroom accommodations in family restaurants","description":"For legislation relative to restroom accommodations in family restaurants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1043/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1043","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506181,"bill_number":"S1044","title":"Relative to health care providers and first responders education.","description":"For legislation relative to health care providers and first responders education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S988","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1044/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1044","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506182,"bill_number":"S1045","title":"Codifying the Hepatitis C program.","description":"For legislation to codify the Hepatitis C program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2021","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1045/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1045","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506183,"bill_number":"S1046","title":"Providing for disclosure of certain information relating to tobacco products sold in the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation to provide for disclosure of certain information relating to tobacco products sold in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1046/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1046","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506184,"bill_number":"S1047","title":"To prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices.","description":"For legislation relative to protecting hospital and community health center patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1047/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1047","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506185,"bill_number":"S1048","title":"Relative to Acute-care hospitals","description":"For legislation relative to Acute-care hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2075","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1048/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1048","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506186,"bill_number":"S1049","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in schools","description":"For legislation requiring automated external defibrillators in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2237","last_action_date":"2014-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1049/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1049","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506187,"bill_number":"S1050","title":"To reduce health care costs by promoting evidence-based prescriber education","description":"For legislation to reduce health care costs by promoting evidence-based prescriber education. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1051/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1051","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506189,"bill_number":"S1052","title":"To restore integrity in the marketing of pharmaceutical products and medical devices","description":"For legislation to restore integrity in the marketing of pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1052/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1052","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506190,"bill_number":"S1053","title":"Relative to the further regulation of pharmacies","description":"For legislation to further regulate pharmacies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H3548","last_action_date":"2013-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1053/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1053","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506191,"bill_number":"S1054","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1054/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1054","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506192,"bill_number":"S1055","title":"Relative to other tobacco products","description":"For legislation relative to restricting the marketing of other tobacco products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1055/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1055","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506193,"bill_number":"S1056","title":"Relative to healthy schools","description":"For legislation relative to healthy cleaning products in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2066","last_action_date":"2013-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1056/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1056","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506194,"bill_number":"S1057","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Project","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimers Project. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2078","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1057/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1057","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506195,"bill_number":"S1058","title":"Relative to the protection of victim's rights and the public health","description":"For legislation to the protect victim's rights and the public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S988","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1058/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1058","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506196,"bill_number":"S1059","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"For legislation relative to food labeling of fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1059/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1059","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506197,"bill_number":"S1060","title":"Adopting the nurse licensure compact","description":"For legislation to adopt the nurse licensure compact. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1065/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1065","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506204,"bill_number":"S1066","title":"Relative to patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to patient safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1066/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1066","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506205,"bill_number":"S1067","title":"Relative to patient, medical intern, and resident-physician safety and protection","description":"For legislation relative to safe work hours for physicians in training and protection of patients. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1073/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1073","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506212,"bill_number":"S1074","title":"Requiring hospitals to notify patients of physician discipline","description":"For legislation to require hospitals to notify patients of physician discipline. 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Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2114","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1075/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1075","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506214,"bill_number":"S1076","title":"To promote the elimination of waste in certain state facilities","description":"For legislation to promote the elimination of waste in certain state facilities. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2266","last_action_date":"2014-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1178","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506324,"bill_number":"S1179","title":"To allow citizens possession of non-lethal protection","description":"For legislation to allow citizens possession of non-lethal protection. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1868","last_action_date":"2013-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1181/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1181","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506327,"bill_number":"S1182","title":"Relative to hoisting in-service training programs and short-term rental entities","description":"For legislation relative to hoisting in-service training programs and short-term rental entities. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2174","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1184/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1184","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506330,"bill_number":"S1185","title":"Relative to the recreational tramway board","description":"For legislation relative to the recreational tramway board. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1343/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1343","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":506500,"bill_number":"S1344","title":"Extending the investment tax credit to all corporations.","description":"For legislation to extend the investment tax credit to all corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1344","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506501,"bill_number":"S1345","title":"To abolish the sting tax.","description":"For legislation to abolish the sting tax. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1349/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1349","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506506,"bill_number":"S1350","title":"Relative to the selection and use of plastic carryout bags in certain stores","description":"For legislation to impose an excise on the use of plastic carryout bags in certain stores. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1377/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1377","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506536,"bill_number":"S1378","title":"Establishing a health care electronic prescribing tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a health care electronic prescribing tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1378/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1378","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506537,"bill_number":"S1379","title":"Granting property tax relief to seniors","description":"For legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1379/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1379","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506538,"bill_number":"S1380","title":"Promoting construction growth","description":"For legislation to promote construction growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1380/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1380","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506539,"bill_number":"S1381","title":"Promoting the use of electric vehicles","description":"For legislation to promote the use of electric vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1381/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1381","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506540,"bill_number":"S1382","title":"Providing for certain senior citizen tax relief","description":"For legislation to provide for certain senior citizen tax relief. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2111","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1384/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1384","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506543,"bill_number":"S1385","title":"Relative to the assessment of local taxes","description":"For legislation relative to assessment of local taxes. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1551/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1551","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506718,"bill_number":"S1552","title":"Relative to reforming the regulatory process","description":"For legislation to reform the regulatory process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1552/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1552","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506719,"bill_number":"S1553","title":"To promote contract efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote contract efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1553/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1553","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506720,"bill_number":"S1554","title":"Relative to the electrical oversight of the convention center","description":"For legislation relative to the electrical oversight of the convention center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1554/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1554","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506721,"bill_number":"S1555","title":"Relative to the electrical oversight of the Saltonstall Building","description":"For legislation relative to the electrical oversight of the Saltonstall Building. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1555/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1555","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506722,"bill_number":"S1556","title":"Relative to price adjustment","description":"For legislation relative to price adjustment. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1556/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1556","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506723,"bill_number":"S1557","title":"Recognizing the profession of interior designers to bid on state contracts","description":"For legislation to recognize the profession of interior designers to bid on state contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2832","last_action_date":"2013-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1557/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1557","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506725,"bill_number":"S1558","title":"Relative to public construction reform","description":"For legislation relative to public construction reform. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1558/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1558","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506726,"bill_number":"S1559","title":"Relative to public records","description":"For legislation relative to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1559","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506727,"bill_number":"S1560","title":"Designating and transferring certain land in the towns of Norfolk and Walpole for conservation, open space, water supply protection, and recreational purposes.","description":"For legislation to designate and transfer certain land in the towns of Norfolk and Walpole for conservation, open space, water supply protection, and recreational purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1936","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1560/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1560","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506728,"bill_number":"S1561","title":"Relative honoring those killed in the line of duty","description":"For legislation relative honoring those killed in the line of duty. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1469","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1561/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1561","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506729,"bill_number":"S1562","title":"Relative to the appointment of executive secretaries","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of executive secretaries. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1562/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1562","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":506730,"bill_number":"S1563","title":"To create an annual Service and Volunteerism Day","description":"For legislation to create an annual Service and Volunteerism day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2071","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1563/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1563","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506731,"bill_number":"S1564","title":"Requiring the disclosure of energy usage data","description":"For legislation to require distribution companies to make individual building energy use history available to the general public. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1564/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1564","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506732,"bill_number":"S1565","title":"Requiring the timely adoption of greenhouse gas emission limits for the year 2030","description":"For legislation relative to greenhouse gas emission limits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2085","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1565/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1565","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506733,"bill_number":"S1566","title":"Requiring utilities to provide energy use data","description":"For legislation to require utilities to provide energy use data. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1566/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1566","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506734,"bill_number":"S1567","title":"Relative to certain utility rates","description":"For legislation relative to certain utility rates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1567/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1567","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506735,"bill_number":"S1568","title":"Relative to the sale of heating oil","description":"For legislation to sell heating oil. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1568/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1568","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506737,"bill_number":"S1569","title":"Relative to electric utility ratepayer credit","description":"For legislation relative to electric utility ratepayer credit. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1569/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1569","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506738,"bill_number":"S1570","title":"Relative to injury caused by poles.","description":"For legislation relative to injury caused by poles, wires, cables and apparatus. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1570/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1570","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506739,"bill_number":"S1571","title":"Relative to wireless carrier contracts","description":"For legislation relative to wireless carrier contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1571/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1571","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506741,"bill_number":"S1572","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4152","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1572/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1572","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506742,"bill_number":"S1573","title":"An Act improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"For legislation to promote energy efficient lighting, conserve energy, regulate outdoor night lighting, and reduce light pollution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2041","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1573/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1573","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506743,"bill_number":"S1574","title":"Relative to affordable housing energy efficiency","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing energy efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1574","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":506744,"bill_number":"S1575","title":"Regarding community access to energy efficiency programs and green jobs","description":"For legislation relative to community access to energy efficiency programs and green jobs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1575","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"}, {"bill_id":506745,"bill_number":"S1576","title":"Relative to the failure to remove existing poles","description":"For legislation relative to the failure to remove existing poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2945","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1576","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506746,"bill_number":"S1577","title":"Regulating the sale of telephone transmission lines","description":"For legislation to regulate the sale of telephone transmission lines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1577","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506747,"bill_number":"S1578","title":"Relative to service quality standards","description":"For legislation relative to service quality standards for telephone and telegraph companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1578","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506748,"bill_number":"S1579","title":"Further promoting electric vehicles","description":"For legislation to further promote electric vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1579","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506749,"bill_number":"S1580","title":"Relative to natural gas leaks","description":"For legislation relative to natural gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1580/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1580","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506750,"bill_number":"S1581","title":"Relative to the ownership of electric meters","description":"For legislation relative to the ownership of electric meters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1581/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1581","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506751,"bill_number":"S1582","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1582/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1582","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506752,"bill_number":"S1583","title":"Relative to renewable energy portfolio standards","description":"For legislation relative to renewable energy portfolio standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1583/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1583","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506753,"bill_number":"S1584","title":"Creating a grant program for municipal and regional energy efficiency managers","description":"For legislation to create a grant program for municipal energy efficiency officers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1584/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1584","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506754,"bill_number":"S1585","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants","description":"For legislation relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4152","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1585/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1585","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506755,"bill_number":"S1586","title":"Further promoting energy efficiency and green jobs","description":"For legislation to further promote energy efficiency and green jobs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2025","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1586/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1586","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506756,"bill_number":"S1587","title":"Promoting zero net-energy buildings in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote zero net-energy buildings in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1587/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1587","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506757,"bill_number":"S1588","title":"Updating the bottle bill","description":"For legislation to update the bottle bill . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1588/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1588","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506758,"bill_number":"S1589","title":"Relative to water meter testing fees","description":"For legislation relative to water meter testing fees. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2086","last_action_date":"2014-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1589/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1589","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506759,"bill_number":"S1590","title":"Relative to expedited permitting for energy efficient buildings","description":"For legislation relative to expedited permitting for energy efficient buildings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1590/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1590","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506760,"bill_number":"S1591","title":"Relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects","description":"For legislation relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1591/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1591","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506761,"bill_number":"S1592","title":"Relative to a microgrid pilot program","description":"For legislation relative to a microgrid pilot program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1592/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1592","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506762,"bill_number":"S1593","title":"Relative to credit for thermal energy generated with renewable fuels","description":"For legislation relative to credit for thermal energy generated with renewable fuels. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1970","last_action_date":"2014-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1593/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1593","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":506763,"bill_number":"S1594","title":"Relative to promoting the safe operation of utility vaults","description":"For legislation to promote the safe operation of utility vaults. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1594/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1594","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506764,"bill_number":"S1595","title":"Relative to street lighting","description":"For legislation relative to street lighting. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H2949","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1595/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1595","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506765,"bill_number":"S1596","title":"Relative to promoting safety by making gas gate boxes easily accessible to gas company service employees and emergency public service personnel","description":"For legislation relative to promoting safety by making gas gate boxes easily accessible to gas company service employees and emergency public service personnel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1596/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1596","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506766,"bill_number":"S1597","title":"Relative to the monitoring of natural gas","description":"For legislation to monitor natural gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1597/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1597","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506767,"bill_number":"S1598","title":"To Improve Recycling","description":"For legislation to Improve Recycling. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1598/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1598","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506768,"bill_number":"S1599","title":"Relative to on-site combined heat and power facilities","description":"For legislation relative to on-site combined heat and power facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1599/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1599","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506769,"bill_number":"S1600","title":"Relative to competition and municipalization","description":"For legislation to regulate the establishment of municipal lighting plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1600/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1600","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":506770,"bill_number":"S1601","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1601/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1601","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506771,"bill_number":"S1602","title":"Promoting transparency in electric bill","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in electric bills. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1602/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1602","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506772,"bill_number":"S1603","title":"Establishing a renewable energy investment commission","description":"For legislation to create the renewable energy investment act. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1603/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1603","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506773,"bill_number":"S1604","title":"Relieving the adverse effects of wind energy development","description":"For legislation to relieve the adverse effects of wind energy development. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1604/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1604","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506774,"bill_number":"S1605","title":"Relative to the bottle bill","description":"For legislation relative to expansion of the Bottle Bill. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1605","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506775,"bill_number":"S1606","title":"Relative to recovery","description":"For legislation relative to recovery. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3926","last_action_date":"2014-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1606","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506776,"bill_number":"S1607","title":"To create a Repower Massachusetts Emergency Task Force","description":"For legislation to create a Repower Massachusetts Emergency Task Force. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1607","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506777,"bill_number":"S1608","title":"Regulating utility customer service","description":"For legislation relative to regulate utility costumer service. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1608","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506778,"bill_number":"S1609","title":"To reestablish the former DEQE/DEP water meter modernization grant program.","description":"For legislation to reestablish the water meter modernization grant program administered by the Department of Environmental Protection. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1609","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":506779,"bill_number":"S1610","title":"Relative to establish steam utility energy efficiency standards","description":"For legislation to establish steam utility energy efficiency standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1610/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1610","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":506780,"bill_number":"S1611","title":"Relative to the qualification of inspectors of wire and assist nspectors of wire employed by a city or town","description":"For legislation relative to the qualification of inspectors of wire and assist nspectors of wire employed by a city or town. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2210","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1611/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1611","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":506781,"bill_number":"S1612","title":"To allow web posting of telephone rates","description":"For legislation to allow greater responsiveness of telephone rates to consumer demand. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2228","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1612/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1612","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506782,"bill_number":"S1613","title":"Relative to home energy efficiency","description":"For legislation relative to home energy efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1613/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1613","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":506783,"bill_number":"S1614","title":"Relative to the redemption of beverage containers","description":"For legislation relative to the redemption of beverage containers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1614/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1614","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":506785,"bill_number":"S1615","title":"Relative to community liaisons","description":"For legislation relative to community liaisons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2024","last_action_date":"2014-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1615","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":506786,"bill_number":"S1616","title":"Relative to reusable beverage containers","description":"For legislation relative to reusable beverage containers . Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4317","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1616/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1616","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506787,"bill_number":"S1617","title":"Establishing a cell phone users' bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a cell phone users bill of rights. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1617/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1617","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506788,"bill_number":"S1618","title":"Further defining water dependent uses","description":"For legislation to further define water dependent uses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1618/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1618","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506789,"bill_number":"S1619","title":"Relative to an energy pilot program","description":"For legislation relative to an energy pilot program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1619/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1619","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506790,"bill_number":"S1620","title":"Relative to the safety and protection of utility work and construction sites","description":"For legislation relative to the safety and protection of utility work and construction sites. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2151","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1620","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506791,"bill_number":"S1621","title":"Relative to the safety and maintenance of gas shut-off valves","description":"For legislation relative to the safety and maintenance of gas shut-off valves. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2013-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1621/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1621","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506792,"bill_number":"S1622","title":"Designating Rex Trailer as the official cowboy of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate Rex Trailer as the official cowboy of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-04-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1622/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1622","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"}, {"bill_id":506795,"bill_number":"S1623","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics . 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Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1624","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"}, {"bill_id":506797,"bill_number":"S1625","title":"Relative to establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists","description":"For legislation to establish a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2191","last_action_date":"2014-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1625/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1625","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506798,"bill_number":"S1626","title":"Relating to the treatment of elephants.","description":"For legislation relative to the treatment of elephants. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2050","last_action_date":"2014-03-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1626/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1626","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506799,"bill_number":"S1627","title":"Designating volleyball as the offical recreational and team sport of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate volleyball as the offical recreational and team sport of massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 208 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1627","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506800,"bill_number":"S1628","title":"To improve the promotion of tourism throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve the promotion of tourism throughout the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2191","last_action_date":"2014-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1628/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1628","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506801,"bill_number":"S1629","title":"Creating the official shellfish of the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation to make the quahog the official shellfish of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1629/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1629","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506802,"bill_number":"S1630","title":"Protecting the commercial value of artists, entertainers, and other notable personalities","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of the commercial value of artists, entertainers, and other notable personalities. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2022","last_action_date":"2014-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1630","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":506803,"bill_number":"S1631","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts cultural trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts cultural trust fund. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2191","last_action_date":"2014-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1631","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":506805,"bill_number":"S1632","title":"Relative to tourism collaboration","description":"For legislation relative to tourism collaboration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2191","last_action_date":"2014-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1632","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506806,"bill_number":"S1633","title":"Relative to the definition of a cultural facility","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of a cultural facility. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1624","last_action_date":"2014-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1633/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1633","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506807,"bill_number":"S1634","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates.","description":"For legislation to authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1634","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":506808,"bill_number":"S1635","title":"To promote environmentally sound transportation of agricultural products","description":"For legislation to promote environmentally sound transportation of agricultural products. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 498 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1635","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":506809,"bill_number":"S1636","title":"Reducing permitted idling times","description":"For legislation relative to reducing permitted idling times for certain motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1636","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506810,"bill_number":"S1637","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1637","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506811,"bill_number":"S1638","title":"Relative to driver's licenses","description":"For legislation relative to driver's licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1638/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1638","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506812,"bill_number":"S1639","title":"To protect vulnerable road users","description":"For legislation to protect vulnerable road users. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1639/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1639","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506813,"bill_number":"S1640","title":"To protect bicyclists in bicycle lanes","description":"For legislation to protect bicyclists in bicycle lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1640/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1640","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":506814,"bill_number":"S1641","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1641/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1641","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":506815,"bill_number":"S1642","title":"To voluntarily provide certain medical information on drivers licenses","description":"For legislation to provide certain medical information on drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1642/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1642","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506816,"bill_number":"S1643","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle license suspension. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1643/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1643","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506817,"bill_number":"S1644","title":"Relative to traffic safety","description":"For legislation relative to traffic safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1644/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1644","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"}, {"bill_id":506818,"bill_number":"S1645","title":"Relative to safely passing on the left","description":"For legislation relative to safely passing on the left. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1645/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1645","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":506819,"bill_number":"S1646","title":"Relative to transportation investment, regional fairness, and accountability to state policies","description":"For legislation relative to transportation improvements in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1646/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1646","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":506820,"bill_number":"S1647","title":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices","description":"For legislation relative to hands free cell phone devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1836","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1647/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1647","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":506821,"bill_number":"S1648","title":"To regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1654/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1654","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506828,"bill_number":"S1655","title":"Establishing a more equitable public transit fare structure","description":"For legislation to establish a more equitable public transit fare structure. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1655/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1655","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506829,"bill_number":"S1656","title":"Relative to the state highway route 116 scenic byway corridor","description":"For legislation to amend the state highway route 116 scenic byway. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1657/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1657","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506831,"bill_number":"S1658","title":"Relative to MassDOT specifications.","description":"For legislation relative to MassDOT project specifications. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1658/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1658","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506832,"bill_number":"S1659","title":"To provide concurrent police authority for Massachusetts Port Authority properties","description":"For legislation to provide concurrent police authority for Massachusetts Port Authority properties. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1661/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1661","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506836,"bill_number":"S1662","title":"To allow hybrid and alternate fuel vehicles in hov-designated highway lanes.","description":"For legislation to allow hybrid and alternate fuel vehicles in hov-designated highway lanes. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1663/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1663","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506838,"bill_number":"S1664","title":"To regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles.","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of unmanned aerial vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1664/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1664","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":506839,"bill_number":"S1665","title":"Eliminating the use of capital funds for operating and personnel expenses","description":"For legislation to eliminate the use of capital funds for operating and personnel expenses. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1670/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1670","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506845,"bill_number":"S1671","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a highway noise study in Quincy","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Transportation to conduct a highway noise study in Quincy. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1671/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1671","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":506846,"bill_number":"S1672","title":"Relative to the Save Our Children’s Sight Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Save Our Children's Sight Fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4449","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1672/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1672","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506847,"bill_number":"S1673","title":"Authorizing the department of highways to include mileage markers on hospital signs","description":"For legislation to include mileage markers on hospital signs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1673/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1673","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"}, {"bill_id":506848,"bill_number":"S1674","title":"Relative to the junior operator penalties.","description":"For legislation relative to the junior operator penalties. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1674/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1674","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506849,"bill_number":"S1675","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Easthampton as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Easthampton as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1675/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1675","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506850,"bill_number":"S1676","title":"Relative to proper notification of license renewal","description":"For legislation to mandate that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles provide written notice of motor vehicle license expiration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1676/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1676","sponsor":"Michael Knapik"}, {"bill_id":506851,"bill_number":"S1677","title":"To promote and advance motorcycle safety.","description":"For legislation to promote and and advance motorcycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2324","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1677/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1677","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506852,"bill_number":"S1678","title":"Relative to Gold Star Family vanity registration plates.","description":"For legislation relative to Gold Star Family vanity registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1678/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1678","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506853,"bill_number":"S1679","title":"Relative to vehicle idling","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle idling. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1679/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1679","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506854,"bill_number":"S1680","title":"Provide for an air bag on-off switch to ensure safety to women, children and individuals with medical conditions.","description":"For legislation to provide for an air bag on-off switch to ensure safety to women, children and individuals with medical conditions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1680/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1680","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506855,"bill_number":"S1681","title":"Facilitating the completion of the New Bedford/Fall River commuter rail extension project.","description":"For legislation to facilitate the completion of the New Bedford/Fall River commuter rail extension project. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1681/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1681","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506856,"bill_number":"S1682","title":"To prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S1836","last_action_date":"2013-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1682/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1682","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506857,"bill_number":"S1683","title":"Relative to designating Route 18 in New Bedford to honor the Edward M. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1684/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1684","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506859,"bill_number":"S1685","title":"Relative propane powered vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to propane powered vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1685/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1685","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":506860,"bill_number":"S1686","title":"Authorizing the Department of Transportation to install certain signs","description":"For legislation to authorize he Massachusetts Highway Department to install certain signs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1686/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1686","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506861,"bill_number":"S1687","title":"Clarifying the definition of commercial motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of commercial motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2213","last_action_date":"2014-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1687/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1687","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506863,"bill_number":"S1688","title":"Relative to drowsy driving","description":"For legislation relative to drowsy driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1688/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1688","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506864,"bill_number":"S1689","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registrations","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle registrations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1689/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1689","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506865,"bill_number":"S1690","title":"Relative to funeral processions","description":"For legislation relative to funeral processions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1690/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1690","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506866,"bill_number":"S1691","title":"Relative to lawful presence","description":"For legislation relative to lawful presence. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1691/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1691","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506868,"bill_number":"S1692","title":"Designating a Gold Star Highway","description":"For legislation to designate a Gold Star Highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2186","last_action_date":"2014-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1692/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1692","sponsor":"Therese Murray"}, {"bill_id":506869,"bill_number":"S1693","title":"Relative to the transportation of individuals seated in wheelchairs","description":"For legislation relative to the transportation of individuals seated in wheelchairs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1693/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1693","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506870,"bill_number":"S1694","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Raynham as the Cpl Brian Oliveira Bridge.","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Raynham as the Cpl. Brian Oliveira Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1694/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1694","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506871,"bill_number":"S1695","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses.","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of school children. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1695/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1695","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506872,"bill_number":"S1696","title":"To require restroom breaks for public transit","description":"For legislation relative to restroom breaks for public transit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1696/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1696","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":506873,"bill_number":"S1697","title":"Relative to noncriminal disposition of parking violations","description":"For legislation relative to noncriminal disposition of parking violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1697/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1697","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"}, {"bill_id":506874,"bill_number":"S1698","title":"Relative to do not resuscitate registration","description":"For legislation to register do-not-resuscitate orders when applying for a license. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1698/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1698","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506875,"bill_number":"S1699","title":"Enhancing local road construction","description":"For legislation to enhance local road construction and speed limits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1699/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1699","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":506876,"bill_number":"S1700","title":"Relative to disabled veterans","description":"For legislation relative to disabled veterans . Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1700/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1700","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506877,"bill_number":"S1701","title":"Relative to a Massachusetts Fallen Heroes license plate","description":"For legislation relative to a Massachusetts Fallen Heroes license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1701/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1701","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506878,"bill_number":"S1702","title":"To grant authority to the secretary of the executive office of transportation and public works to charge and collect tolls at the borders of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to grant authority to the secretary of the executive office of transportation and public works to charge and collect tolls at the borders of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1702/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1702","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506879,"bill_number":"S1703","title":"To provide greater protection in registry of motor vehicle hearings","description":"For legislation to provide greater protection in registry of motor vehicle hearings. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1703/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1703","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506880,"bill_number":"S1704","title":"Freezing the tolls on the Massachusetts turnpike and the metropolitan highway system","description":"For legislation to freeze the tolls on the Massachusetts turnpike and the metropolitan highway system. