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{"bill_id":669119,"bill_number":"S5","title":"Forming a special committee of the Senate to conduct regional public forums","description":"Relative to forming a special committee of the Senate to conduct regional public forums.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Adopted Roll Call #2 [YEAS 40 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S5/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S5","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":683200,"bill_number":"S6","title":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the (temporary committee on Ethics and Rules) to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2015-2016","description":"Proposed Senate Rules recommended by the (temporary committee on Ethics and Rules) to be adopted as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2015-2016","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-15","last_action":"Printed as amended, see S8","last_action_date":"2015-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S6/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S6","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ethics and Rules"},
{"bill_id":691062,"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":"2015-01-08","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-01-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":700078,"bill_number":"H45","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michele Shuman, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michelle Shuman, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-02-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-02-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H45/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H45","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":700093,"bill_number":"H44","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for MaryEllen Dean, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maryellen Dean, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-01-09","last_action":"Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-01-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H44/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H44","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":700109,"bill_number":"H47","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Stephanie Shanen, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephanie Shanen, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-01-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-02-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H47/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H47","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":700124,"bill_number":"H46","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Carlson, an employee of the Department of the State Police","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Carlson, an employee of the Department of the State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H46/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H46","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":706087,"bill_number":"H2015","title":"The rules of the House of Representatives for the years 2015-2016","description":"Relative to House Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions (House, No. 2015). January 29, 2015.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-29","last_action":"Published as amended, see H2016","last_action_date":"2015-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2015","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":706113,"bill_number":"H2017","title":"The Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Representatives for the years 2015 and 2016","description":"Relative to Joint Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017). January 29, 2015.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-01-29","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Montigny-Petruccelli-Tarr), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2015-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2017","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":706138,"bill_number":"H48","title":"Creating a sick leave bank for Robert Paterwic","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Paterwic, an employee of the Department of Industrial Accidents. Temporary committee on House Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H48/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H48","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":710939,"bill_number":"S9","title":"Amendments to declaration of trust","description":"Report of the State Retirement Benefits Board of Trustees (pursuant to Section 24A of Chapter 32A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to the declaration of trust. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-02","last_action":"Report accepted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S9/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":710987,"bill_number":"S8","title":"Text of the Senate Rules as adopted by the Senate as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2015-2016.","description":"Text of the Senate Rules as adopted by the Senate as the permanent rules of the Senate for 2015-2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S8/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S8","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":714073,"bill_number":"H50","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David Ogar, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David Ogar, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Temporary committee on House Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H50/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H50","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":714097,"bill_number":"H49","title":"Addressing the fiscal year 2015 budget shortfall","description":"Relative to addressing the fiscal year 2015 budget shortfall.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-02-05","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H52","last_action_date":"2015-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H49/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H49","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":714124,"bill_number":"S7","title":"The Joint Rules of the Senate and House of Representatives for the years 2015 and 2016","description":"Relative to Joint Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-05","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S11","last_action_date":"2015-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S7/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S7","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":714150,"bill_number":"H51","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Vickie Myers, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Vickie Myers, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H51/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H51","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":714176,"bill_number":"S10","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James Goguen, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James Goguen, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Senate Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S10/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S10","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":715228,"bill_number":"H2016","title":"House Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions","description":"Relative to House Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions, as amended and adopted by the House. January 29, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-29","last_action":"Order adopted, see H56","last_action_date":"2015-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2016","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":719324,"bill_number":"H52","title":"Addressing the fiscal year 2015 budget shortfall","description":"Addressing the fiscal year 2015 budget shortfall","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-02-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H52/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H52","sponsor":"Committee on House Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":724482,"bill_number":"H54","title":"Annual report of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under sections 21, 102 and 103 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2014 compared with such index for the year 2013","description":"Relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2014 compared with such index for the year 2013","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H54/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H54","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":724567,"bill_number":"H53","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robin Allen, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robin Allen, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-03-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H53/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H53","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":726021,"bill_number":"S11","title":"Senate, February 12, 2015 – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Order relative to Joint Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017, amended) – being the text of Senate document numbered 7, printed as amended.","description":"Senate, February 12, 2015 – Text of the Senate amendment to the House Order relative to Joint Rules governing the 2015-2016 legislative sessions (House, No. 2017, amended) – being the text of Senate document numbered 7, printed as amended.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-12","last_action":"Text of S7, printed as amended","last_action_date":"2015-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S11/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S11","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":727959,"bill_number":"S2","title":"Message from Her Honor the Lieutenant-Governor relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the general concerns of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-07","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2","sponsor":"Karyn Polito"},
{"bill_id":727975,"bill_number":"S12","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Matthew Arpano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Matthew Arpano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Senate Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S16","last_action_date":"2015-02-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S12/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S12","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":727990,"bill_number":"H55","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to establish the date of its annual town election","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Scituate to establish the date of its annual town election.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H55/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H55","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":728007,"bill_number":"S13","title":"A report of the Senate Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change entitled: NO TIME TO WASTE: Our climate clock is ticking and our natural resources, public health and the future of our economy are at stake","description":"A report of the","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-02-17","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-02-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S13/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S13","sponsor":"Global Warming and Climate Change"},
{"bill_id":730898,"bill_number":"H56","title":"The House Rules governing the 2015-2016 Legislative Sessions","description":"Filed by Mr. DeLeo of Winthrop. February 19, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-02-19","last_action":"Order adopted, see H2016","last_action_date":"2015-02-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H56/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H56","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":733900,"bill_number":"S15","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Audrey Graham Smith, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Audrey Graham Smith, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 15).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S15/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S15","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":734051,"bill_number":"S14","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Audrey Graham Smith, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Audrey Graham Smith, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Senate Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S15","last_action_date":"2015-02-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S14/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S14","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":739266,"bill_number":"H57","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of North Reading","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of North Reading. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-02-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H66","last_action_date":"2015-03-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H57/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H57","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":739456,"bill_number":"S16","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Matthew Arpano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Matthew Arpano, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 16).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S16/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S16","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":739643,"bill_number":"H58","title":"Relative to the town of Reading home rule charter","description":"For legislation to amend the home rule charter of the town of Reading. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-02-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H63","last_action_date":"2015-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H58/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H58","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":742784,"bill_number":"H59","title":"Validating the actions taken at the annual town and special state elections held in the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at the annual town and special state elections held in the town of Westborough.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H59/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H59","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":742799,"bill_number":"H60","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-03-02","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3203","last_action_date":"2015-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H60/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H60","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":745120,"bill_number":"H61","title":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","description":"Relative to providing for an employee retirement incentive program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H61/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H61","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":745175,"bill_number":"H62","title":"To support working families","description":"Relative to to support working families.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H62/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H62","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":745234,"bill_number":"H1","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016","description":"Relative to making appropriations for fiscal year 2016.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Reported, in part, by a new draft, see H3400","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":746402,"bill_number":"H63","title":"Relative to the town of Reading home rule charter","description":"Relative to the town of Reading home rule charter","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H63/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H63","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":746407,"bill_number":"S18","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for James O’Brien, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for James O’Brien, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S18/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S18","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":746412,"bill_number":"S19","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Candida Leonard, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Candida Leonard, an employee of the Department of Corrections. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S19/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S19","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":746417,"bill_number":"S17","title":"Proposed regulations for 205 CMR 14.00","description":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (under the provisions of Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations governing supplemental licensure procedures for 205 CMR 14.00. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2015-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S17/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":747043,"bill_number":"S20","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. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"Read second, amended and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S20/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S20","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"},