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1706/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1706","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506884,"bill_number":"S1707","title":"Providing for public input into public transit decisions","description":"For legislation to provide for public input into public transit decisions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1707/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1707","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":506885,"bill_number":"S1708","title":"Increasing protection against drivers under the influence of drugs.","description":"For legislation to increase protection against drivers under the influence of drugs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1708/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1708","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506886,"bill_number":"S1709","title":"Promoting road safety","description":"Bill Title: An Act promoting road safety By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr, Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and Robert L. Hedlund for legislaton to promote road safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1709/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1709","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506887,"bill_number":"S1710","title":"Relative to increasing the civil fines and financial responsibilities and criminal penalties of motorists who violate the right of way of other motorists, motorcyclists, bicyclists and/or pedestrians, resulting in serious bodily injury and/or death","description":"For legislation to increase the civil fines and penalities of motorists who violate the right of way of other motorists. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1710/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1710","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506888,"bill_number":"S1711","title":"Relative to special veterans plates","description":"For legislation relative to special veterans plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1711/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1711","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506889,"bill_number":"S1712","title":"To enhance the license plate system of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to enhance the license plate system of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1712/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1712","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506890,"bill_number":"S1713","title":"To include Federal Law Enforcement Officers as police officers","description":"For legislation to include Federal Law Enforcement Officers as police officers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1713/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1713","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506891,"bill_number":"S1714","title":"Relative to boat registration","description":"For legislation relative to boat registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4450","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1714/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1714","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506892,"bill_number":"S1715","title":"Relative to commercial fees","description":"For legislation relative to commercial fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1715/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1715","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":506893,"bill_number":"S1716","title":"Establishing a distinctive registration plate supporting public schools","description":"For legislation to establish a distinctive registration plate supporting public schools. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1716/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1716","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506894,"bill_number":"S1717","title":"To provide for the issuance of a distinctive registration plate for congenital heart defects research and treatment.","description":"For legislation to provide for the issuance of a distinctive registration plate for congenital heart defects research and treatment. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1717/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1717","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506895,"bill_number":"S1718","title":"Providing for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians","description":"For legislation to provide for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1718/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1718","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506896,"bill_number":"S1719","title":"Relative to educational requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licensees","description":"For legislation relative to education requirements for class 2 motor vehicle licensees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1719/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1719","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506897,"bill_number":"S1720","title":"Relative to the expansion of charitable license plates.","description":"For legislation relative to the expansion of charitable license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1720/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1720","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506898,"bill_number":"S1721","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1721/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1721","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506899,"bill_number":"S1722","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"For legislation relative to high speed chases. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1722/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1722","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506900,"bill_number":"S1723","title":"Relative to the use of road flaggers and police details on public works projects","description":"For legislation relative to the use of road flaggers and police details on public works projects. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1723/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1723","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":506901,"bill_number":"S1724","title":"Establishing a pilot program for traffic violation monitoring system","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for traffic violation monitoring system. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1724/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1724","sponsor":"James Welch"}, {"bill_id":506902,"bill_number":"S1725","title":"Relative to veteran's benefits for surviving spouses.","description":"For legislation relative to veteran's benefits for surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1725/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1725","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":506903,"bill_number":"S1726","title":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans","description":"For legislation relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1726/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1726","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":506904,"bill_number":"S1727","title":"Resolutions calling on Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions calling on Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge and Jason M. Lewis for the adoption of resolutions calling on Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1727/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1727","sponsor":"James Eldridge"}, {"bill_id":506905,"bill_number":"S1728","title":"To provide for the furnishing of suitable flag holders and United States flags for the graves of veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States for the marking and designation of the graves for memorial purposes; and to provide a penalty for the removal or destruction of the flag holders and the United States flags when placed.","description":"For legislation to provide suitable flags for the graves of veterans who served in the armed forces. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1728/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1728","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":506906,"bill_number":"S1729","title":"Relative to appointing veterans' agents and veterans' service officers.","description":"For legislation relative to appointing veterans' agents and veterans' service officers. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1729/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1729","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506907,"bill_number":"S1730","title":"Relative to burial benefits of veterans.","description":"For legislation relative to burial benefits of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1730/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1730","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506908,"bill_number":"S1731","title":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1731/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1731","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506909,"bill_number":"S1732","title":"To allow veterans leave to attend VA medical appointments","description":"For legislation to allow veterans leave to attend VA medical appointments. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1732/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1732","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506910,"bill_number":"S1733","title":"Prohibiting certain disruptions at military funerals and other services","description":"For legislation to prohibiting certain disruptions at military funerals and other services. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1733/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1733","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506911,"bill_number":"S1734","title":"Relative to public housing determination for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to public housing determination for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1734/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1734","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506912,"bill_number":"S1735","title":"To establish a military service scholarship program","description":"For legislation to establish a military service scholarship program. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1735/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1735","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506913,"bill_number":"S1736","title":"Relative to veteran discrimination.","description":"For legislation relative to veteran’s discrimination. . Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1736/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1736","sponsor":"John Hart"}, {"bill_id":506914,"bill_number":"S1737","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts GI bill to provide tuition and fee waivers for National Guard members and veterans.","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts GI bill to provide tuition and fee waivers for National Guard members and veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1737/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1737","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506915,"bill_number":"S1738","title":"Relative to certain benefits for surviving spouses while a surviving child serves in the armed forces.","description":"For legislation relative to certain benefits for surviving spouses while a surviving child serves in the armed forces. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1738/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1738","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506916,"bill_number":"S1739","title":"Relative to workers compensation for veterans.","description":"For legislation relative to workers compensation for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1739/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1739","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":506917,"bill_number":"S1740","title":"Relative to veteran charity fraud","description":"For legislation relative to veteran charity fraud. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1740/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1740","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"}, {"bill_id":506918,"bill_number":"S1741","title":"Relative to the observation of Veterans Day","description":"For legislation relative to the observation of Veterans Day. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1741/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1741","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506919,"bill_number":"S1742","title":"Relative to veteran-owned small businesses","description":"For legislation to establish a service-disabled veteran-owned small business procurement program for state contracts and purchasing. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1742/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1742","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506920,"bill_number":"S1743","title":"Relative to certified veterans agents","description":"For legislation relative to veterans agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1743/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1743","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":506921,"bill_number":"S1744","title":"Relative to veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from the payment of fees for use of recreational facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2167","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1744/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1744","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":506922,"bill_number":"S1745","title":"Relative to custody of children by persons on military service overseas","description":"For legislation relative to custody of children by persons on military service overseas. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1745/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1745","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506923,"bill_number":"S1746","title":"Relative to the Train Vets to Treat Vets Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Train Vets to Treat Vets Fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1746/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1746","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506924,"bill_number":"S1747","title":"Relative to the certification of veterans service officers and agents","description":"For legislation relative to the certification of veterans service officers and agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1747/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1747","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506925,"bill_number":"S1748","title":"Relative to the veteran status of certain officials","description":"For legislation relative to the veteran status of certain officials. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1748/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1748","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506926,"bill_number":"S1749","title":"Relative to the term \"Gold Star\" and for related purposes","description":"For legislation relative to the term \"Gold Star\" and for related purposes. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2186","last_action_date":"2014-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1749/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1749","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":506927,"bill_number":"S1750","title":"Resolutions Budget for All","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions Budget for All By Mr. Wolf, a petition of Daniel A. Wolf, James B. Eldridge, William N. Brownsberger, Michael Barrett and other members of the General Court for the adoption of resolutions to amend the federal budget. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1750/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1750","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"}, {"bill_id":506928,"bill_number":"S1751","title":"Resolve relative to the reimbursement of Chester Gorski","description":"For legislation to reimburse Chester Gorski. Senate Ways and Means .","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1751/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1751","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":506932,"bill_number":"S1472","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"For legislation relative to state contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1472/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1472","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506933,"bill_number":"S1471","title":"Relative to Public Safety Memorials","description":"For legislation relative to Public Safety Memorials. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1471/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1471","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506934,"bill_number":"S1470","title":"Upholding bidding integrity in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to uphold bidding integrity in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1470/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1470","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":506935,"bill_number":"S888","title":"Relative to workers' compensation prospective loss cost","description":"For legislation relative to workers' compensation prospective loss cost. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S888/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S888","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506936,"bill_number":"S887","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"For legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S887/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S887","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506938,"bill_number":"S886","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"For legislation relative to certain independent contractors under the labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4446","last_action_date":"2014-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S886/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S886","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":506939,"bill_number":"S310","title":"To establish sticky voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth.","description":"For legislation to establish permanent voter registration for registered voters who move within the Commonwealth. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4145","last_action_date":"2014-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S310/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S310","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":506940,"bill_number":"S309","title":"Resolutions urging the Census Bureau to provide redistricting data that counts prisoners in a manner consistent with the principles of “One Person, One Vote.”","description":"Resolution Title: Resolutions urging the Census Bureau to provide redistricting data that counts prisoners in a manner consistent with the principles of “One Person, One Vote.” By Ms. Chang-Diaz, a petition of Sonia Chang-Diaz and Thomas M. Stanley for the adoption of resolutions urging the Census Bureau to provide redistricting data and the counting incarerated persons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S309/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S309","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"}, {"bill_id":506941,"bill_number":"S308","title":"Relative to psychotropic medications","description":"For legislation relative to psychotropic medications. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied S303","last_action_date":"2013-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S308/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S308","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":508782,"bill_number":"H3228","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Billy Ray Hawkins, Jr. as a firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"Relative to the appointment of Billy Ray Hawkins, Jr., as a fire fighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 303 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3228/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3228","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"}, {"bill_id":508806,"bill_number":"H3227","title":"Authorizing the appointment of William M. Cowl, Jr. as a firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"Relative to the appointment of William M. Cowl, Jr., as a fire fighter in the city of Haverhill, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3227/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3227","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"}, {"bill_id":508829,"bill_number":"H3226","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to exchange parcels of land","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the city of Springfield to exchange parcels of land By Mr. Curran of Springfield, a petition of Sean Curran (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Springfield be authorized to exchange certain parcels of land with Glenshane, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-02-19","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3784","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3226/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3226","sponsor":"Sean Curran"}, {"bill_id":508852,"bill_number":"H3225","title":"Increasing the number of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Quincy","description":"Bill Title: An Act increasing the number of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Quincy By Representative Mariano of Quincy and Senator Keenan, a joint petition of Ronald Mariano and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Quincy be authorized to issues additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages and wine and malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-02-19","last_action":"Accompanied H3587","last_action_date":"2013-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3225/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3225","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":508875,"bill_number":"H3224","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Ann Gangemi, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Ann Gangemi, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3224/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3224","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":520845,"bill_number":"H3229","title":"To expand the jurisdiction of the juvenile court department of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to raise the upper limit of juvenile court jurisdiction from 17 years old to 18 years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied H1432","last_action_date":"2013-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3229/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3229","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":520848,"bill_number":"H3230","title":"Relative to electronic citations","description":"Relativerelative to fees for electronic citations in district courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3230/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3230","sponsor":"David Sullivan"}, {"bill_id":520851,"bill_number":"H3231","title":"Relative to discrimination in the workplace","description":"Relativerelative to discrimination in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3231/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3231","sponsor":"Cheryl Coakley-Rivera"}, {"bill_id":520853,"bill_number":"H3232","title":"Authorizing the town of Hingham to change the use of certain parcels of land in the town","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Hingham to transfer and change the use of certain parcels of land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3242/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3242","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":520887,"bill_number":"H3243","title":"Relative to security in all court buildings and facilities","description":"Relativerelative to security in court buildings and facilities. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3245/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3245","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":520896,"bill_number":"H3246","title":"Relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks","description":"Relativerelative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3246/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3246","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":520899,"bill_number":"H3247","title":"Relative to creating an Olympic firearm roster","description":"For legislation to permit the sale of Olympic competition pistols by licensed firearms dealers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3247/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3247","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"}, {"bill_id":520901,"bill_number":"H3248","title":"Promoting responsible investment and the prevention of genocide","description":"Relative to the investment of funds in certain institutions engaged in the manufacture, distribution or sale of firearms and weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3248/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3248","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"}, {"bill_id":520905,"bill_number":"H3249","title":"Relative to sentencing reform","description":"Relativerelative to sentencing reform. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3249/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3249","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"}, {"bill_id":520908,"bill_number":"H3250","title":"To combat gun violence","description":"Relative to the regulation of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3250/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3250","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"}, {"bill_id":520910,"bill_number":"H3251","title":"Relative to a report of firearms statistics","description":"Relativerelative to the filing of a biennial report by the Secretary of Public Safety of firearms-related statistics. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3251/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3251","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":520913,"bill_number":"H3252","title":"Relative to senior gun owner equity act","description":"Relativerelative to the renewal fee for firearm identification cards for persons over the age of 64 . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3252/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3252","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":520917,"bill_number":"H3253","title":"To reduce gun violence and to protect the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to further regulating the licensing, sale and possession of firearms and increasing the tax on the sale of firearms and ammunition. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3253/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3253","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":520920,"bill_number":"H3254","title":"Relative to the sale and possession of body armor","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale and possession of body armor. 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Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4490","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3276/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3276","sponsor":"George Peterson"}, {"bill_id":520990,"bill_number":"H3277","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealing","description":"Bill Title: An Act regulating secondary metals dealing By Ms. Reinstein of Revere and Senator Timilty, a joint petition of Kathi-Anne Reinstein and others that the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security in cooperation with the Criminal History Systems Board establish a secondary metals registry and further regulating the licensing of secondary metals dealers. 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Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3289/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3289","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"}, {"bill_id":523357,"bill_number":"H3288","title":"Relative to the welfare of the citizens of the commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relativerelative to reporting requirements of public benefit recipients. 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Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4249","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3306/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3306","sponsor":"Matthew Beaton"}, {"bill_id":532094,"bill_number":"H3307","title":"Relative to public street listings","description":"For legislation to allow citizens to opt out of publishing their street listing information and while retaining their right to vote. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4400","last_action_date":"2014-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3309/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3309","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":532115,"bill_number":"H3310","title":"To require disclosure of conflicts of interest in academic institutions","description":"For legislation to require disclosures of conflicts of interest in academic institutions. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3314/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3314","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":532151,"bill_number":"H3315","title":"Requiring microphones and audio-recorders on tasers","description":"Relative to audio recording of taser use by municipal law enforcement officers. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3317/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3317","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":532172,"bill_number":"H3318","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teacher retirement system","description":"Relativerelative to the Massachusetts teacher retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3318/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3318","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"}, {"bill_id":532179,"bill_number":"H3319","title":"Relative to automobiles","description":"Relativerelative to certain sales tax exemptions for purchases of automoblies by family members. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3319/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3319","sponsor":"David Nangle"}, {"bill_id":532186,"bill_number":"H3320","title":"Authorizing the department of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc.","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3777","last_action_date":"2013-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3321/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3321","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":532200,"bill_number":"H3322","title":"Authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Dudley from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"Relative to authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Dudley from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3322/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3322","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":532207,"bill_number":"H3323","title":"Authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in the town of Wayland","description":"Relative to authorizing local voting rights for permanent resident aliens in the town of Wayland. Election Laws. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-04-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3324/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3324","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":534479,"bill_number":"H3325","title":"Authorizing the City of Pittsfield to prohibit heavy commercial vehicles from travelling from the Lanesborough town line unto Highland Avenue and/or Pecks Road to point where the streets intersect with Valentine Road","description":"For legislation to prohibit heavy commercial vehicles from travelling on certain streets in the city of Pittsfield. Transportation. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-05-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1754/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1754","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":537078,"bill_number":"H3350","title":"Relative to affordable housing","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Housing and Community Development to implement rules and regulations requiring minimum percentages of affordable units in comprehensive building permits. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4136","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3350/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3350","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":537079,"bill_number":"H3347","title":"To improve management and accountability in the delivery of state services","description":"For legislation to establish a managerial training program within the University of Massachusetts school of management for state employees with management or oversight roles. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3347/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3347","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":537081,"bill_number":"H3352","title":"Authorizing the forfeiture of vehicles used in connection with prostitution and related crimes in the city of Worcester","description":"Relative to the forfeiture of vehicles used in connection with certain crimes committed in the city of Worcester. The Judiciary. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1755/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1755","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":537087,"bill_number":"H3370","title":"Requiring MassDOT to provide notice and mitigation if MassDOT removes trees","description":"For legislation to require MassDOT to provide notice to landowners prior to work on abutting land. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3370/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3370","sponsor":"John Rogers"}, {"bill_id":537089,"bill_number":"H3354","title":"Relative to contractor accountability","description":"Relativerelative to accountability in labor and services provided by contractors and subcontractors in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3354","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"}, {"bill_id":537091,"bill_number":"H3353","title":"Increasing the penalties for violations of public records laws","description":"Relative to the penalties for violations of public records laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3353/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3353","sponsor":"James Lyons"}, {"bill_id":537092,"bill_number":"H3358","title":"Authorizing the town of Framingham to place municipal charge liens on certain properties in the town of Framingham for nonpayment of any local charges, fee or fine","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Framingham to place municipal charge liens on certain properties for nonpayment of any local charges, fees or fines. Municipalities and Regional Government. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3338/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3338","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":537096,"bill_number":"H3359","title":"Relative to 72 hour emergency prescribing","description":"Relativerelative to the dispensing of controlled substances by emergency room physicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3359/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3359","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":537097,"bill_number":"H3365","title":"Relative to improving the safety and standards of organizing a business","description":"Relativerelative to further regulating the issuance of certificates of organization to corporations and limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3365/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3365","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":537098,"bill_number":"H3373","title":"Requiring a 180-day limit on processing home rule petitions","description":"Relative to legislative action on petitions filed with the General Court by cities and towns. 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3344","sponsor":"Denise Andrews"}, {"bill_id":537102,"bill_number":"H3372","title":"Relative to betterments and assessments for sewer projects in the town of Barnstable","description":"Relativerelative to borrowing for and the term and apportionment of betterments and assessments for sewer projects in the town of Barnstable. Revenue. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3351","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"}, {"bill_id":537110,"bill_number":"H3341","title":"Relative to child care and waterfront developments","description":"For legislation to make it more affordable for developers to include child-care facilities on certain waterfront development sites. 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Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3348/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3348","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"}, {"bill_id":537130,"bill_number":"H3361","title":"Relative to the inspection of the maritime safety and environmental protection of the Long Island Bridge","description":"Relativerelative to quarterly inspections of the maritime and environmental safety of the Long Island Bridge within the city of Boston by the Department of State Police. 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Ways and Means. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-15","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2013 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in 437","last_action_date":"2013-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3469/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3469","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":554260,"bill_number":"H3468","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Barlow, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Barlow, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2064","last_action_date":"2014-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1785/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1785","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":557543,"bill_number":"H3489","title":"Relative to military license plates","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of 26th Infantry Division or 26th Infantry Brigade motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3489/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3489","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":557546,"bill_number":"H3490","title":"Relative to the National Guard","description":"Relativerelative to benefits for those who have served in the armed forces of the United States in active service as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or Operation Noble Eagle and who were discharged or released under honorable conditions from such service. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2034","last_action_date":"2014-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3490/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3490","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"}, {"bill_id":557782,"bill_number":"H3491","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Amendment Title: An Act financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-03","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2013-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3491/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3491","sponsor":"Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"}, {"bill_id":557788,"bill_number":"H3492","title":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3492/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3492","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":558060,"bill_number":"H3498","title":"Relative to the elderly and disabled taxation aid committee in the town of Harvard","description":"Relative to the elderly and disabled taxation aid committee in the town of Harvard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-06","last_action":"Amended (Tarr) substituting a new draft S1909","last_action_date":"2013-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1788/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1788","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":558063,"bill_number":"H3499","title":"Relative to police detail work in the town of Harvard","description":"Relativerelative to the appointment of special police officers in the town of Harvard. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3499/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3499","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":558065,"bill_number":"H3494","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages in the town of Harvard","description":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages in the town of Harvard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town of Harvard be authorized to issue licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages in said town. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3494/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3494","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":558066,"bill_number":"H3493","title":"Validating the results of the annual election held in the town of Millville","description":"Relative to validating the results of the annual election held in the town of Millville on April 1, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3493/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3493","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":558068,"bill_number":"H3496","title":"Authorizing increased fees for special details performed by public employees in the city of Melrose","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing increased fees for special details performed by public employees in the city of Melrose By Representative Brodeur of Melrose and Senator Clark, a joint petition of Paul Brodeur, Katherine M. Clark and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Melrose be authorized to increase fees for special details performed by municipal employees of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3496/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3496","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":558070,"bill_number":"H3500","title":"Validating the results of the annual town meeting of the town of Medfield held on April 29, 2013","description":"Relative to validating the results of the annual town meeting of the town of Medfield held on April 29, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-06-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3500/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3500","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":558072,"bill_number":"H3495","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Middlefield","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Middlefield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3495/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3495","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":558073,"bill_number":"H3497","title":"Relative to the payment of prevailing wages on projects in the town of Havard","description":"Relative to the payment of prevailing wages on projects in the town of Havard By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town of Harvard be exempt from laws governing certian improvements on public properties in said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4143","last_action_date":"2014-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3497/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3497","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":558260,"bill_number":"H3501","title":"To establish and award grants for the reduction of violence in municipalities","description":"For legislation to establish and award grants for the reduction of violence in municipalities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4432","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3501/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3501","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":558262,"bill_number":"S1789","title":"Authorizing the town of Heath to continue the employment of Margo Ann Newton as police chief","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Heath to continue the employment of Margo Ann Newton as police chief. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 184 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1789/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1789","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"}, {"bill_id":558264,"bill_number":"H3503","title":"Relative to a Massachusetts Boston Strong license plate","description":"Relativerelative to the issuance of \"Boston Strong\" motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3664","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3503/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3503","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":558266,"bill_number":"H3502","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nancy LeBlanc, an employee of the department of public health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nancy LeBlanc, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3502/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3502","sponsor":"Donald Humason"}, {"bill_id":558422,"bill_number":"S1790","title":"Authorizing the town of Topsfield to grant a license for the sale of wine to be drunk on the premises of a farmer-winery","description":"For legislation to authorize the issuance of a certain license for the retail sale of wine to be consumed on the premises in the town of Topsfield. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1790/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1790","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"}, {"bill_id":558423,"bill_number":"S1793","title":"To permit town resident, Evens Maurice, to apply and be considered for appointment to the position of police officer in the town of Arlington","description":"For legislation to permit town resident, Evens Maurice, to apply and be considered for appointment to the position of police officer in the town of Arlington. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1793/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1793","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":558424,"bill_number":"S1791","title":"Exempting certain positions in the town of Millbury from the civil service laws","description":"For legislation to exempt certain positions in the town of Millbury from the civil service laws. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1791/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1791","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":558425,"bill_number":"S1792","title":"Providing for a charter for the town of Sandwich","description":"For legislation to provide for a charter for the town of Sandwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-10","last_action":"Amended (Murray) substituting a new draft S1884","last_action_date":"2013-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1792/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1792","sponsor":"Therese Murray"}, {"bill_id":558426,"bill_number":"S1794","title":"Authorizing the town of Arlington to establish a special account for the purchase, installation and maintenance of public works of art","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Arlington to establish a special account for the purchase, installation and maintenance of public works of art. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-03-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1794/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1794","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":558499,"bill_number":"H3504","title":"To expand access to healthy foods and create the Massachusetts Food Trust","description":"To expand access to healthy foods and create the Massachusetts Food Trust","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-06-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the House committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-06-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3504/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3504","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"}, {"bill_id":558637,"bill_number":"H3507","title":"To provide for the Mass Emergency Homeowner Assistance Program","description":"Relative to mortgage assistance for citizens who are financially unable to make mortgage payments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3507/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3507","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":558638,"bill_number":"H3506","title":"Relative to chronic care coordination","description":"Relativerelative to chronic care coordination. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4147","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3506/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3506","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":558640,"bill_number":"H3510","title":"Relative to insurance proceeds for injured police and fire personnel in the town of Northborough","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Northborough to use insurance proceeds to compensate fire and police personnel, injured in the line of duty, as a salary offset. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3510/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3510","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":558641,"bill_number":"H3505","title":"Protecting the coastal waters of the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the discharge of waste by vessels operating in the marine boundaries of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4393","last_action_date":"2014-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3505/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3505","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":558643,"bill_number":"H3509","title":"Relative to insurance proceeds from property claims in the town of Northborough","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Northborough to use certain insurance proceeds. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3509/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3509","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"}, {"bill_id":558645,"bill_number":"H3508","title":"Relative to the town manager of the town of Saugus","description":"Relativerelative to the term of office for the town manager in the town of Saugus. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3508/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3508","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":558806,"bill_number":"S1787","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the need for accessible homes for the elderly, returning veterans with disabilities and families that include persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the need for accessible homes for the elderly, returning veterans with disabilities, and families that include persons with disabilities; reports, the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1787).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-09-03","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1787/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1787","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"}, {"bill_id":558928,"bill_number":"S1797","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1797).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1797/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1797","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":558929,"bill_number":"S1796","title":"Authorizing the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1796).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1796/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1796","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":558930,"bill_number":"S1795","title":"Authorizing the town of Templeton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Templeton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1795).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1795/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1795","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":558949,"bill_number":"H3512","title":"Relative to the disposal of certain real property in the town of Framingham","description":"Relativerelative to the disposal of the property known as the Nobscot Chapel in the town of Framingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3512/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3512","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"}, {"bill_id":558950,"bill_number":"S1798","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Rockland","description":"For legislation relative to the charter of the town of Rockland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1798/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1798","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":558951,"bill_number":"H3511","title":"Amending the town meeting act and the town manager act of the town Saugus","description":"For legislation to amend the town meeting act and the town manager act of the town Saugus. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3511/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3511","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":558952,"bill_number":"H3513","title":"Authorizing the town of Wellesley to convey a certain parcel of land","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Wellesley to convey a certain parcel of land By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley and Senator Creem, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Cynthia S. Creem and Richard J. Ross (by vote of the town) that the town of Wellesley be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3513/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3513","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"}, {"bill_id":559079,"bill_number":"S1801","title":"Providing for the recall of elected officials in the town of Ipswich","description":"For legislation to provide for the recall of elected officials in the town of Ipswich. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1801/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1801","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":559080,"bill_number":"S1799","title":"Relative to the board of selectmen of the town of Groveland","description":"For legislation relative to the board of selectmen of the town of Groveland. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 184 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1799/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1799","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":559227,"bill_number":"H3517","title":"Exempting the position of deputy police chief in the town of Dedham from the civil service law","description":"Bill Title: An Act exempting the position of deputy police chief in the town of Dedham from the civil service law By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush (by vote of the town) that the town of Dedham be authorized to exempt the position of deputy police chief in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-09-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 319 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3517/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3517","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":559228,"bill_number":"S1805","title":"To foster economic independence.","description":"Bill Title: An Act to foster economic independence. The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill encouraging low-income savings and economic opportunity (Senate, No. 19); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act to foster economic independence” (Senate, No. 1805).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-06-20","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S1806","last_action_date":"2013-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1805/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1805","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":559230,"bill_number":"H3518","title":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Dedham","description":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Dedham By Representative McMurtry of Dedham and Senator Rush, a joint petition of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. 