{"bill_id":748625,"bill_number":"H64","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Simon Valedi, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Simon Valedi, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H64/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H64","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":749861,"bill_number":"H125","title":"Ensuring equal access to services for all residents of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure equal access to services for certain residents of the Commonwealth, notwithstanding alienage or immigration status. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Scheduled for consideration by the House under Rule 7A","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H125","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":749862,"bill_number":"H1054","title":"Relative to in-state tuition fairness","description":"Relative to in-state tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1054","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":749863,"bill_number":"H126","title":"Relative to living at home with use of technology for people with disabilities and seniors","description":"Relative to the use of technology by people with disabilities and seniors. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H126","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":749864,"bill_number":"H973","title":"To reduce administrative burdens for healthcare providers","description":"Relative to contracts required by health care organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H973","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":749865,"bill_number":"H1565","title":"Relative to transfer on death real estate registration","description":"For legislation to authorize owners of interests in real property to execute and record a transfer on death deed to such property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1565","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":749866,"bill_number":"H1458","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1458","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":749867,"bill_number":"H335","title":"Promoting school safety and student success through effective school-based law enforcement","description":"Relative to school safety and student success through school-based law enforcement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S297","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H335","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":749868,"bill_number":"H1538","title":"Banning partial birth abortions","description":"For legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1538","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":749869,"bill_number":"H1374","title":"To Stop Educator Sexual Abuse, Misconduct and Exploitation S.E.S.A.M.E","description":"Relative to the hiring of applicants who would be employed by or in schools in positions involving direct contact with children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1374","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":749870,"bill_number":"H1492","title":"Relative to the charitable donation of leftover food by restaurants","description":"Relative to the donations of leftover food by restaurants and cafeterias. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1492","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":749871,"bill_number":"H1218","title":"To prevent vexatious litigation and waste of judicial resources","description":"By Representative Calter of Kingston and Senator deMacedo, a joint petition of Thomas J. Calter and others that plaintiffs who have filed five or more unsuccessful petitions in the past seven years be classified as vexatious litigants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1218","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":749872,"bill_number":"H1495","title":"Relative to the temporary release of persons under the care of the department of mental health","description":"Relative to the parameters for the temporary release of persons under the care of the Department of Mental Health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1495","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":749873,"bill_number":"H1502","title":"Relative to public possession of marijuana in a municipality","description":"Relative to the possession of marijuana on certain public property in cities and towns. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1502","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":749874,"bill_number":"H180","title":"Relative to clarifying homeowners right to perform electrical work","description":"Relative to the performance of electrical work by single family homeowners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H180","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":749875,"bill_number":"H1237","title":"Relative to stop fraudulent representation of business against performers","description":"For legislation to prohibit fraudulent representation of businesses against performing artists. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1237","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":749876,"bill_number":"H424","title":"Supporting municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to authorize school districts to establish a reserve fund for certain special education and transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H424","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":749877,"bill_number":"H1546","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 involving moral turpitude from acting as a professional solicitor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1546","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":749878,"bill_number":"H829","title":"Relative to motor vehicle premiums","description":"For legislation to prohibit non-moving violations from being considered surchargeable incidents under the motor vehicle insurance law. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H829","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"},
{"bill_id":749879,"bill_number":"H1610","title":"Adjusting the salaries of justices of the judicial branch","description":"Relative to the salaries of justices of the judicial branch. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1610","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":749880,"bill_number":"H1100","title":"Relative to the management of condominium associations","description":"For legislation to assist condominium association members in accessing certain paperwork. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1100","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":749881,"bill_number":"H1149","title":"Relative to court fees","description":"For legislation to require the refunding of court fees for persons found innocent of civil motor vehicle infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1149","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":749882,"bill_number":"H11","title":"Relative to disabled persons’ parking placards","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to disabled persons’ parking placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H11/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H11","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749883,"bill_number":"H607","title":"Regarding ballot voting options","description":"Relative to adding a “none of the above” option to ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H607","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":749884,"bill_number":"H847","title":"Relative to the electronic submission of claims","description":"Relative to the electronic submission of insurance claims. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H847","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":749885,"bill_number":"H1171","title":"Relative to ensuring quality mental health services in state correctional facilities","description":"For legislation to establish the Department of Mental Health as the oversight agency for the mental health system within the state prison system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1171","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":749886,"bill_number":"H1420","title":"Relative to the use of telephones in places of detention","description":"Relative to the use of telephones by persons in detention facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1420","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":749887,"bill_number":"H1247","title":"To promote child well-being, community supervision and efficient use of state resources","description":"Relative to juvenile court jurisdiction to divert from further court processing of certain children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1247","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":749888,"bill_number":"H1583","title":"Establishing a criminal justice data systems task force","description":"For legislation to create a task force to analyze administrative data to for the Commonwealth’s criminal justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1583","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":749889,"bill_number":"H1412","title":"Relative to parole supervision for life","description":"Relative to parole supervision for life. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1412","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749890,"bill_number":"H1536","title":"Relative to an unauthorized radio telecommunication","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the unauthorized transmission to, or interference with, a public or commercial radio station. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4109","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1536","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":749891,"bill_number":"H1662","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1662","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":749892,"bill_number":"H1498","title":"Relative to vacant, foreclosing and foreclosed property in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to vacant property, foreclosed property and property in the process of foreclosure. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1498","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":749893,"bill_number":"H920","title":"Relative to consumer choice of vision and eyecare services","description":"Relative to consumer choice of vision and eyecare services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H920","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":749894,"bill_number":"H83","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H83/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H83","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":749895,"bill_number":"H805","title":"Relative to the fair payment of services","description":"Relative to the minimum hourly labor rate that insurers pay on insured claims for repairs made by registered motor vehicle repair shops. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4197","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H805","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":749896,"bill_number":"H811","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H811","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":749897,"bill_number":"H1480","title":"Relative to the care and custody of individuals revived with naloxone","description":"Relative to the care and custody of drug dependent individuals revived with naloxone. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1480","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":749898,"bill_number":"H1096","title":"Relative to capital relief","description":"Relative to relief in tenant counterclaims. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1096","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":749899,"bill_number":"H675","title":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse","description":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3766","last_action_date":"2015-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H675","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":749901,"bill_number":"H1186","title":"Relative to exclusive probate court jurisdiction regarding abuse prevention orders affecting minors","description":"Relative to probate court jurisdiction regarding abuse prevention orders affecting minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1186","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":749902,"bill_number":"H918","title":"Relating to fire insurance","description":"Relative to the payment of fire insurance claims on real estate losses. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H918","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":749903,"bill_number":"H225","title":"Updating chapter 93H data security protections to include biometric information","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy and security of residents’ biometric information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H225","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":749904,"bill_number":"H1012","title":"Relative to the establishment of rates of payment to medical providers for workers’ compensation","description":"Relative to the establishment of rates of payment to medical providers for workers’ compensation. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1012","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":749905,"bill_number":"H755","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H755","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":749906,"bill_number":"H368","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H368","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":749907,"bill_number":"H587","title":"Relative to electronic poll books","description":"Relative to the use of electronic poll books. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3232","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H587","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":749908,"bill_number":"H1134","title":"Relative to condominium or homeowners associations","description":"Relative to condominium associations and homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1134","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":749909,"bill_number":"H252","title":"Relative to licensure requirements for Jefte Rivera","description":"For legislation to authorize Jefte Rivera to apply for a certificate B journeyman electrician license. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H252","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":749910,"bill_number":"H1362","title":"Relative to healthcare proxies","description":"Relative to health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1362","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":749911,"bill_number":"H1079","title":"Relative to Littleton affordable housing","description":"Relative to the affordable housing inventory in the town of Littleton. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1079","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":749912,"bill_number":"H1296","title":"Relative to child transportation companies","description":"Relative to the penalties for wantonly or recklessly leaving an unattended child in a child transportation vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1296","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":749913,"bill_number":"H857","title":"Relative to protecting consumers by providing notice","description":"Relative to written estimates of the cost of certain motor vehicle body repairs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H857","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":749914,"bill_number":"H1084","title":"Relative to procedures of the housing appeals committee","description":"Relative to meetings and procedures of the housing appeals committee. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1084","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":749915,"bill_number":"H260","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H260","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":749916,"bill_number":"H29","title":"Relative to lottery pilot projects","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to Lottery pilot projects. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4417","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H29/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H29","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749917,"bill_number":"H604","title":"Relative to election emergencies","description":"For legislation to authorize said secretary to postpone or otherwise regulate elections during emergency situations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H604","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":749918,"bill_number":"H1619","title":"Relative to regulations requiring secure videotaping of the booking process of state police arrestees","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1619","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":749919,"bill_number":"H1245","title":"Relative to parent-child privilege","description":"Relative to parent-child privilege in delinquency or youthful offender proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1245","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":749920,"bill_number":"H533","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H533","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":749921,"bill_number":"H1379","title":"Relative to the rescue of foals","description":"Relative to the transfer of ownership of foals under five months by shelters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1379","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":749922,"bill_number":"H1130","title":"Relative to creating a statutory housing restriction and providing remedies related to statutory housing","description":"Relative to statutory housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1130","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":749923,"bill_number":"H491","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"Relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H491","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":749924,"bill_number":"H1229","title":"Permitting persons to bring car damage arising from a pothole against the public entity into small claims court","description":"For legislation to authorize the filing for damages in small claims court against a public entity arising from a pothole under the jurisdiction of said entity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1229","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":749925,"bill_number":"H410","title":"Relative to parental notification","description":"Relative to parental options of enrolling children in elective courses involving sexual education rather than opting out of mandatory courses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H410","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749926,"bill_number":"H539","title":"Relative to public street listings","description":"For legislation to allow citizens to opt out of publishing their street listing information while retaining their right to vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H539","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":749927,"bill_number":"H397","title":"Requiring public school districts to add civics to their curriculum","description":"For legislation to require the teaching of civics in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H397","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":749928,"bill_number":"H1170","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1170","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":749929,"bill_number":"H375","title":"Relative to the composition of 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H375","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":749930,"bill_number":"H1437","title":"Relative to manslaughter","description":"Relative to the fine for manslaughter by a construction company. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1437","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":749931,"bill_number":"H215","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to issue one additional liquor license","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Montague to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3369","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H215","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":749932,"bill_number":"H1668","title":"To affecting municipal rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to restricting the use of marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1668","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":749933,"bill_number":"H727","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H727","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":749934,"bill_number":"H402","title":"Relative to school foundation budgets","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill and others that current employee and retiree health care costs shall be included in the calculation of the foundation budget for school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H402","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":749935,"bill_number":"H886","title":"Relative to the providing of mammograms","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H886","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":749936,"bill_number":"H1427","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1427","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":749937,"bill_number":"H732","title":"Establishing the Assawompset Pond Complex Flood Management District Commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Assawompset Pond Complex flood management district commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H732","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":749938,"bill_number":"H1423","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1423","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":749939,"bill_number":"H932","title":"Relative to title insurance closing protection letters","description":"Relative to title insurance closing protection letters. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H932","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":749940,"bill_number":"H944","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for PANDAS/PANS","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H944","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":749942,"bill_number":"H1157","title":"Establishing a mandatory sentence for destruction, defacement or damage to burial tombs and grave markers","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1157","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":749943,"bill_number":"H386","title":"Relative to social media password privacy","description":"Relative to social media password privacy for school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H386","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":749944,"bill_number":"H614","title":"Providing for the term of office of the City Council in the city of Springfield","description":"Relative to the terms of office of city councilors in the city of Springfield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/05/2015 from 02:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":"Election Laws","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H614","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":749945,"bill_number":"H393","title":"To assure opportunity for all students with disabilities","description":"Relative to improving procurement procedures to ensure opportunities for students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H393","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":749946,"bill_number":"H1414","title":"Relative to repeat drunk driving offenders","description":"Relative to repeat offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1414","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749947,"bill_number":"H836","title":"Relative to false, fraudulent, or misleading statements","description":"Relative to false, fraudulent or misleading statements concerning medical examinations in life insurance applications. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H836","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":749948,"bill_number":"H413","title":"Relative to a PARCC workgroup","description":"For legislation to establish a working group (including members of the General Court) relative to the implementation of the Common Core State Standards and Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H413","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749949,"bill_number":"H408","title":"Relative to parental notification for out-of-school-district counseling referrals","description":"Relative to parental notification for out-of-school-district counseling referrals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4297","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H408","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":749950,"bill_number":"H1663","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1663","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":749951,"bill_number":"H10","title":"Relative to Chapter 30B","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H10/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H10","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749952,"bill_number":"H896","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H896","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":749953,"bill_number":"H1635","title":"Relative to the appointment of first assistant clerks of court","description":"Relative to the appointment of first assistant clerks of court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1635","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":749954,"bill_number":"H1114","title":"Relative to zoning density","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1114","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749955,"bill_number":"H1340","title":"Relative to parental rights and child survivors of homicide","description":"Relative to parental rights and child survivors of homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1340","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":749956,"bill_number":"H201","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H201","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":749957,"bill_number":"H1478","title":"Relative to synthetic marijuana and other dangerous chemical compounds","description":"For legislation to classify synthetic marijuana and other dangerous chemical compounds as class C controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4310","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1478","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":749958,"bill_number":"H280","title":"An act relative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays","description":"Relative to the sale of alcohol on Sundays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H280","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":749959,"bill_number":"H557","title":"Ensuring election integrity through voter identification","description":"Relative to the identification requirements for voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H557","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":749960,"bill_number":"H1038","title":"Creating a scholarship fund to increase the number of medical providers who are knowledgeable in autism","description":"For legislation to create a scholarship fund to increase the number of medical providers who are knowledgeable in autism. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S671","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1038","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":749961,"bill_number":"H616","title":"Relative to political expenditures by corporations","description":"Relative to political expenditures by corporations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H616","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":749962,"bill_number":"H382","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H382","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":749963,"bill_number":"H1214","title":"To improve title insurance","description":"Relative to the feasibility of establishing state-owned title insurance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1214","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":749964,"bill_number":"H507","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"For legislation to establish a curriculum on personal financial literacy in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H507","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":749965,"bill_number":"H1059","title":"To expand UMMS class size and allow up to 25 non-Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to expand class size for non-residents at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1059","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":749966,"bill_number":"H1571","title":"To restore enforcement of civil rights","description":"Relative to the enforcement of certain civil rights laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1571","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":749967,"bill_number":"H1339","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1339","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":749968,"bill_number":"H882","title":"Relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that health insurance policies that cover infantile cataract surgery be required to provide coverage for aphakic lenses for treatment and rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H882","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":749969,"bill_number":"H712","title":"To promote farm viability","description":"For legislation to promote farm viability. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H712","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":749970,"bill_number":"H1161","title":"Relative to criminal offender record information","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1161","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":749971,"bill_number":"H219","title":"Relative to lottery ticket litter reduction","description":"For legislation to a establish a “second chance” lottery to help address the problem of lottery ticket litter. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H219","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":749972,"bill_number":"H35","title":"To rename the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act and make other amendments thereto","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to renaming the Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act and to make other amendments thereto. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H35/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H35","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749973,"bill_number":"H722","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H722","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":749974,"bill_number":"H564","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H564","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":749975,"bill_number":"H629","title":"Relative to the Mosquito Borne Disease Control Board","description":"Relative to the Mosquito Borne Disease Control Board. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H629","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":749976,"bill_number":"H1069","title":"Allowing public higher education institutions to retain in-state tuition","description":"For legislation to authorize public institutions of higher education to retain funds received as in-state tuition. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3950","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1069","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":749977,"bill_number":"H383","title":"Relative to transportation of regional vocational schools","description":"Relative to the transportation of regional vocational school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H383","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":749978,"bill_number":"H1409","title":"Relative to juror service","description":"Relative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1409","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":749979,"bill_number":"H1438","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry","description":"By Mr. Koczera of New Bedford, a petition of Robert M. Koczera and Antonio F. D. Cabral 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1438","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":749980,"bill_number":"H752","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"For legislation to provide for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S451","last_action_date":"2015-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H752","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":749981,"bill_number":"H656","title":"Relative to municipal assistance for clean water and economic development infrastructure","description":"For legislation to establish a capital outlay program for maintenance and improvements to municipal drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure assets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H656","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":749982,"bill_number":"H1441","title":"Banning partial birth abortions","description":"For legislation to prohibit partial birth abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1441","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":749983,"bill_number":"H38","title":"Making uniform certain aspects of mediation","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to making uniform certain aspects of mediation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H38/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H38","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749984,"bill_number":"H1195","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1195","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":749985,"bill_number":"H1677","title":"Relative to rape of a child by force","description":"Relative to the penalty imposed by the courts for the rape of a child under fourteen years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1677","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":749986,"bill_number":"H1344","title":"Relative to the waiver of billable hours for the private bar in certain circumstances","description":"Relative to the waiver of the annual cap on billable hours set by the Committee for Public Counsel Services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1344","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":749987,"bill_number":"H1356","title":"Protecting an individual's 'right to be forgotten', as a remedy available under data protection law, enabling a data subject to obtain from the data controller the erasure of links to data which the data subject regards as prejudiced to him or her","description":"Relative to protecting an individual’s “right to be forgotten” as a remedy available under data protection law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1356","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":749988,"bill_number":"H866","title":"Relative to Public Funds","description":"Relative to the depositing of public monies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H866/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H866","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":749989,"bill_number":"H37","title":"Revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to revising the Uniform Arbitration Act for commercial disputes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H37/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H37","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":749990,"bill_number":"H346","title":"Relative to civic education in public schools","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop a civic education curriculum to be included within the history and/or social science curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H346","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":749991,"bill_number":"H328","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H328","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":749992,"bill_number":"H634","title":"Relative to pet grooming","description":"For legislation to establish a pet grooming license. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4046","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H634","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":749993,"bill_number":"H688","title":"Relative to farmers’ markets","description":"Relative to farmers’ markets. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H688","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":749994,"bill_number":"H1482","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1482","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":749995,"bill_number":"H1095","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1095","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":749996,"bill_number":"H176","title":"Establishing a board of registration in physical therapy","description":"Relative to establishing a board of registration in physical therapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H176","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":749997,"bill_number":"H1473","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1473","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":749998,"bill_number":"H862","title":"Relative to insurance co-pays","description":"Relative to co-payments for any regular preventative screening or testing required by a physician . Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H862","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":749999,"bill_number":"H1006","title":"Relative to administering national standards to Medicaid medical necessity reviews","description":"Relative to administering national standards to Medicaid medical necessity reviews. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1006","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750000,"bill_number":"H626","title":"To create the Department of Agricultural Resources and Marine Fisheries","description":"For legislation to establish a department of agricultural resources and marine fisheries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H626","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750001,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H453","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750002,"bill_number":"H1185","title":"Relative to competency for juveniles","description":"Relative to the competency of juveniles to stand trial. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1185","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750003,"bill_number":"H650","title":"Extending the permit term authority of the Department of Conservation and Recreation on department property from 5 years to 10 years","description":"Relative to extending the permit term authority of the Department of Conservation and Recreation on department property from 5 years to 10 years. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4653","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H650","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":750004,"bill_number":"H1124","title":"Relative to affordable housing units","description":"Relative to affordable housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1124","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750005,"bill_number":"H196","title":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Tyngsborough be authorized to issue up to ten additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3368","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H196","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750006,"bill_number":"H1618","title":"To establish the Massachusetts innocence commission","description":"For legislation to establish an innocence commission to analyze the circumstances of innocent persons being charged, prosecuted, convicted and incarcerated. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1618","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750007,"bill_number":"H1549","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1549","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750008,"bill_number":"H1616","title":"To protect privacy","description":"For legislation to provide certain protections in criminal investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1616","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750009,"bill_number":"H1072","title":"To further commercialization and job creation through innovation at research universities","description":"For legislation to establish an innovation commercialization seed fund to provide initial investments to researchers and students at the University of Massachusetts and certain other research universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1072","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750010,"bill_number":"H508","title":"Relative to greater transparency and accountability for out of district placement costs","description":"Relative to greater transparency and accountability for out-of-district placement costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H508","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750011,"bill_number":"H1238","title":"Relative to filing slander against anonymous parties on the internet","description":"Relative to filing actions of slander against anonymous parties on the internet. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1238","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750012,"bill_number":"H1667","title":"To affecting property owners and employers rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to property rights and medical marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1667","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750013,"bill_number":"H390","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H390","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750014,"bill_number":"H1264","title":"Relative to juvenile violence","description":"Relative to juvenile sexual abuse violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1264","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750015,"bill_number":"H1316","title":"Clarifying the removal statute","description":"For legislation to allow for the removal of children only if said removal results in a direct benefit to the child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1316","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750016,"bill_number":"H1307","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1307","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750017,"bill_number":"H1052","title":"Relative to tuition for U.S. Veterans","description":"By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition of Marc T. Lombardo and others that veterans of the armed services be considered residents for the purpose of admission and tuition expenses for state colleges, community colleges or universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1052","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750018,"bill_number":"H1119","title":"Prohibiting Level 2 and 3 Sex Offenders from Public Housing Hotels and Motels","description":"For legislation to prohibit access for convicted level 2 or level 3 sex offenses to certain public housing subsidized by the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1119","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750019,"bill_number":"H630","title":"An act regulating boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Agricultural Resources to promulgate rules and regulations governing boarding kennels and daycare facilities for dogs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4632","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H630","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750020,"bill_number":"H1631","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relative to increases in the maximum fee charged by any person authorized to take bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1631","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":750022,"bill_number":"H1421","title":"Relative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status","description":"Relative to judicial discretion regarding immigration status. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1421","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750023,"bill_number":"H915","title":"Relative to automobile insurance rates","description":"Relative to the fixing or establishing of certain motor vehicle insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H915","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":750024,"bill_number":"H175","title":"Relative to non-compete agreements for veterinarians","description":"Relative to non-compete agreements for veterinarians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H175","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":750025,"bill_number":"H574","title":"To ensure secure voting equipment","description":"Relative to ensuring secure voting equipment. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H574","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750026,"bill_number":"H849","title":"Relative to the fiduciary responsibilities of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts","description":"Relative to the fiduciary responsibilities of lenders for non-payment of insurance premiums from escrowed accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H849","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":750027,"bill_number":"H1579","title":"To prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"For legislation to protect tenants and prevent vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1579","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":750028,"bill_number":"H713","title":"To promote the care and well-being of livestock","description":"For legislation to direct the Commissioner of the Department of Agricultural Resources to establish a livestock care and standards board to ensure the humane keeping and treatment of livestock. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H713","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750029,"bill_number":"H778","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H778","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":750030,"bill_number":"H541","title":"Further regulating disclosure requirements for expenditures made to support or oppose candidates by certain committees","description":"Relative to the reporting requirements of candidates. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H541","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750031,"bill_number":"H181","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H181","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750032,"bill_number":"H1350","title":"Amending the statute of limitations regarding criminal prosecutions for the crimes of sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to eliminating the statute of limitations on an indictment or complaint alleging certain offenses of indecent assault and battery or rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1350","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":750033,"bill_number":"H950","title":"Amending Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2012","description":"For legislation to require that individual policies of accident and sickness insurance cover the cost of treating cleft lip and cleft palate for children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second, amended and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H950","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750034,"bill_number":"H1525","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of motor vehicle crashes","description":"Relative to increasing the penalties for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1525","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750035,"bill_number":"H474","title":"Relative to student data privacy","description":"Relative to the collection and dissemination of student data. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H474","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":750036,"bill_number":"H1533","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1533","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750037,"bill_number":"H1464","title":"Relative to fires and explosions","description":"Relative to fires or explosions that cause injury. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1464","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750038,"bill_number":"H170","title":"Relative to state lottery agents","description":"Relative to the commission paid to licensed lottery sales agents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H170","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":750039,"bill_number":"H1125","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1125","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750040,"bill_number":"H486","title":"Relative to circuit breaker reimbursement","description":"Relative to the calculation of special education reimbursement amounts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H486","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750041,"bill_number":"H1188","title":"Relative to limiting recurring parole hearings for persons convicted of second degree murder","description":"Relative to parole hearings for persons convicted of second degree murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1188","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750042,"bill_number":"H117","title":"Relative to the licensure and regulation of au pair and nanny agencies by the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H117","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750043,"bill_number":"H195","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H195","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":750044,"bill_number":"H1327","title":"Relative to annoying telephone calls","description":"Relative to the penalty for persons making annoying and abusive telephone calls. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1327","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750045,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H466","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750046,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1399","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750047,"bill_number":"H1120","title":"Establishing an Affordable Housing Qualification Commission","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing qualifications and recertification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1120","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750048,"bill_number":"H249","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2076","last_action_date":"2015-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H249","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":750049,"bill_number":"H935","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H935","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":750050,"bill_number":"H721","title":"Relative to industrial hemp","description":"Relative to industrial hemp. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4170","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H721","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750051,"bill_number":"H833","title":"Relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers","description":"For legislation to require prescription drug insurance providers to provide coverage for the expense of medically prescribed voice-synthesizers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H833","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750052,"bill_number":"H496","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H496","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750053,"bill_number":"H621","title":"Instructing the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to study the feasibility of repurposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for the purposes of fish and shellfish farms","description":"Relative to directing the Department of Fish and Game to study the feasibility of re-purposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for use as a fish and shellfish farm. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H621","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750054,"bill_number":"H235","title":"Improving the cosmetology industry","description":"Relative to authorizing licensed cosmetologists to perform eyelash tinting procedures. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H235","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750055,"bill_number":"H636","title":"Relative to the feeding of wildlife","description":"Relative to the feeding of wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H636","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":750056,"bill_number":"H1147","title":"To amend Section 21, Chapter 40B of the General Laws relative to Regional Planning","description":"Relative to applications for low or moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1147","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750057,"bill_number":"H1031","title":"Relative to the Health Care Security Trust Board of Trustees","description":"Relative to the Health Care Security Trust Board of Trustees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1031","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750058,"bill_number":"H336","title":"To improve educational outcomes for children in the Commonwealth from birth through school age","description":"Relative to promoting child development and school-readiness. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H336","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750059,"bill_number":"H355","title":"Relative to student conduct","description":"Relative to suspensions or expulsions of public school students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H355","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750060,"bill_number":"H303","title":"Concerning gateway municipalities","description":"Relative to the definition of “gateway municipality”. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H303","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750061,"bill_number":"H832","title":"Relative to insurance vehicle surcharges","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H832","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":750063,"bill_number":"H498","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"For legislation to provide the highest quality education through access of innovative and research-based language education instructional programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4330","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H498","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":750064,"bill_number":"H145","title":"Relative to bona fide business entities","description":"Relative to the definition of “bona fide business entities”. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H145","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750065,"bill_number":"H277","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S162","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H277","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750066,"bill_number":"H299","title":"To establish the Western Massachusetts Balanced Sustainable Development Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a balanced sustainable development commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H299","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750067,"bill_number":"H576","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primaries","description":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primaries. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H576","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750068,"bill_number":"H775","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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4171","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H775","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750069,"bill_number":"H257","title":"Relative to notification of licensees","description":"Relative to notification to licensees of applications for licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H257","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":750070,"bill_number":"H709","title":"Conserving our natural resources","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of trapping devices to take beaver and muskrat. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4165","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H709","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750071,"bill_number":"H398","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H398","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750072,"bill_number":"H701","title":"Relative to studying tidal turbines","description":"Relative to establishing an oceanographic and tidal power research fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4633","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H701","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750073,"bill_number":"H1615","title":"Relative to abuse prevention","description":"For legislation to provide additional assistance to victims of domestic abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1615","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750074,"bill_number":"H479","title":"To authorize codes of conduct for players, coaches, officials and parents in athletic settings","description":"For legislation to establish a code of conduct for players, coaches, officials and parents in athletic settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H479","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750075,"bill_number":"H859","title":"Ensuring pharmacy access","description":"Relative to the rights of pharmacists to participate as preferred health care providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H859","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750076,"bill_number":"H228","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3879","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H228","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750077,"bill_number":"H902","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H902","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":750078,"bill_number":"H763","title":"To invasive plants","description":"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 the control of invasive plants. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H763","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750079,"bill_number":"H1289","title":"Relative to civil infractions for juveniles","description":"Relative to certain civil infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4311","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1289","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750080,"bill_number":"H1111","title":"Relative to housing production","description":"For legislation to establish a small-scale housing development demonstration program within the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4136","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1111","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750081,"bill_number":"H208","title":"Relative to unsolicited credit cards, checks, and vouchers by mail","description":"Relative to unsolicited credit cards, checks and vouchers by mail. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H208","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750082,"bill_number":"H528","title":"Relative to nursing facility care","description":"Relative to nursing facility care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H528","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750083,"bill_number":"H460","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H460","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750084,"bill_number":"H662","title":"Relative to the groundwater survey program","description":"Relative to the groundwater survey program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H662","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750085,"bill_number":"H1099","title":"Relative to condo association meetings","description":"Relative to meetings of condominium associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1099","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750086,"bill_number":"H657","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H657","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750087,"bill_number":"H1246","title":"Relative to the appointment of private counsel","description":"Relative to rates of compensation payable to counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1246","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":750088,"bill_number":"H764","title":"Establishing a cranberry industry revitalization task force","description":"By Representative Straus of Mattapoisett and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition of William M. Straus, Michael J. Rodrigues and others for the establishment of a task force (including members of the General Court) to investigate short and long-term solutions to preserving and strengthening the cranberry industry. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4162","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H764","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750089,"bill_number":"H207","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S152","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H207","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750090,"bill_number":"H1500","title":"Relative to civil liability for protecting one’s home","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1500","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":750091,"bill_number":"H1073","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts higher education matching grants program","description":"Relative to establishing the higher education matching grants program in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4059","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1073","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750092,"bill_number":"H472","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H472","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750093,"bill_number":"H898","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for Devic's Disease","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for Devic’s Disease. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H898","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":750094,"bill_number":"H109","title":"Relative to strengthening public assistance programs","description":"Relative to strengthening public assistance programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H109","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":750095,"bill_number":"H580","title":"To reduce signature requirements for nominating papers","description":"For legislation to reduce signature requirements for nomination papers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H580","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":750096,"bill_number":"H1135","title":"Relative to condominiums or homeowners association governance and meetings","description":"Relative to the governance and meetings of condominium associations and homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1135","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750097,"bill_number":"H369","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H369","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750098,"bill_number":"H1109","title":"To address the need for additional resources for the development of affordable housing for low-income seniors","description":"Relative to the development of affordable housing for low-income seniors. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1109","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750099,"bill_number":"H442","title":"Relative to school-served food products","description":"Relative to public school lunches or breakfasts listing the amount of carbohydrates contained in all food products served to diabetic children, teachers and faculty. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H442","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750100,"bill_number":"H589","title":"Relative to election officers in cities and towns","description":"Relative to election officers in cities and towns. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H589","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750101,"bill_number":"H1483","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1483","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750102,"bill_number":"H800","title":"Promoting continuity of care for multiple sclerosis treatment","description":"Relative to health insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H800","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750103,"bill_number":"H1666","title":"Clarifying municipal regulations regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to clarifying municipal regulations regarding medical marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1666","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750104,"bill_number":"H711","title":"To strengthen the Massachusetts agricultural infrastructure relative to meat and poultry production and processing","description":"For legislation to establish a state meat inspection program and enhance the meat and poultry slaughter and processing infrastructure in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H711","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750105,"bill_number":"H1232","title":"To increase the penalty for school tardiness","description":"For legislation to increase the penalty assessed on parents or guardians for excessive school truancy of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1232","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750106,"bill_number":"H637","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H637","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750107,"bill_number":"H899","title":"Relative to universal voluntary retirement accounts","description":"Relative to universal voluntary retirement accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4204","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H899","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":750108,"bill_number":"H676","title":"To regulate the incineration of solid waste","description":"Relative to prohibiting additional incineration of solid waste materials. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4669","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H676","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750109,"bill_number":"H1342","title":"To streamline the judicial review of local land use decisions","description":"For legislation to streamline the judicial review of local land use decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1342","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750110,"bill_number":"H726","title":"Relative to industrial wastewater discharge of dental facilities","description":"Relative to industrial wastewater discharge of dental facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H726","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750111,"bill_number":"H327","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4330","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H327","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750112,"bill_number":"H112","title":"Protecting Department of Children and Families social workers’ home addresses","description":"Relative to protecting Department of Children and Families social workers’ home addresses. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H112","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750113,"bill_number":"H1206","title":"To protect property of elder or disabled persons","description":"Relative to penalties for property crimes against elderly or disabled persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1206","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750114,"bill_number":"H746","title":"Providing for the maintenance of the Neponset River for the health and safety of the public","description":"By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia and David Hodgdon that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be directed to perform regular review and maintenance of the Neponset River in the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H746","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750115,"bill_number":"H728","title":"Relative to the use of shotguns","description":"Relative to the promulgation of regulations by the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement for the use and possession of shotgun ammunition types for the purposes of hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H728","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":750116,"bill_number":"H852","title":"Regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for cervical cancer and women’s preventative health screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H852","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750117,"bill_number":"H1349","title":"Amending the statute of limitations in civil rights actions","description":"Relative to civil rights actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1349","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":750118,"bill_number":"H517","title":"Relative to mandatory reporting of elder abuse","description":"Relative to mandated reporting of elder abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H517","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750119,"bill_number":"H168","title":"Relating to motor fuel","description":"Relative to the advertisement of motor fuel. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H168","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750120,"bill_number":"H1678","title":"Relative to sexual deviants","description":"Relative to increasing the penalty for persons convicted of certain sexual crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1678","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":750121,"bill_number":"H599","title":"To ensure elected representation","description":"Relative to the filing of vacancies of certain nominated candidates for public office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H599","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750122,"bill_number":"H1641","title":"Relative to the false representation of military status","description":"Relative to the false representation of military status. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1641","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":750123,"bill_number":"H555","title":"Relative to the reimbursement of local costs of special elections","description":"Relative to the reimbursement of local costs of special elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H555","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750124,"bill_number":"H27","title":"Relative to retirement benefits","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H27/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H27","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750125,"bill_number":"H1256","title":"Relative to the tracking of certain electronic devices","description":"Relative to data derived from technology used for toll collections. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1256","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":750126,"bill_number":"H1087","title":"Relative to senior and non-elderly disabled housing","description":"Relative 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1087","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750127,"bill_number":"H1620","title":"Eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses","description":"Relative to eliminating mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1620","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750128,"bill_number":"H198","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H198","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750129,"bill_number":"H757","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H757","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750130,"bill_number":"H146","title":"Allowing retail stores and shops to open on Thanksgiving Day","description":"For legislation to authorize retail stores to open during holidays. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H146","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750131,"bill_number":"H743","title":"To repower Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a special task force (including members of the General Court) to study interim and longer-term actions necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4656","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H743","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750132,"bill_number":"H1066","title":"Relative to breaking generational cycles of poverty","description":"For legislation to create a transitional aid to families with dependent children career pathways trust fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2099","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1066","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750133,"bill_number":"H894","title":"To increase access to primary care for women","description":"Relative to requiring insurance carriers to recognize nurse midwives as participating providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H894","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750134,"bill_number":"H538","title":"Assuring that polling places are accessible to elderly and physically challenged voters","description":"For legislation to ensure that polling places are accessible to handicapped and elderly voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H538","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750135,"bill_number":"H349","title":"Establishing a personal financial literacy curriculum in schools","description":"Relative to establishing a personal financial literacy curriculum in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H349","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":750136,"bill_number":"H689","title":"To establish municipal agricultural commissions","description":"By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition of Kate Hogan and others that cities and towns be authorized to establish agricultural commissions for the promotion and development of agricultural resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H689","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":750137,"bill_number":"H1503","title":"Relative to landlords accountability with regard to drug houses","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for landlords knowingly providing premises to be used for illegal drug purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1503","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750138,"bill_number":"H1194","title":"Correcting a procedural omission regarding actions against certain decedents under the Uniform Probate Court","description":"For legislation to correct procedural omissions regarding actions against certain decedents under the Uniform Probate Code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 364 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750139,"bill_number":"H1312","title":"Establishing the child's voice in family courts","description":"Relative to the preferences of the child in divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1312","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750140,"bill_number":"H1032","title":"Relative to cost reduction in the Medicaid program by improving early childhood oral health","description":"Relative to the management of early childhood caries among MassHealth patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1032","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750141,"bill_number":"H1490","title":"To put foreclosed homes back on the market","description":"For legislation to expedite the sale of foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1490","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750142,"bill_number":"H229","title":"Clarifying spa regulations","description":"For legislation to exempt certain pools from certain licensing requirements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H229","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750143,"bill_number":"H1108","title":"To establish an apprenticeship program to ready vacant public housing apartments for occupancy","description":"For legislation to establish an apprentice training program to expedite the re-occupancy of vacant units of state-assisted housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3696","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1108","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750144,"bill_number":"H273","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4181","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H273","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750145,"bill_number":"H923","title":"Relative to pediatric plans of care","description":"Relative to the maximum allowable number of treatments for certain pediatric care plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H923","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750146,"bill_number":"H416","title":"Relative to the consideration of ergonomically designed school buildings","description":"Relative to the feasibility of ergonomically designed school buildings and its beneficial impact on students and faculty. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H416","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750147,"bill_number":"H1071","title":"Relative to higher education capital investment in gateway cities","description":"Relative to higher education capital investments in gateway municipalities or abutting municipalities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1071","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":750148,"bill_number":"H846","title":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to mortgage review boards and a small business loan review board within the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H846","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750149,"bill_number":"H889","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H889","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750150,"bill_number":"H1201","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1201","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750151,"bill_number":"H1493","title":"Relative to modernizing the Registries of Deeds","description":"Relative to the registered land in the office of an assistant recorder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3862","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1493","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750152,"bill_number":"H78","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4614","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H78/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H78","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750153,"bill_number":"H967","title":"To protect healthcare reform funding","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a Medicaid and health care reform Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) trust fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H967","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750154,"bill_number":"H85","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education costs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H85/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H85","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750155,"bill_number":"H98","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H98/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H98","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750156,"bill_number":"H807","title":"Relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes","description":"Relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H807","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750157,"bill_number":"H1115","title":"Streamlining permitting for housing","description":"For legislation to expedite the permitting process for housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1115","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750158,"bill_number":"H1614","title":"Relative to telephone service for inmates in all correctional and other penal institutions in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to telephone service for inmates in correctional institutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1614","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750159,"bill_number":"H966","title":"To preserve eligibility for the PACE program and certain waivered services","description":"For legislation to include certain income levels in calculating nursing home benefits payable under the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H966","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750160,"bill_number":"H1497","title":"To prohibit gunfire directed at dwelling houses","description":"Relative to the penalties for using a weapon with intent to strike a dwelling house. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4314","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1497","sponsor":"Rady Mom"},
{"bill_id":750161,"bill_number":"H1276","title":"Relative to use of ways by pedestrians (i.e. jaywalking)","description":"Relative to fines for certain illegal pedestrian movement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1276","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":750162,"bill_number":"H304","title":"Relative to limited liability corporations dealing with children","description":"By Mr. Arciero of Westford, a petition of James Arciero that limited liability corporations dealing with children be licensed through the Department of Early Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H304","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":750163,"bill_number":"H1603","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1603","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750164,"bill_number":"H770","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H770","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750165,"bill_number":"H799","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H799","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750166,"bill_number":"H435","title":"To address regional school transportation parity","description":"Relative to regional school transportation parity. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H435","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750167,"bill_number":"H1552","title":"To require timely recourse to deficiency judgments after foreclosure","description":"For legislation to reduce the time within which actions may be taken to recover certain amounts due after a foreclosure. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1552","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750168,"bill_number":"H520","title":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"Relative to stabilizing the Commonwealth’s nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S352","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H520","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750169,"bill_number":"H226","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Relative to secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3797","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H226","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":750170,"bill_number":"H1404","title":"Protecting children from domestic violence","description":"Relative to protecting children from domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1404","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750171,"bill_number":"H154","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse racing","description":"Relative to thoroughbred horse racing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4459","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H154","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750172,"bill_number":"H678","title":"Protecting the Commonwealth's lakes and ponds","description":"Relative to protecting lakes and ponds by establishing an invasive aquatic plant management fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H678","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750173,"bill_number":"H164","title":"Relative to reciprocity for licensing optometrists","description":"Relative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S149","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H164","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750174,"bill_number":"H1203","title":"Improving juror service","description":"Relative to juror service certificates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1203","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750175,"bill_number":"H910","title":"To revise auto insurance claim payments","description":"For legislation to revise motor vehicle insurance claim payments. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H910","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":750176,"bill_number":"H1485","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"Relative to engaging in high speed chases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1485","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":750177,"bill_number":"H241","title":"Relative to protecting consumers of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the sale of used mattresses, box springs, studio couches and futon mattresses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H241","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750178,"bill_number":"H591","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H591","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":750179,"bill_number":"H490","title":"To ensure charter school transparency and public accountability","description":"For legislation to ensure charter school transparency and public accountability. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H490","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750180,"bill_number":"H1074","title":"Providing tuition retention at the University of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to tuition and charges at the University of Massachusetts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1074","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750181,"bill_number":"H400","title":"Relative to special education","description":"Relative to the foundation funding of special education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H400","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":750182,"bill_number":"H12","title":"Relative to tax returns","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H12/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H12","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750183,"bill_number":"H1117","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1117","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750184,"bill_number":"H1309","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"Relative to patient safety, medical error reporting and medical malpractice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1309","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750185,"bill_number":"H91","title":"Ensuring healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire and others for the establishment of an access to healthcare task force (including members of the General Court) for former foster youth to review the barriers of access to healthcare for youth who are aging out or have aged out of the care of the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S102","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H91/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H91","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750186,"bill_number":"H1178","title":"Relative to the unlawful passing of a school bus","description":"Relative to the unlawful passing of a school bus. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1178","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":750187,"bill_number":"H741","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4656","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H741","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750188,"bill_number":"H1148","title":"Regarding asset forfeiture","description":"Relative to the asset forfeiture of child pornography. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1148","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":750189,"bill_number":"H964","title":"To preserve affordable health coverage for Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to preserve affordable health coverage for residents of the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H964","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750190,"bill_number":"H326","title":"To expand universal pre-kindergarten","description":"Relative to the possible expansion of universal pre-kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H326","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750191,"bill_number":"H247","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H247","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750192,"bill_number":"H858","title":"To improve access to child and adolescent mental health services","description":"Relative to access to child and adolescent mental health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H858","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750193,"bill_number":"H1364","title":"Relative to reporting sex offender treatment program outcomes by the Commissioner of Department of Corrections and the Department of Youth Services","description":"Relative to the reporting of sex offender treatment program outcomes by the Commissioners of the Department of Correction and the Department of Youth Services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1364","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750194,"bill_number":"H338","title":"Relative to positive outcomes and relations for students","description":"Relative to student safety. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S297","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H338","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":750195,"bill_number":"H256","title":"Relative to the transport, storage and sale of used bedding","description":"Relative to the transportation, storage and sale of used bedding. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H256","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":750196,"bill_number":"H1332","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1332","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750197,"bill_number":"H731","title":"To Ensure Proper Stewardship of Honeybees by the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory committee on the protection of honeybees in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4187","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H731","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":750198,"bill_number":"H284","title":"Investigating the economic impact of certain Massachusetts laws","description":"Relative to the economic impact of minimum pricing laws on businesses and residents in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H284","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750199,"bill_number":"H494","title":"Relative to National Background Check Fees","description":"For legislation to exempt employees of public school districts from fees associated with background checks. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H494","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":750200,"bill_number":"H1519","title":"To enhance courthouse security","description":"Relative to the penalty for the possession of a firearm in a courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S940","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1519","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750201,"bill_number":"H224","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H224","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":750202,"bill_number":"H612","title":"Relative to certain county elections for certain vacancies","description":"Relative to elections to fill vacancies in certain county positions. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H612","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750203,"bill_number":"H233","title":"To improve fairness and uniformity in real estate transactions","description":"Relative to uniformity in real estate transactions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H233","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750204,"bill_number":"H351","title":"Establishing an educational mandate working group","description":"For legislation to establish a educational mandate working group. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H351","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750205,"bill_number":"H447","title":"Relative to school threats","description":"Relative to certain school threats. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H447","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750206,"bill_number":"H1088","title":"Relative to capital relief in a counterclaim","description":"Relative to relief in a tenant counterclaim. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1088","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":750207,"bill_number":"H1323","title":"Increasing parental involvement with childcare","description":"Relative to the involvement of non-custodial parents in child care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1323","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750208,"bill_number":"H1673","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"Relative to the penalties for motor vehicle operators refusing to stop for a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1673","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750209,"bill_number":"H329","title":"Relative to increasing special education circuit breaker and regional transportation reimbursement","description":"Relative to the formula for district reimbursement through the special education circuit breaker. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H329","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750210,"bill_number":"H469","title":"Relative to maintaining school funding","description":"For legislation to eliminate the limit on Horace Mann charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H469","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750211,"bill_number":"H365","title":"Relative to testing requirements for veterans who wish to become educators","description":"Relative to testing requirements for veterans who wish to become educators. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4144","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H365","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":750212,"bill_number":"H686","title":"Regarding underground storage tanks","description":"Relative to underground storage tank financial reimbursement for damages caused by negligent releases. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H686","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750213,"bill_number":"H1507","title":"Regarding the protection of children","description":"Relative to the penalty for failure to report certain injuries to or abuse of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1507","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750214,"bill_number":"H1680","title":"Relative to indemnification of the University of Massachusetts police","description":"Relative to indemnification of the University of Massachusetts police. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1680","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750215,"bill_number":"H1612","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1612","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750216,"bill_number":"H529","title":"Relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide emergency aid to certain elderly and disabled residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H529","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750217,"bill_number":"H1242","title":"To punish drug distribution causing death","description":"Relative to the punishment for deaths caused as the result of the injection, inhalation or ingestion of drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1242","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750218,"bill_number":"H1320","title":"Relative to privacy and safety in public accommodations","description":"Relative to the definition of gender identity as it applies to lawfully segregated facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1320","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750219,"bill_number":"H324","title":"To require school attendance up to age eighteen or until graduation","description":"For legislation to require school attendance up to age eighteen or until graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H324","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750220,"bill_number":"H1510","title":"Relative to the impersonation of police officers","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for persons convicted of impersonating a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1510","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750221,"bill_number":"H315","title":"Relative to the dismissal of teachers","description":"Relative to the procedures for the dismissal of public, private or charter school teachers. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H315","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750222,"bill_number":"H532","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in assisted living residences","description":"For legislation to require automated external defibrillators in assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H532","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750223,"bill_number":"H372","title":"Relative to teaching excellence","description":"For legislation to implement a validated common core of professional teaching knowledge. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H372","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750224,"bill_number":"H1468","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1468","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750225,"bill_number":"H1592","title":"Relative to discrimination because of a known relationship or association with a handicapped individual","description":"Relative to discrimination because of a known relationship or association with a handicapped individual. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1592","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750226,"bill_number":"H1426","title":"Relative to student driver safety","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue reflective decals indicating that the driver of a vehicle may be the holder of a junior operator’s license. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1426","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750227,"bill_number":"H844","title":"Relative to certain banking laws and regulations of the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to certain banking laws and regulations of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H844","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750228,"bill_number":"H222","title":"Relative to clarification of the Massachusetts franchise law","description":"Relative to business practices between motor vehicle manufacturers, distributors and dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H222","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750229,"bill_number":"H834","title":"To amend credit card merchant agreements","description":"Relative to credit card merchant agreements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H834","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":750230,"bill_number":"H1288","title":"Establishing a parent child testimonial privilege","description":"For legislation to establish a parent-child testimonial privilege. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1288","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750231,"bill_number":"H1081","title":"Relative to accessory apartments","description":"Relative to accessory apartments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1081","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750232,"bill_number":"H1017","title":"To set standards for AGO review of provider practices","description":"For legislation to set standards for review by the Attorney General of health care provider practices. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1017","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750233,"bill_number":"H1517","title":"To curtail gang activity and witness intimidation","description":"Relative to the designation of areas within municipalities where courts are located or court business is conducted as municipal judicial safety zones. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1517","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750234,"bill_number":"H1273","title":"To Protect the Health and Safety of Animals in Cars","description":"Relative to confining animals in a motor vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1273","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750235,"bill_number":"H24","title":"Relative to unclaimed property and life insurance proceeds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to unclaimed property and life insurance proceeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H24/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H24","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750236,"bill_number":"H976","title":"Further regulating the substitution of interchangeable biosimilars","description":"Relative to the substitution of interchangeable biosimilars. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H976","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750237,"bill_number":"H1028","title":"Requiring the Division of Medical Assistance to provide adequate rates","description":"For legislation to require the Division of Medical Assistance to provide adequate, annually adjusted rates. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1028","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750238,"bill_number":"H1591","title":"Relative to child abuse reporting requirements","description":"Relative to child abuse reporting requirements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1591","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750239,"bill_number":"H302","title":"To promote local economic development","description":"For legislation to authorize the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development to establish a local economic development assistance program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S219","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H302","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750240,"bill_number":"H15","title":"Relative to the MassDOT internal special audit unit","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to the MassDOT internal special audit unit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H15/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H15","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750241,"bill_number":"H463","title":"Relative to providing screening for dyslexia","description":"For legislation to ensure that each student enrolled in a school district is screened for potential indicators of dyslexia or other reading disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H463","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750242,"bill_number":"H627","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4574","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H627","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750243,"bill_number":"H681","title":"Relative to brownsfields assessment and remediation funds","description":"Relative to communities being granted Brownsfields Assessment and Remediation Funds, notwithstanding the participation of the Regional Planning Organization. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H681","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750244,"bill_number":"H893","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H893","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750245,"bill_number":"H715","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H715","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750246,"bill_number":"H1527","title":"Relative to additional justices of the peace","description":"Relative to providing additional justices of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1527","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":750247,"bill_number":"H110","title":"To increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act","description":"For legislation to increase the Commonwealth’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4534","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H110","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750248,"bill_number":"H632","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H632/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H632","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750249,"bill_number":"H1258","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3860","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1258","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"},