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Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3543/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3543","sponsor":"Rhonda Nyman"}, {"bill_id":561532,"bill_number":"H3540","title":"Relative to risk management services","description":"Relative to risk management services","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-12-04","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3540/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3540","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"}, {"bill_id":561534,"bill_number":"H3541","title":"Relative to portable electronics insurance","description":"Relative to portable electronics insurance","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3541/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3541","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"}, {"bill_id":561535,"bill_number":"H3542","title":"To help small fraternal insurance companies","description":"Relative to the investment of funds by fraternal benefit societies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4039","last_action_date":"2014-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3542/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3542","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"}, {"bill_id":561585,"bill_number":"H3544","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendments the engrossed Bill relative to transportation finance (House, No. 3535).","description":"Relative to transportation finance (House, No. 3535).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-03","last_action":"See H3535","last_action_date":"2013-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3544/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3544","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":561702,"bill_number":"H3546","title":"Authorizing the city of Quincy to establish neighborhood speed reduction zones","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the city of Quincy to establish neighborhood speed reduction zones By Representative Mariano of Quincy and Senator Keenan, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ronald Mariano, John F. Keenan and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Quincy be authorized to establish neighborhood speed reduction zones. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-02-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3546/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3546","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":561814,"bill_number":"S1809","title":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of North Andover","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing in the town of North Andover . Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4135","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1809/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1809","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":561816,"bill_number":"H3548","title":"Relative to Pharmacy Practice in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to Pharmacy Practice in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3672","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3548/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3548","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"}, {"bill_id":561818,"bill_number":"S1815","title":"Relative to the granting of an easement at Rea's Pond Sewer Pump Station in the town of North Andover","description":"For legislation to grant an easement at Rea's Pond Sewer Pump Station in the town of North Andover. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 231 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1815","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":561821,"bill_number":"H3547","title":"Relative to emergency scheduling of addictive substances by the Commissioner of Public Health","description":"Relative to emergency scheduling of addictive substances by the Commissioner of Public Health","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3711","last_action_date":"2013-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3547/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3547","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"}, {"bill_id":561905,"bill_number":"H3552","title":"Exempting the position of deputy chief of police in the town of Natick from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the position of deputy chief of police in the town of Natick from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 201 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3552/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3552","sponsor":"David Linsky"}, {"bill_id":561907,"bill_number":"H3551","title":"Increasing the membership of the board of selectmen in the town of Southborough","description":"Bill Title: An Act increasing the membership of the board of selectmen in the town of Southborough By Representative Dykema of Holliston and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town of Southborough be authorized to establish a five-member board of selectmen. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3551/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3551","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":561908,"bill_number":"H3550","title":"Relative to the town treasurer-collector in the town of Hingham","description":"Relative to the town treasurer-collector in the town of Hingham By Representative Bradley of Hingham and Senator Hedlund, a joint petition of Garrett J. Bradley and Robert L. Hedlund (by vote of the town) that the town of Hingham be authorized to appoint a town treasurer-collector. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3550/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3550","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"}, {"bill_id":561909,"bill_number":"H3549","title":"Authorizing the town administrator of Southborough to sign warrants","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town administrator of Southborough to sign warrants By Representative Dykema of Holliston and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the town administrator of the town of Southborough be authorized to sign warrants submitted by the town accountant. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3549/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3549","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"}, {"bill_id":562023,"bill_number":"H3555","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain items and sections and parts of certain items and sections, and reductions in certain items, and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2013 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3539). July 11, 2013","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain items and sections and parts of certain items and sections, and reductions in certain items, and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2013 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3539). July 11, 2013","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"See H3539","last_action_date":"2013-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3555/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3555","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562115,"bill_number":"H3567","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects .","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3662","last_action_date":"2013-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3567/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3567","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562147,"bill_number":"H3572","title":"Relative to achieving pay parity for Massachusetts trial court chief probation officers","description":"Relativerelative to the compensation of the chief probation officers of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3572/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3572","sponsor":"John Binienda"}, {"bill_id":562148,"bill_number":"S1818","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Marion Ishimoto-Yuille","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Marion Ishimoto-Yuille. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2113","last_action_date":"2014-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1818/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1818","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":562149,"bill_number":"H3568","title":"Relative to pesticide licensing and mosquito control","description":"Relative to pesticide licensing and mosquito control","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 425 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3568/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3568","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":562151,"bill_number":"H3569","title":"Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services","description":"Relative to the licensing and supervision of debt management services","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-11-06","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3569/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3569","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":562152,"bill_number":"H3571","title":"Relative to ocean ecology and shark protection","description":"For legislation to ban shark fin trading. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-06-24","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4088","last_action_date":"2014-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3571/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3571","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":562153,"bill_number":"H3574","title":"Relative to the withdrawal of the town of Worthington from the Gateway Regional School District","description":"Relative to the withdrawal of the town of Worthington from the Gateway Regional School District By Representative Kulik of Worthington and Senator Downing, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Stephen Kulik and Benjamin B. Downing (by vote of the town) that the town of Worthington be authorized to withdraw from the Gateway Regional School District. Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3815","last_action_date":"2013-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3574/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3574","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":562154,"bill_number":"H3573","title":"Designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-02-25","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3573/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3573","sponsor":"Martin Walsh"}, {"bill_id":562155,"bill_number":"H3570","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to dispose of real property located in the city of Quincy and to grant an access easement upon real property of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority located in the city of Quincy","description":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to dispose of real property located in the city of Quincy and to grant an access easement upon real property of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority located in the city of Quincy","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3570/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3570","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":562197,"bill_number":"S1819","title":"Real Lives","description":"Relative to real lives offered by Ms. Clark, Ms. Spilka, Ms. O'Connor Ives, Ms. Chang-Diaz and Mr. Joyce to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-22","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2013-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1819/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1819","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":562198,"bill_number":"H3575","title":"Relative to certain licenses for the sale of alchoholic beverages in the city of Boston","description":"Relativerelative to certain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Boston. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4153","last_action_date":"2014-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3575/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3575","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":562199,"bill_number":"H3576","title":"Authorizing the town of Avon to establish a department of public works","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Avon to establish a department of public works By Mr. Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin and Brian A. Joyce (by vote of the town) that the town of Avon be authorized to establish a department of public works. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3576/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3576","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":562200,"bill_number":"H3564","title":"Relative to judicial compensation","description":"Relative to judicial compensation Sections 114 to 134, inclusive, and sections 216 and 217 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3564/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3564","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562201,"bill_number":"H3565","title":"Relative to the taxation of carbon-based fuels","description":"Relative to the taxation of carbon-based fuels Section 207 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment J of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2013-07-15","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3565/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3565","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562202,"bill_number":"H3579","title":"Authorizing the town of Mashpee to convey an interest in certain town owned land to the town of Barnstable","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Mashpee to convey an interest in certain town owned land to the town of Barnstable By Mr. Vieira of Falmouth, a petition of David T. Vieira (by vote of the town) that the town of Mashpee be authorized to convey an interest in certain land to the town of Barnstable. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3579/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3579","sponsor":"David Vieira"}, {"bill_id":562203,"bill_number":"H3577","title":"Relative to the charter for the town of Harwich","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Harwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3577/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3577","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":562204,"bill_number":"H3578","title":"Relative to the inspector of plumbing and gas fitting in the town of South Hadley","description":"Relativerelative to the inspector of plumbing and gas fitting in the town of South Hadley. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3578/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3578","sponsor":"John Scibak"}, {"bill_id":562263,"bill_number":"S1817","title":"Relative to prescription drug adverse event reporting","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug adverse event reporting (Senate, No. 1817).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2237","last_action_date":"2014-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1817/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1817","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"}, {"bill_id":562264,"bill_number":"S1816","title":"Certifying alcohol and drug free housing","description":"Relative to the certification of alcohol and drug free housing by the Bureau of Substance Abuse Services within the Department of Public Health (Senate, No. 1816).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1816/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1816","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"}, {"bill_id":562273,"bill_number":"H3559","title":"Relative to a hospital merger market impact review","description":"Relative to a hospital merger market impact review Section 19 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3559/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3559","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562274,"bill_number":"H3561","title":"Relative to distribution of regional greenhouse gas initiative auction proceeds","description":"Relative to distribution of regional greenhouse gas initiative auction proceeds Sections 36 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3561/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3561","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562276,"bill_number":"H3558","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relative to sex offenders Sections 8 and 13 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3558/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3558","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562277,"bill_number":"H3563","title":"Relative to the storage of ethanol or a blending facility","description":"Relative to the storage of ethanol or a blending facility Section 81 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2013-07-15","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3563/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3563","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562278,"bill_number":"H3560","title":"Establishing a public employee retirement administration commission","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a public employee retirement administration commission Section 21 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2013-07-15","last_action":"Governors amendment adopted","last_action_date":"2013-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3560/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3560","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562279,"bill_number":"H3562","title":"Relative to price adjustments for certain materials in construction projects","description":"Relative to price adjustments for certain materials in construction projects Sections 45 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2014 (see House, No. 3538), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 3566). July 12, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3562/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3562","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":562349,"bill_number":"S1822","title":"Collection of Data on Juvenile Justice","description":"Relative to the collection of data on juvenile justice offered by Ms. Creem to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-22","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2013-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1822/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1822","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"}, {"bill_id":562350,"bill_number":"S1823","title":"Regulatory Reform","description":"Relative to regulatory reform offered by Mr. Ross to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-22","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2013-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1823/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1823","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":562351,"bill_number":"H3584","title":"Relative to motorcycle permit requirements","description":"Relativerelative to requirements for the issuance of a learner's permit to operate a motorcycle. 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reports, the accompanying bill of the same title(Senate, No. 1836).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1836/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1836","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"}, {"bill_id":562871,"bill_number":"S1840","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics","description":"Bill Title: An Act Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics (Senate, No. 1623); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft of the same title (Senate, No. 1840)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Resolves of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1840/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1840","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":562873,"bill_number":"S1841","title":"Text of the Senate amendment to House Bill expanding juvenile jurisdiction (House, No. 1432)","description":"Relative expanding juvenile jurisdiction (House, No. 1432); 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Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1838/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1838","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"}, {"bill_id":562982,"bill_number":"H3605","title":"Authorizing the town of Marion to impose liens upon property for the collection of water bills","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Marion to impose liens upon property for the collection of water bills By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus and Marc R. Pacheco (by vote of the town) that the town of Marion be authorized to impose liens upon properties in the towns of Rochester and Wareham which connect to the water and sewer systems of the town of Marion. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3605/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3605","sponsor":"William Straus"}, {"bill_id":563075,"bill_number":"H3606","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Amber Wilkin, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Amber Wilkin, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3606/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3606","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"}, {"bill_id":563076,"bill_number":"S1845","title":"Text of the Senate Ways and Means amendment to the House Bill financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents","description":"Amendment Title: Text of the Senate Ways and Means amendment to the House Bill financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill financing the production and preservation of housing for low and moderate income residents (House, No. 3522) (being the text of Senate document numbered 1835, printed as amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-30","last_action":"New text of H3492","last_action_date":"2013-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1845/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1845","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":563077,"bill_number":"S1842","title":"Establishing the MetroWest commission on the status of women and girls","description":"For legislation to establish the MetroWest commission on the status of women and girls. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-05-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1920","last_action_date":"2013-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1842/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1842","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":563400,"bill_number":"H3608","title":"Establishing a tax amnesty program","description":"For legislation to establish a tax amnesty program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-05-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3608/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3608","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"}, {"bill_id":563401,"bill_number":"H3609","title":"Amending the special legislation establishing the Acton community housing corporation","description":"Relative to the community housing corporation in the town of Acton. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-05","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3833","last_action_date":"2014-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3609/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3609","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":563404,"bill_number":"H3607","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics","description":"Amendment Title: Resolve to establish a commission to study the feasibility of hosting the summer Olympics","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-05","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S1840","last_action_date":"2013-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3607/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3607","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":563407,"bill_number":"H3611","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2013 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2013 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-08-05","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3700","last_action_date":"2013-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3611/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3611","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":563410,"bill_number":"H3610","title":"Authorizing the town of Weston to grant a license for the sale of wines and malt beverages at a food store.","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Weston to grant a license for the sale of wines and malt beverages at a food store. The committee on Bills in the Third Reading, to whom was referred the House Bill authorizing the town of Weston to grant a single license for the sale of wines and malt beverages at food stores (House, No. 3484), reports recommending that the same be amended by substitution of the accompanying bill (House, No. )","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3610/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3610","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"}, {"bill_id":563413,"bill_number":"S1844","title":"Authorizing the town of Petersham to borrow outside the debt limit for a certain town project","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Petersham to borrow outside the debt limit for a certain town project. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 181 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1844/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1844","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":563438,"bill_number":"H3615","title":"Authorizing the town of Concord to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Concord to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3615/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3615","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":563444,"bill_number":"H3616","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Natick to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 119 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3616/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3616","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":563451,"bill_number":"H3614","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant 3 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant 3 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3614/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3614","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":563467,"bill_number":"S1846","title":"To establish a task force relative to the Commonwealth's direct-care workforce","description":"For legislation to establish a task force relative to the Commonwealth's direct-care workforce; reports, the accompanying bill of the same title (Senate, No. 1846).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2148","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1846/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1846","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"}, {"bill_id":563468,"bill_number":"S1847","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the city of Fall River. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 278 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1847/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1847","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":563493,"bill_number":"H3624","title":"Relative to the insurance contributions of certain elected officials in the town of Dartmouth","description":"Relativerelative to insurance eligibility of certain part time officials in the town of Dartmouth. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3624/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3624","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":563494,"bill_number":"H3617","title":"Pertaining to the verification of residency in conjunction with the receipt of transitional assistance","description":"Relative to residency requirements for recipients of programs administered by the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4429","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3617/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3617","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"}, {"bill_id":563496,"bill_number":"S1849","title":"Authorizing the town of Adams to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Adams to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises; reports, the accompanying bill of the same title (Senate, No. 1849).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-08-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1867","last_action_date":"2013-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1849/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1849","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":563497,"bill_number":"H3618","title":"Relative to water service in the town of Somerset","description":"Relative to water service in the town of Somerset By Representative Haddad of Somerset and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rules 12 and 9) of Patricia A. Haddad and Michael J. Rodrigues (by vote of the town) that the town of Somerset be authorized to supply the towns of Swansea and Dighton and their inhabitants with water. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3618/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3618","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":563499,"bill_number":"H3621","title":"Relative to suicide prevention for veterans in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to mental health and substance abuse programs for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-07-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1876","last_action_date":"2013-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3621/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3621","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"}, {"bill_id":563501,"bill_number":"H3620","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Ford, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Ford, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3620/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3620","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":563502,"bill_number":"H3619","title":"Relative to certain parcels of land in the city of Northampton and the town of Williamsburg","description":"Relative to certain parcels of land in the city of Northampton and the town of Williamsburg By Representative Kulik of Worthington and Senator Downing, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Stephen Kulik, Benjamin B. Downing and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council of the city of Northampton and by vote of the town of Williamsburg) that the town of Williamsburg may acquire a perpetual easement to be held jointly with the city of Northampton for the purposes of a multi-use recreation trail. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3619/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3619","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"}, {"bill_id":563504,"bill_number":"H3622","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Orleans to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Sarah K. Peake and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Orleans be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3622/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3622","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"}, {"bill_id":563506,"bill_number":"H3623","title":"Authorizing the town of Dartmouth to establish an enterprise fund.","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Dartmouth to establish an enterprise fund. By Mr. Markey of Dartmouth, a petition of Christopher M. Markey (by vote of the town) that the town of Dartmouth be authorized to establish a cable PEG access enterprise fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-09-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 323 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3623/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3623","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"}, {"bill_id":563511,"bill_number":"S1848","title":"Relative to issuing prize payments to charities","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of prize payments to charities; reports, the accompanying bill of the same title (Senate, No. 1848).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1848/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1848","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":563519,"bill_number":"S1851","title":"Authorizing the city of Fall River to use certain park land for combined sewer overflow control","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Fall River to use certain park land for combined sewer overflow control. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-03-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1851/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1851","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":563541,"bill_number":"H3626","title":"Relative to the Nantucket Memorial Airport Fuel Revolving Account","description":"Relative to the Nantucket Memorial Airport Fuel Revolving Account By Representative Madden of Nantucket and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Timothy R. Madden and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Nantucket be authorized to exclude the fuel revolving account for the Nantucket Memorial Airport in calculating the limit on revolving account funds. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-03-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3626/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3626","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":563542,"bill_number":"H3625","title":"Relative to the powers of the Boston Housing Commission","description":"Relativerelative to discriminatory housing practices in the city of Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3625/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3625","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":563543,"bill_number":"H3627","title":"Authorizing the town of Ashland to establish an enterprise fund","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Ashland to establish an enterprise fund By Representative Sannicandro of Ashland and Senator Spilka, a joint petition of Tom Sannicandro and Karen E. Spilka (by vote of the town) that the town of Ashland be authorized to establish an athletic field enterprise fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3627/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3627","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":563544,"bill_number":"H3628","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for April D. Robinson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for April D. Robinson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1852/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1852","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":563793,"bill_number":"H3632","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kristin Cole, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kristin Cole, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-10-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3632/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3632","sponsor":"William Galvin"}, {"bill_id":563795,"bill_number":"H3631","title":"To reduce the cost of college education for Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to award loans with discounted interest rates to students who attend certain colleges or universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2014-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3631/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3631","sponsor":"Daniel Winslow"}, {"bill_id":563796,"bill_number":"H3630","title":"Relative to the town of Dennis Barrier Beach Protection Stabilization Fund","description":"Relativerelative to the Barrier Beach Protection Stabilization Fund in the town of Dennis. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3630/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3630","sponsor":"Cleon Turner"}, {"bill_id":563832,"bill_number":"H3633","title":"Communication from the Division of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 13, DOER CO2 Budget Trading Program Auction Regulation","description":"Bill Title: An Act Communication from the Division of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 13, DOER CO2 Budget Trading Program Auction Regulation Communication from the Division of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 13, DOER CO2 Budget Trading Program Auction Regulation. 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Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-01-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4265","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3634/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3634","sponsor":"Steven Walsh"}, {"bill_id":563906,"bill_number":"S1854","title":"Promoting motor vehicle safety","description":"For legislation to promote motor vehicle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2014-09-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1854/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1854","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":563907,"bill_number":"H3635","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Donna Salois, an employee of the Wrentham Development Center","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Donna Salois, an employee of the Wrentham Development Center. Public Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-09-19","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3635/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3635","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"}, {"bill_id":563908,"bill_number":"S1853","title":"A sick leave bank for person now deceased","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Matthew Stuart, an employee of the Department of Children and Families, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 1853).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-22","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1853/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1853","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"}, {"bill_id":564021,"bill_number":"H3637","title":"Exempting Martin B. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3637/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3637","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":564022,"bill_number":"S1856","title":"Providing for sewer commissioners in the town of Wareham","description":"Bill Title: An Act providing for sewer commissioners in the town of Wareham By Mr. Pacheco, a petition of Marc R. Pacheco and Susan Williams Gifford to provide for sewer commissioners in the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1856/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1856","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":564023,"bill_number":"S1855","title":"Relative to the town clerk in the town of Upton","description":"For legislation relative to the town clerk in the town of Upton. Municipalities and Regional Government. 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Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-08-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3638/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3638","sponsor":"Wayne Matewsky"}, {"bill_id":564026,"bill_number":"H3636","title":"Authorizing the town of Bellingham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alchoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises.","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Bellingham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alchoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. By Mr. Kuros of Uxbridge, a petition of Kevin J. Kuros and Richard T. Moore (by vote of the town) that the town of Bellingham be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-12-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3636/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3636","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"}, {"bill_id":564119,"bill_number":"H3639","title":"Modernizing tobacco control and protecting the health of minors","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale to minors of electronic devices used to deliver liquid nicotine vapor. 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Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 362 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1864/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1864","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":564572,"bill_number":"H3645","title":"Allowing disabled veterans and prisoners of war who lease motor vehicles to be exempt from excise tax","description":"Allowing disabled veterans and prisoners of war who lease motor vehicles to be exempt from excise tax","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-09-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2013-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3645/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3645","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"}, {"bill_id":564573,"bill_number":"S1859","title":"Keenan amendment to H3587","description":"Amendment Title: Keenan amendment to H3587 Senate, Thursday, September 12, 2013 – Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Keenan) to the House Bill increasing the number of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Quincy (House, No. 3587).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-09-12","last_action":"New text of H3587","last_action_date":"2013-09-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1859/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1859","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":564574,"bill_number":"S1862","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marianne McVarish, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave for Marianne McVarish, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1862/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1862","sponsor":"Katherine Clark"}, {"bill_id":564575,"bill_number":"S1863","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tina Giangregorio, an employee of the highway division of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tina Giangregorio, an employee of the highway division of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1863/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1863","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":564576,"bill_number":"S1858","title":"McGee new text to H3511","description":"Amendment Title: McGee new text to H3511 Senate, Thursday, September 12, 2013 – Text of the Senate amendment (Senator McGee) to the House Bill amending the town meeting act and the town manager act of the town Saugus (House, No. 3511).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2013-09-12","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2013-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1858/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1858","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"}, {"bill_id":564660,"bill_number":"H3646","title":"Order relative to amending House Rule 12 to provide more detailed legislative information prior to convening each session (House, No. 3646)","description":"Relative to amending House Rule 12 to provide more detailed legislative information prior to convening each session (House, No. 3646) Filed by Mr. Winslow of Norfolk and other members of the House. 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-10-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2251","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1912/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1912","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"}, {"bill_id":570895,"bill_number":"H3753","title":"Designating the official seasoning of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate Bell's Seasoning as the official seasoning of the Commonwealth. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-11-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2124","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1927/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1927","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":571669,"bill_number":"S1928","title":"Further regulating the simulcasting of horse races","description":"Relative to simulcasting horse races in the Commonwealth (Senate, No. 1895),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment entitled \"An Act further regulating the simulcasting of horse races\" (Senate, No. 1928).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-11-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1928/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1928","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":571744,"bill_number":"H3786","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoneham to grant 5 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Stoneham to grant 5 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 348 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3786/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3786","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":571745,"bill_number":"S1937","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cynthia (Bouchard) White, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Cynthia (Bouchard) White, an employee of the Trial Court The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Cynthia (Bouchard) White, an employee of the Trial Court (Senate, No. 1915),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft of the same title (Senate, No. 1937).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 178 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1937/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1937","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":571749,"bill_number":"H3787","title":"Relative to membership in the Governor’s Highway Safety Committee","description":"Relative to membership in the Governor’s Highway Safety Committee Substituted by the House, as recommended by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, for a bill adding motorcycle support to the Governor’s Highway Safety Committee(House, No. 3046). November 21, 2013.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-01-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3787/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3787","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"}, {"bill_id":571847,"bill_number":"S1932","title":"Prohibiting clinical laboratory self-referrals","description":"For legislation to prohibit clinical laboratory self-referrals and of John V. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1941/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1941","sponsor":"Therese Murray"}, {"bill_id":571880,"bill_number":"S1940","title":"Further amending Chapter 654 of the Acts of 1975 (2)","description":"For legislation to further amend Chapter 654 of the Acts of 1975 (2). Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied S1941","last_action_date":"2014-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1940/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1940","sponsor":"Therese Murray"}, {"bill_id":571916,"bill_number":"H3792","title":"Authorizing the town of Framingham to continue the employment of police officer Robert Tibor","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Framingham to continue the employment of police officer Robert Tibor. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3792/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3792","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"}, {"bill_id":571921,"bill_number":"H3791","title":"Authorizing the town of Winchester to continue employment of police chief Kenneth C. Albertelli","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Winchester to continue employment of police chief Kenneth C. Albertelli By Mr. Lewis of Winchester, a petition of Jason M. Lewis and Katherine M. Clark (by vote of the town) that the town of Winchester be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Kenneth C. Albertelli. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3791/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3791","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"}, {"bill_id":571926,"bill_number":"H3789","title":"Further regulating regional school district planning committees","description":"Further regulating regional school district planning committees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 283 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3789/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3789","sponsor":"Committee on Education"}, {"bill_id":571930,"bill_number":"H3790","title":"Authorizing the town of Hadley to grant 6 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and 6 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Hadley to grant 6 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and 6 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-03-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3790/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3790","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"}, {"bill_id":571997,"bill_number":"H3793","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3793/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3793","sponsor":"Committee on Education"}, {"bill_id":571998,"bill_number":"H3796","title":"To protect our drinking water from hydraulic fracturing","description":"To protect our drinking water from hydraulic fracturing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2013-11-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3796/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3796","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"}, {"bill_id":571999,"bill_number":"H3795","title":"Exempting Barry Canavan from the maximum age requirement as a firefighter in the Town of Westwood","description":"Relative to the appointment of Barry Canavan as a fire fighter in the town of Westwood, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3795/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3795","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":572000,"bill_number":"H3794","title":"Exempting the Police Department of the Town of Westwood from the provisions of the Civil Service Law","description":"For legislation to exempt the police department of the town of Westwood from the provisions of civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3794/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3794","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"}, {"bill_id":572060,"bill_number":"H3806","title":"Relative to concussion prevention","description":"Relative to concussion prevention","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4563","last_action_date":"2014-12-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3806/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3806","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"}, {"bill_id":572061,"bill_number":"H3805","title":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the department of mental health","description":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the department of mental health","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2013-12-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3805/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3805","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"}, {"bill_id":572062,"bill_number":"S1944","title":"Exempting the police department of the town of Westwood from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the police department of the town of Westwood from the provisions of the civil service law. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 403 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3797/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3797","sponsor":"Peter Durant"}, {"bill_id":572064,"bill_number":"H3800","title":"Releasing certain land in Dracut from operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"Bill Title: An Act releasing certain land in Dracut from operation of an agricultural preservation restriction By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Colleen M. Garry (by vote of the town) that the secretary of energy and environmental affairs be directed to release an agricultural preservation restriction on a certain parcel of land held jointly by the Commonwealth and the town of Dracut. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 241 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3800/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3800","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"}, {"bill_id":572065,"bill_number":"H3804","title":"Relative to rights of persons receiving services from program or facilities of the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to rights of persons receiving services from program or facilities of the Department of Mental Health","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 476 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3804/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3804","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"}, {"bill_id":572066,"bill_number":"H3799","title":"To protect historic buildings from fire","description":"For legislation to establish a fire prevention tax credit for historic building. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3799/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3799","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"}, {"bill_id":572067,"bill_number":"S1946","title":"Authorizing the town fo Webster to issue five additional all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises designated for use in the downtown's \"slum and blight\" Main Street area","description":"For legislation to authorize the town fo Webster to issue five additional all alcoholic beverages licenses to be drunk on the premises designated for use in the downtown's \"slum and blight\" Main Street area. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1990","last_action_date":"2014-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1946/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1946","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":572068,"bill_number":"H3801","title":"Authorizing the county and town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the conveyance of certain property by the county and town of Nantucket, notwithstanding the uniform procurement law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3801/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3801","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":572069,"bill_number":"H3798","title":"Known as the \"Drug Test Consent Bill\" aka \"Christina's Law\"","description":"Relative to the penalties for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. 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Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3925","last_action_date":"2014-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3802/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3802","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"}, {"bill_id":572074,"bill_number":"S1942","title":"Relative to charitable gaming","description":"For legislation relative to charitable gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1942/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1942","sponsor":"Gale Candaras"}, {"bill_id":572707,"bill_number":"S1951","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Trina Higgins, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Trina Higgins, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1956","last_action_date":"2013-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1951/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1951","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"}, {"bill_id":572708,"bill_number":"S1950","title":"Text of the further Senate amendment (Senator Spilka) to the House amendment to Senate Bill relative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased (Senate, No. 1099)","description":"Relative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased (Senate, No. 1099)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-05","last_action":"Recommended new draft (Jehlen) of S1099","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1950/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1950","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"}, {"bill_id":572720,"bill_number":"H3788","title":"Relative to election laws","description":"Relative to election laws House bill No. 3772, as changed by the","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3788/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3788","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":572751,"bill_number":"S1949","title":"Somerville Police Officer Mario Oliveira","description":"Amendment Title: Somerville Police Officer Mario Oliveira Senate, Thursday, December 5, 2013 – Text of the Senate amendment (Senators Jehlen and Donnelly) to the House Bill directing the Somerville Retirement Board to retire Mario Oliveira, a police officer of the city of Somerville (House, No. 3654).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-05","last_action":"See H3654","last_action_date":"2013-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1949/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1949","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"}, {"bill_id":572864,"bill_number":"H3807","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Scott Marchand as a firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the appointment of Scott Marchand as a firefighter in the city of Haverhill notwithstanding the maximum age requirement By Representative Dempsey of Haverhill and Senator O'Connor Ives, a joint petition of Brian S. Dempsey and Kathleen O'Connor Ives (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Haverhill be authorized to appoint Scott Marchand as a fire fighter, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 170 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3807/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3807","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"}, {"bill_id":573038,"bill_number":"S1947","title":"Improving drinking water and wastewater infrastructure","description":"For legislation to improve drinking water and wastewater infrastructure reports the accompanying bill with a new draft of the same title (Senate, No. 1947).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-12-05","last_action":"Pending Ways and Means new draft substituted, see S2016","last_action_date":"2014-02-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1947/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1947","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"}, {"bill_id":573039,"bill_number":"S1948","title":"Increasing the penalties for illegal hunting practices","description":"For legislationfor legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to enter into an interstate compact for the enforcement of certain wildlife protection laws reports the accompanying bill with a new draft entitled (Senate, No. 1948).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-06-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1948/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1948","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"}, {"bill_id":573394,"bill_number":"H3808","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Beth-Ann Litchfield, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Beth-Ann Litchfield, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-09","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4256","last_action_date":"2014-07-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3809/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3809","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":573399,"bill_number":"H3811","title":"Relative to the State House architect","description":"Relative to the State House architect","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-12-12","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-04-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3811/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3811","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"}, {"bill_id":573402,"bill_number":"H3810","title":"Relative to certain loans by the Federal Home Loan Bank","description":"Relative to certain loans by the Federal Home Loan Bank","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2015-01-06","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2015-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3810/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3810","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"}, {"bill_id":573519,"bill_number":"H3815","title":"Relative to the withdrawal of the town of Worthington from the Gateway Regional School District","description":"Relative to the withdrawal of the town of Worthington from the Gateway Regional School District","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-05-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3815/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3815","sponsor":"Committee on Education"}, {"bill_id":573534,"bill_number":"H3812","title":"To exempt over-the-counter medicinals and dietary supplements from the sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt non-prescription or over-the-counter drugs and medicines from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4437","last_action_date":"2014-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3812/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3812","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"}, {"bill_id":573539,"bill_number":"H3814","title":"Relative to Quincy College","description":"For legislation to clarify the governance and structure of Quincy College as a municipal college and department of the city of Quincy. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3814/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3814","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"}, {"bill_id":573545,"bill_number":"H3813","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert A. Montalvo, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert A. Montalvo, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-01-07","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3813/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3813","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"}, {"bill_id":573762,"bill_number":"S1956","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Trina Higgins, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Bill Title: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Trina Higgins, an employee of the Trial Court The","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2013-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 185 of the Acts of 2013","last_action_date":"2013-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1956/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1956","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":573816,"bill_number":"S1957","title":"Relative to net school spending in fiscal year 2014","description":"For legislation relative to net school spending in fiscal year 2014. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4464","last_action_date":"2014-09-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1957/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1957","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":573818,"bill_number":"H3817","title":"Authorizing the late filing of a tax abatement application for the Amherst Committee for a Better Chance, Inc","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the late filing of a tax abatement application for the Amherst Committee for a Better Chance, Inc By Ms. Story of Amherst and Senator Rosenberg, a joint petition of Ellen Story and Stanley C. Rosenberg (by vote of the town) that the board of assessors of the town of Amherst be authorized to accept an application for abatement of property tax on behalf of the Amherst Committee for a Better Chance, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 199 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3817/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3817","sponsor":"Ellen Story"}, {"bill_id":573820,"bill_number":"S1961","title":"Authorizing the town of Westport to lease a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Westport to lease a certain parcel of land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1961/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1961","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"}, {"bill_id":573823,"bill_number":"S1959","title":"Ensuring parity for mental health and substance abuse treatment","description":"For legislation to ensure parity for mental health and substance abuse treatment. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-11-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3816/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3816","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"}, {"bill_id":573827,"bill_number":"S1955","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise McKinnon, an employee of the Massachusetts Hospital School","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Denise McKinnon, an employee of the Massachusetts Hospital School. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-12-09","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1973","last_action_date":"2014-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1955/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1955","sponsor":"Richard Ross"}, {"bill_id":573829,"bill_number":"S1958","title":"To restrict the use of certain pesticides around children","description":"For legislation to restrict the use of certain pesticides around children. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-08-22","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2116","last_action_date":"2014-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1958/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1958","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"}, {"bill_id":573831,"bill_number":"S1960","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Katrina Aliengena, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Katrina Aliengena, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1960/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1960","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":574869,"bill_number":"H3818","title":"Relative to the Parks and Recreation Commission in Hardwick","description":"Relative to the Parks and Recreation Commission in Hardwick By Representative Gobi of Spencer and Senator Brewer, a joint petition of Anne M. Gobi and Stephen M. Brewer (by vote of the town) that the town of Hardwick be authorized to change the parks and recreation commission from an elected board to an appointed board. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-03-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3818/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3818","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"}, {"bill_id":574870,"bill_number":"H3819","title":"Exempting Michele Moorhouse from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of Ware","description":"Bill Title: An Act exempting Michele Moorhouse from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of Ware By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola, Stephen M. Brewer and Anne M. Gobi (by vote of the town) that the town of Ware be authorized to appoint Michele Moorhouse a police officer in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4189","last_action_date":"2014-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3819/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3819","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":574871,"bill_number":"S1962","title":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Northampton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1962/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1962","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"}, {"bill_id":574872,"bill_number":"H3820","title":"Relative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased","description":"Relative to the release of a body by the medical examiner to a person charged with an offense which resulted in the death of the deceased","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-19","last_action":"Text of an amendment to S1099","last_action_date":"2013-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3820/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3820","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":574873,"bill_number":"S1963","title":"Designating June 14 as the birthday of the United States Army and June 9 as General Sylvanus Thayer Day","description":"For legislation to designate June fourteenth as the birthday of the United States Army and June ninth as General Sylvanus Thayer Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1963/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1963","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":574981,"bill_number":"H3822","title":"Promoting municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth","description":"Promoting municipal collaboration and regionalization throughout the Commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-01-15","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3822/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3822","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":575064,"bill_number":"S1964","title":"Exempting certain positions in the police department of the town of Sandwich from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt supervisory positions in the police department of the town of Sandwich from the civil service law. 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Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2013-11-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-03-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3827/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3827","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":575070,"bill_number":"H3826","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James Cooney, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Cooney, an employee of the Department of Correction. 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The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-12-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4218","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3824/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3824","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":575075,"bill_number":"H3823","title":"Creating a board of water and sewer commissioners in the city of Newburyport","description":"Bill Title: An Act creating a board of water and sewer commissioners in the city of Newburyport By Representative Costello of Newburyport and Senator O'Connor Ives, a joint petition of Michael A. Costello and Kathleen O'Connor Ives (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Newburyport be authorized to establish a board of water and sewer commissioners consisting of five members and two alternates. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3823/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3823","sponsor":"Michael Costello"}, {"bill_id":575078,"bill_number":"H3825","title":"To provide Addiction/Sobriety Solutions through Increased Substance Treatment (ASSIST)","description":"Relative to mandated treatment and monitoring of nonviolent offenders with substance addictions. 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Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2013-10-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4281","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3828/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3828","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"}, {"bill_id":575144,"bill_number":"S1966","title":"Authorizing the department of conservation and recreation to lease certain parkland in the city of Cambridge","description":"For legislation to enable the Department of Environmental Management to lease real property. 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Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2013-12-02","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2133","last_action_date":"2014-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1965/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1965","sponsor":"John Keenan"}, {"bill_id":575146,"bill_number":"S1967","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Andover as the Andover Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Andover as the Andover Veterans of the Iraqi and Afghanistan War Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-04-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1967/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1967","sponsor":"Barry Finegold"}, {"bill_id":575330,"bill_number":"H3830","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carol L. Clark, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carol L. Clark, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3830/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3830","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":575331,"bill_number":"H3829","title":"Authorizing the town of Needham to place a question on the ballot authorizing the town grant certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Needham to place a question on the ballot authorizing the town grant certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of Denise C. Garlick (by vote of the town) that the town of Needham be authorized to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-02-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3829/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3829","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"}, {"bill_id":575381,"bill_number":"S1933","title":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes","description":"For legislation relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes and of Angelo L. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-09-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 315 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-09-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4167/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4167","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"}, {"bill_id":652388,"bill_number":"S2192","title":"Authorizing the town of Westport to assess additional amounts of real estate and personal property taxes to pay certain medical expenses incurred by certain public safety personnel","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Westport to assess additional amounts of real estate and personal property taxes to pay certain medical expenses incurred by certain public safety personnel. Revenue. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4483","last_action_date":"2014-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4174/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4174","sponsor":"Frank Moran"}, {"bill_id":652392,"bill_number":"S2182","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-10","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2182/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2182","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"}, {"bill_id":652393,"bill_number":"H4171","title":"Relative to the town treasurer in the town of Blandford","description":"Relative to the town treasurer in the town of Blandford By Representative Pignatelli of Lenox and Senator Downing, a joint petition of William Smitty Pignatelli and Benjamin B. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4288","last_action_date":"2014-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4178/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4178","sponsor":"Nick Collins"}, {"bill_id":652568,"bill_number":"H3741","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","description":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3741/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H3741","sponsor":"Committee on Education"}, {"bill_id":652569,"bill_number":"H4180","title":"The judiciary","description":"The judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-06-11","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H1486","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4180/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4180","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"}, {"bill_id":652570,"bill_number":"S2195","title":"Restoring the minimum wage and providing unemployment insurance reforms","description":"Relative to workforce reform”,-- reports, in part, a “Bill restoring the minimum wage and providing unemployment insurance reforms.” (Senate, No. 2195).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-06-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2195/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2195","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":652571,"bill_number":"S2189","title":"Relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund","description":"Relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2014-06-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2340","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2189/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2189","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":652572,"bill_number":"H4179","title":"Providing for a viral hepatitis prevention, screening, treatment and education program","description":"Amendment Title: An Act providing for a viral hepatitis prevention, screening, treatment and education program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-16","last_action":"Pending new draft of H2021","last_action_date":"2014-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4179/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4179","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":652573,"bill_number":"S2194","title":"Authorizing the town of Ipswich to issue two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Ipswich to issue two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2279","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2194/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2194","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":652574,"bill_number":"S2190","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"Amendment Title: to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants The committee on Health Care Financing, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants (Senate, No. 1931), reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2190).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-12","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2190/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2190","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":652890,"bill_number":"H4181","title":"Promoting economic growth across the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act promoting economic growth across the Commonwealth House bill No. 4165, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 372 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4192/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4192","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"}, {"bill_id":653306,"bill_number":"S2200","title":"Budget Amendment","description":"Budget Amendment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-05-21","last_action":"See S4","last_action_date":"2014-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2200/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2200","sponsor":"Michael Rush"}, {"bill_id":653308,"bill_number":"H4195","title":"Authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of police officer David Johnson","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Conway to continue the employment of police officer David Johnson By Representative Kulik of Worthington and Senator Downing, a joint petition of Stephen Kulik and Benjamin B. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2280","last_action_date":"2014-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2233/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2233","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"}, {"bill_id":653998,"bill_number":"H4234","title":"Health care financing matters","description":"Health care financing matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-06-30","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H369","last_action_date":"2014-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4234/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4234","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":653999,"bill_number":"S2232","title":"Act to ensure continued humane animal care in Massachusetts","description":"Act to ensure continued humane animal care in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2232/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2232","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"}, {"bill_id":654002,"bill_number":"H4235","title":"Relative to pharmacy practice in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to pharmacy practice in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4235/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4235","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":654028,"bill_number":"S2225","title":"The Global Warming Solutions Act","description":"The Global Warming Solutions Act","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2225/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2225","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"}, {"bill_id":654029,"bill_number":"S2226","title":"Public Funds","description":"Public Funds","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-26","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2226/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2226","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"}, {"bill_id":654030,"bill_number":"S2234","title":"Issues related to the Judiciary","description":"Issues related to the Judiciary","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-06-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2234/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2234","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"}, {"bill_id":654042,"bill_number":"H4243","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4243/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4243","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"}, {"bill_id":654043,"bill_number":"H4239","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises By Representative Dykema of Holliston and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Carolyn C. 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Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 339 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4336/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4336","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"}, {"bill_id":654714,"bill_number":"S2292","title":"Relative to local housing authorities","description":"Relativerelative to local housing authorities (House, No. 4316); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2292.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"See H4316","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2292/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2292","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654715,"bill_number":"S2296","title":"Certain judicial procedures in the superior court","description":"Relativerelative to certain judicial procedures in the superior court (House, No. 4123); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2295.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"See H4123","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2296/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2296","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ethics and Rules"}, {"bill_id":654716,"bill_number":"S2293","title":"Relative to patient financial protection","description":"Relativerelative to patient financial protection (Senate, No. 477) (the committee on Health Care Financing having recommended that the bill be amended by substitution of a new draft with the same title, Senate, No. 2096) reports, recommending that the proposed Health Care Financing new draft (Senate, No. 2096) ought to pass, with an amendment, substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2293).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2293/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2293","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654717,"bill_number":"S2294","title":"Relative to public health data sharing with the Boston Public Health Commission","description":"Relativerelative to public health data sharing with the Boston Public Health Commission (House, No. 2070); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2294.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"See H2070","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2294/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2294","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654718,"bill_number":"H4335","title":"Relative to certain municipal salaries in the city of Lynn","description":"Relative to certain municipal salaries in the city of Lynn By Representative Fennell of Lynn and Senator McGee, a joint petition of Robert F. Fennell and others (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Lynn be authorized to adjust the salaries of the mayor, city councilors and school committee members of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 332 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4335/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4335","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"}, {"bill_id":654719,"bill_number":"S2295","title":"To eliminate health disparities in the commonwealth","description":"Amendment Title: An Act to eliminate health disparities in the commonwealth The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the commonwealth (House, No. 3888); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2295; and by striking out the title and inserting in place thereof the following title “An Act to eliminate health disparities in the Commonwealth”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"See H3888","last_action_date":"2014-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2295/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2295","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654720,"bill_number":"H4337","title":"To preserve the historic Speedway Administration Building in the Brighton district of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease a portion of a certain parcel of land in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2014-07-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4359","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4337/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4337","sponsor":"Michael Moran"}, {"bill_id":654751,"bill_number":"S2297","title":"Relative to improving notice requirements for self-storage","description":"Relativerelative to improving notice requirements for self-storage,- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2297).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-10-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 351 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2297/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2297","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ethics and Rules"}, {"bill_id":654752,"bill_number":"S2301","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cary Crossman, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Cary Crossman, an employee of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-02-27","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2301/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2301","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"}, {"bill_id":654753,"bill_number":"H4338","title":"Authorizing the department of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc.","description":"Authorizing the department of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-07-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4338/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4338","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654754,"bill_number":"H4343","title":"Relative to industrial wastewater discharge of dental facilities","description":"Relativerelative to industrial wastewater discharged from dental facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-07","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-08-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4343/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4343","sponsor":"James Miceli"}, {"bill_id":654755,"bill_number":"H4339","title":"Relative to the Squibnocket Pond Overlay District in the town of Chilmark","description":"Relative to the Squibnocket Pond Overlay District in the town of Chilmark By Representative Madden of Nantucket and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Timothy R. Madden and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Chilmark be authorized to prohibit the use of certain chemicals in said town. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-11-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 376 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4339/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4339","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":654756,"bill_number":"S2299","title":"Updating privacy protections for personal electronic information","description":"Bill Title: An Act updating privacy protections for personal electronic information The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill updating privacy protections for personal electronic information,- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2299).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2299/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2299","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":654757,"bill_number":"H4346","title":"To promote the sustainable economic development of the former Weymouth Naval Air Station for the benefit of the towns of Abington, Rockland, and Weymouth, the NAS South Weymouth Region and the Commonwealth","description":"To promote the sustainable economic development of the former Weymouth Naval Air Station for the benefit of the towns of Abington, Rockland, and Weymouth, the NAS South Weymouth Region and the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2014-07-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4360","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4346/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4346","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"}, {"bill_id":654758,"bill_number":"H4345","title":"Authorizing the transfer of a parcel of land from the Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the City of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the transfer of a certain parcel of land from the Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2014-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4345/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4345","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"}, {"bill_id":654759,"bill_number":"S2303","title":"Further regulating mercury management","description":"Bill Title: An Act further regulating mercury management Report of the committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches, with reference to the House amendments to the Senate Bill further regulating mercury management (Senate, No. 1758) (amended by the House by striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 3601, amended),-- reports, a “Bill to further regulating mercury management.” (Senate, No. 2303).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 196 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2303/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2303","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":654760,"bill_number":"H4341","title":"Exempting William Gregory Gordon from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of North Andover","description":"Bill Title: An Act exempting William Gregory Gordon from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of North Andover By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition of Diana DiZoglio (by vote of the town) that the town of North Andover be authorized to appoint William Gregory Gordon as a police officer in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-07-24","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4341/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4341","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"}, {"bill_id":654761,"bill_number":"S2300","title":"Dissolving the contributory retirement system of the town of Athol","description":"For legislation to dissolve the Athol contributory retirement system. Public Service. 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State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 266 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4344/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4344","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"}, {"bill_id":654764,"bill_number":"H4340","title":"Relative to the town clerk in the town of Edgartown","description":"Relative to the town clerk in the town of Edgartown By Representative Madden of Nantucket and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Timothy R. Madden and Daniel A. Wolf (by vote of the town) that the town of Edgartown be authorized to change the position of town manager from elected position to an appointed position. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 399 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4340/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4340","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"}, {"bill_id":654765,"bill_number":"S2302","title":"Relative to a vote in the Berkshire Hills Regional School District","description":"Relativerelative to a vote in the Berkshire Hills Regional School District. 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Public Service. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2014-07-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2382","last_action_date":"2014-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2314/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2314","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"}, {"bill_id":655160,"bill_number":"H4351","title":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","description":"Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-28","last_action":"Recommended new draft for H3975","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4351/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4351","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":655161,"bill_number":"H4352","title":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment","description":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-28","last_action":"Recommended new draft for H4141","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4352/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4352","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"}, {"bill_id":655162,"bill_number":"H4361","title":"Authorizing the town of Mansfield to grant additional liquor licenses","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Mansfield to grant additional liquor licenses By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition of F. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4413","last_action_date":"2014-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4361/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4361","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"}, {"bill_id":655163,"bill_number":"H4356","title":"Establishing the MetroWest commission on the status of women and girls","description":"Amendment Title: An Act establishing the MetroWest commission on the status of women and girls","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-28","last_action":"New text for S1920","last_action_date":"2014-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4356/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4356","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655210,"bill_number":"H4354","title":"Creating a commission to study the feasibility of divestment of fossil fuels from the Commonwealth's pension systems","description":"Creating a commission to study the feasibility of divestment of fossil fuels from the Commonwealth's pension systems","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-08-28","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4354/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4354","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"}, {"bill_id":655211,"bill_number":"S2319","title":"Resolve An Act establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts","description":"Resolve Title: Resolve An Act establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts The committee on Ethics and Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts (Senate, No.2112),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2319).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2014-07-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2014-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2319/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2319","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ethics and Rules"}, {"bill_id":655212,"bill_number":"H4363","title":"Authorizing the transfer of a parcel of land from the Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the city of Boston","description":"Authorizing the transfer of a parcel of land from the Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the city of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 281 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4363/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4363","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"}, {"bill_id":655213,"bill_number":"S2322","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"Relativerelative to sheriffs (Senate, No. 1155),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2322).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-29","last_action":"Read; 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-08-11","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4364/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4364","sponsor":"Todd Smola"}, {"bill_id":655219,"bill_number":"S2321","title":"Authorizing the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System to issue pension funding bonds or notes","description":"Amendment Title: An Act authorizing the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System to issue pension funding bonds or notes The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill authorizing the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System to issue pension funding bonds or notes (House, No. 3377); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2321.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"See H3377","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2321/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2321","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655220,"bill_number":"S2323","title":"Creating a special commission studying cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code","description":"For legislation to create a special commission studying cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code. 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July 30, 2014.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 371 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4380/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4380","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"}, {"bill_id":655282,"bill_number":"H4372","title":"To promote the sustainable economic development of the former Weymouth Naval Air Station for the benefit of the towns of Abington, Rockland, and Weymouth, the NAS South Weymouth Region and the Commonwealth","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote the sustainable economic development of the former Weymouth Naval Air Station for the benefit of the towns of Abington, Rockland, and Weymouth, the NAS South Weymouth Region and the Commonwealth Substituted by the House, on a motion of Mr. Mariano of Quincy, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4360). 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July 30, 2014. . House Steering, Policy and Scheduling.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 235 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4374/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4374","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":655286,"bill_number":"H4378","title":"Relative to organ retention","description":"Relative to organ retention Substituted by the House, on a motion of Mr. Hunt of Boston, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2106). July 30, 2014.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 267 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4378/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4378","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":655287,"bill_number":"S2324","title":"To promote and advance motorcycle safety.","description":"Bill Title: An Act to promote and advance motorcycle safety. The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate to promote and advance motorcycle safety (Senate, No. 1677),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2324).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2324/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2324","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655288,"bill_number":"S2325","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relativerelative to motor vehicle service contracts (Senate, No. 1952),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2325).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2325/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2325","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655289,"bill_number":"S2333","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Cambridge","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Cambridge The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Cambridge (Senate, No. 2309),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2333).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 265 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2333/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2333","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655290,"bill_number":"H4379","title":"Relative to the leasing of certain land owned by the Worcester City Campus Corporation","description":"Relative to the leasing of certain land owned by the Worcester City Campus Corporation","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 429 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4379/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4379","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"}, {"bill_id":655291,"bill_number":"S2328","title":"Relative to the clerks of courts","description":"Relativerelative to the clerks of courts (House, No. 4253); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2328.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"See H4253","last_action_date":"2014-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2328/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2328","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655292,"bill_number":"S2326","title":"Relative to healthy kids.","description":"Relativerelative to healthy kids (Senate, No. 2047),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2326).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2014-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2014-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2326/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2326","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":655293,"bill_number":"S2331","title":"Relative to real lives","description":"Relativerelative to real lives (House, No. 4237); 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Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-01-21","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/19/2014 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2014-11-12","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4509/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4509","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"}, {"bill_id":658168,"bill_number":"S2388","title":"Relative to discontinuing the fluoride supplementation of the Rockport water supply","description":"For legislation relative to discontinuing the fluoride supplementation of the Rockport water supply. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-12-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 400 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2388/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2388","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"}, {"bill_id":658169,"bill_number":"S2387","title":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the town of Millbury","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of special police officers in the town of Millbury. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-10-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4572","last_action_date":"2014-12-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2387/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2387","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":658213,"bill_number":"H4511","title":"Validating the actions taken at a certain state election in the town of Mattapoisett","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at a certain state primary in the town of Mattapoisett Massachusetts.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 468 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4511/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4511","sponsor":null}, {"bill_id":658214,"bill_number":"H4510","title":"Relative to the composition of the citizens advisory committee for the former Northampton State Hospital","description":"Relative to the composition of the citizens advisory committee for the former Northampton State Hospital","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-10-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4549","last_action_date":"2014-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4510/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4510","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":658215,"bill_number":"H4512","title":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Wakefield Veterans Relief Fund","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the town of Wakefield to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Wakefield Veterans Relief Fund By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition of Donald H. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 423 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4512/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4512","sponsor":"Donald Wong"}, {"bill_id":658216,"bill_number":"S2389","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Therese Cormier, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Unspecified Title: An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Therese Cormier, an employee of the Trial Court Senate, Thursday, October 23, 2014 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate establishing a sick leave bank for Therese Cormier, an employee of the Trial Court (Senate, No. 2380),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new with the same title (Senate, No. 2389).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 370 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2389/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2389","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":658217,"bill_number":"H4513","title":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to designate a check off box on its tax bills for the Wakefield Veterans Memorial and Patriotic Celebration Fund","description":"Bill Title: An Act Authorizing the town of Wakefield to designate a check off box on its tax bills for the Wakefield Veterans Memorial and Patriotic Celebration Fund By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition of Donald H. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-10-30","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2390/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2390","sponsor":"Michael Moore"}, {"bill_id":659073,"bill_number":"S2391","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dean Bassett, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dean Bassett, an employee of the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2014-12-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 385 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2014-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2391/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2391","sponsor":"Richard Moore"}, {"bill_id":659074,"bill_number":"H4515","title":"Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 19—Energy Management Services (EMS) Contract, Request for Qualifications Process (EMS Regulations)","description":"Bill Title: An Act Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 19—Energy Management Services (EMS) Contract, Request for Qualifications Process (EMS Regulations) Communication from the Department of Energy Resources of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (under the provisions of section 12 of Chapter 25A of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 225 CMR 19—Energy Management Services (EMS) Contract, Request for Qualifications Process (EMS Regulations). 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 473 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4540/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4540","sponsor":"Thomas Petrolati"}, {"bill_id":660867,"bill_number":"S2402","title":"Relative to certificates of insurance","description":"Relativerelative to certificates of insurance (Senate, No. 2077),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft of the same title (Senate, No. 2402).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 493 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2402/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2402","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":660868,"bill_number":"S2401","title":"Relative to credit for reinsurance requirements","description":"Relativerelative to credit for reinsurance requirements (House, No. 4326); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2401.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-11-26","last_action":"See H4326","last_action_date":"2014-11-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2401/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2401","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":660869,"bill_number":"H4539","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Janet Frame, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Janet Frame, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 439 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4539/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4539","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"}, {"bill_id":660870,"bill_number":"H4541","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Matthew McConville, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Matt McConville, an employee of the Department of Revenue. 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Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-11-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2403/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2403","sponsor":"James Timilty"}, {"bill_id":661608,"bill_number":"S2404","title":"Relative to the town of Barre","description":"For legislation relative to the town of Barre. Public Service. 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Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 434 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4542/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4542","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"}, {"bill_id":661759,"bill_number":"S2405","title":"Relative to the financial condition of the town of Winchendon","description":"For legislation relative to the financial condition of the town of Winchendon. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 448 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2405/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S2405","sponsor":"Stephen Brewer"}, {"bill_id":661760,"bill_number":"H4544","title":"Relative to the sale of malt beverages and distilled spirits at auction","description":"Relative to the sale of malt beverages and distilled spirits at auction","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 454 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4544/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4544","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"}, {"bill_id":661995,"bill_number":"S2406","title":"Relative to the special election in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"For legislation relative to the special election in the city known as the town of Greenfield. 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[Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2014-12-08","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2014-12-11","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4547/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4547","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"}, {"bill_id":661997,"bill_number":"H4545","title":"Relative to the treatment of mentally ill in prisons","description":"Relative to the treatment of mentally ill in prisons","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 446 of the Acts of 2014","last_action_date":"2015-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4545/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4545","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"}, {"bill_id":661998,"bill_number":"H4549","title":"Relative to the composition of the citizens advisory committee for the former Northampton State Hospital","description":"Relative to the composition of the citizens advisory committee for the former Northampton State Hospital","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2014-12-08","last_action":"Senate receded from its amendments","last_action_date":"2015-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4549/2013","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/House/H4549","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"}, {"bill_id":661999,"bill_number":"H4548","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant to the town of Belchertown a certain parcel of land in the town of Belchertown","description":"Bill Title: An Act authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant to the town of Belchertown a certain parcel of land in the town of Belchertown By Mr. Petrolati of Ludlow, a petition of Thomas M. 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