{"bill_id":750250,"bill_number":"H394","title":"Relative to educator licensure","description":"Relative to educator licensure. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4138","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H394","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":750251,"bill_number":"H173","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H173","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750252,"bill_number":"H1398","title":"Relative to the deliberate spread of contagious diseases","description":"Relative to the deliberate spread of contagious diseases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1398","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750253,"bill_number":"H879","title":"Relative to mastectomies","description":"Relative to health insurance coverage for mastectomies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H879","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750254,"bill_number":"H503","title":"To Improve Safety for Massachusetts Residents Who Suffer Allergies","description":"For legislation to provide access to training for school personnel in public schools and charter schools in the administration of epi-pens, so-called. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H503","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":750255,"bill_number":"H1077","title":"Relative to establishing a tuition free program for teachers and paraprofessionals","description":"Relative to establishing a tuition free program for teachers and paraprofessionals. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1077","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":750256,"bill_number":"H1472","title":"To increase penalties for heroin trafficking","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1472","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":750257,"bill_number":"H1043","title":"Relative to college tuition and fees for veterans","description":"For legislation to provide higher education tuition and fee waivers for certain veterans. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1043","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750258,"bill_number":"H613","title":"Relative to election laws","description":"Relative to the agreement among the states to elect the President by national popular vote. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H613","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750259,"bill_number":"H581","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H581","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":750260,"bill_number":"H573","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution A Proposal for an amendment to the Constitution relative to a vacancy in the office of Governor or Lieutenant Governor","description":"Relative to vacancies in the office of Governor or Lieutenant-Governor. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H573","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750261,"bill_number":"H1443","title":"To extend statute of limitations for incest","description":"Relative to extending the statute of limitations for incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1443","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":750262,"bill_number":"H354","title":"Relative to the maximum age of enrollment","description":"For legislation to review the present age limits for student enrollment in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H354","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750263,"bill_number":"H283","title":"Relative to the use of slot machines in veterans' organizations","description":"Relative to the use of slot machines in veterans' organizations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H283","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750264,"bill_number":"H1113","title":"Relative to public housing restrictions","description":"Relative to public housing restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1113","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750265,"bill_number":"H319","title":"Promoting collaboration at level 4/5 schools","description":"Relative to turnaround plans for underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H319","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750266,"bill_number":"H1477","title":"Relating to the humane treatment of elephants","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the mistreatment of elephants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1477","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750267,"bill_number":"H789","title":"To increase access to children’s mental health services in the community","description":"For legislation to require coverage for community and home-based behavioral health care services for certain children and adolescents with mental health disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H789","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750268,"bill_number":"H19","title":"Relative to protecting the federal tax qualification status of Massachusetts public retirement plans","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Teachers’ Retirement Board (House, No. 18) as relates to protecting the federal tax qualification status of Massachusetts public retirement plans. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H19/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H19","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750269,"bill_number":"H1547","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1547","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750270,"bill_number":"H1047","title":"Relative to the Honorable George V. Kenneally, Jr.","description":"For legislation to designate the student center at the University of Massachusetts at Boston as the George V. Kenneally, Jr. Student Center. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1047","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750271,"bill_number":"H30","title":"Relative to lottery compliance investigations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to lottery compliance investigations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4047","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H30/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750272,"bill_number":"H724","title":"Relative to Middlesex Canal Commission","description":"Relative to Middlesex Canal Commission members and operations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4536","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H724","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750273,"bill_number":"H385","title":"To Regulate School Enrollment","description":"For legislation to establish an opt-out admissions lottery process for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H385","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750274,"bill_number":"H1548","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts homestead law","description":"For legislation to expand the definition of “owner” in relation to homestead protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1548","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750275,"bill_number":"H323","title":"To implement full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to the implementation of full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H323","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750276,"bill_number":"H1271","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1271","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750277,"bill_number":"H1560","title":"Establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases","description":"Relative to establishing a right to counsel in certain eviction cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1560","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750278,"bill_number":"H1470","title":"Relative to the collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees","description":"Relative to the collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1470","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":750279,"bill_number":"H1263","title":"Relative to school hazing","description":"Relative to the penalties for hazing by secondary or post secondary students residing in residential schools designated as handicapped housing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1263","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750280,"bill_number":"H1489","title":"Relative to farmers markets","description":"Relative to the liability of farmers’ markets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1489","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750281,"bill_number":"H750","title":"Relative to failed septic systems","description":"Relative to loans for failed septic systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H750","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":750282,"bill_number":"H1319","title":"Relative to establishing paternity","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1319","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750283,"bill_number":"H853","title":"Relative to the domestic life insurance safety fund","description":"For legislation to authorize domestic life companies to hold twenty percent from its surplus funds as a safety fund. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H853","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750284,"bill_number":"H344","title":"Relative to substance abuse education in public schools","description":"Relative to substance abuse education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H344","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750285,"bill_number":"H989","title":"Relative to Medicaid expansion","description":"Relative to Medicaid expansion. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H989","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":750286,"bill_number":"H645","title":"Increasing 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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H645","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":750287,"bill_number":"H700","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H700","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750288,"bill_number":"H753","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"See S2226","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H753","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750289,"bill_number":"H1430","title":"To Provide Stability and Services to Children in Foster Care","description":"Relative to the protection of children in foster care. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1430","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750290,"bill_number":"H1535","title":"Relative to the Homestead Act","description":"Relative to tort liability prior to the acquisition of estates of homestead. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1535","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750291,"bill_number":"H1626","title":"Relative to Asbestos Related Claims","description":"Relative to asbestos-related claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1626","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":750292,"bill_number":"H527","title":"Relative to promoting innovation in eldercare services","description":"Relative to promoting innovation in elder care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H527","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":750293,"bill_number":"H1266","title":"Relative to court filing fees for noncriminal offenses","description":"Relative to court filing fees for noncriminal offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1266","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750294,"bill_number":"H1275","title":"To prevent trafficking in ivory and rhino horns","description":"For legislation to prevent trafficking in ivory and rhino horns. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1275","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750295,"bill_number":"H363","title":"Relative to students with severe disabilities","description":"Relative to an alternate MCAS completion plan for students with certain disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H363","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750296,"bill_number":"H601","title":"Relative to the date of the biennial state primary","description":"Relative to the date of the biennial state primary. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H601","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750297,"bill_number":"H558","title":"Regulating conduct at polling places","description":"For legislation to further regulate conduct at polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H558","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750298,"bill_number":"H1097","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1097","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750299,"bill_number":"H1575","title":"Relative to data collection and fair treatment of drivers","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analysis of data relative to traffic stops. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1575","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750301,"bill_number":"H821","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4760","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H821","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":750302,"bill_number":"H876","title":"Relative to the equitable assessment of bank fees","description":"Relative to the equitable assessment of banking fees imposed on accounts for personal, family or household purposes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H876","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750303,"bill_number":"H1534","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1534","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750304,"bill_number":"H282","title":"Relative to the Wholesale of Malt Beverages produced by a Pub Brewery","description":"Relative to the selling of malt beverages or malt beverage products produced by a pub brewery. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H282","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":750305,"bill_number":"H1216","title":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to increasing penalties for hit and run with a recreational vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4362","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1216","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750306,"bill_number":"H1558","title":"To Define Inducing a Minor into Prostitution","description":"Relative to the penalties for inducing a minor to engage in, agree to engage in or offer to engage in prostitution or sexual conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1558","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750307,"bill_number":"H563","title":"To provide poll workers ample time to vote","description":"For legislation to authorize poll workers in local and state elections to participate in early voting or absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H563","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750308,"bill_number":"H1000","title":"To improve primary care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to community health center reimbursements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4711","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1000","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750309,"bill_number":"H670","title":"Establishing the Designated Port Area Fund","description":"Relative to establishing a designated port area fund for the improvement of existing commercial and marine industrial infrastructures. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H670","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":750310,"bill_number":"H917","title":"Providing for lower cost home insurance by consumers choosing a larger deductible","description":"Relative to providing lower cost homeowners insurance for consumers choosing larger deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H917","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750311,"bill_number":"H153","title":"Relative to Alcohol Transportation","description":"Relative to the allowable amounts of malt beverages and alcohol which may be transported for private use. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H153","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":750312,"bill_number":"H1659","title":"Affecting landlord’s rights","description":"Relative to the representation of a landlord in eviction actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1659","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750313,"bill_number":"H1594","title":"Relative to court appointed legal guardians","description":"Relative to court appointed legal guardians. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1594","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750314,"bill_number":"H640","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 that 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H640","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750315,"bill_number":"H838","title":"Relative to small group health insurance","description":"Relative to small group health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H838","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750316,"bill_number":"H718","title":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund","description":"Relative to annual debt service obligations under the Commonwealth Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4671","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H718","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":750317,"bill_number":"H1613","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1613","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750318,"bill_number":"H237","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4335","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H237","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":750319,"bill_number":"H1504","title":"Relative to persons authorized to officiate marriage ceremonies","description":"Relative to persons authorized to officiate marriage ceremonies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1504","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750320,"bill_number":"H1532","title":"Improving apprehension of drunk drivers and other law violators","description":"Relative to the fresh and continued pursuit of motor vehicle operators by police officers outside of the jurisdiction of said officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1532","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750321,"bill_number":"H190","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H190","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750322,"bill_number":"H148","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H148","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750323,"bill_number":"H1091","title":"Expanding the definition of affordable housing to include manufactured homes","description":"For legislation to include mobile homes in the definition of affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1091","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":750324,"bill_number":"H671","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"For legislation to establish performance standards for the reduction of municipal solid waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S454","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H671","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":750325,"bill_number":"H429","title":"Relative to ensuring the wellbeing of all children in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase participation in early childhood care settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H429","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750326,"bill_number":"H165","title":"To establish licensing standards for drain cleaners","description":"For legislation to provide for the licensing and regulation of drain cleaners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H165","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750327,"bill_number":"H990","title":"Relative to MassHealth coverage","description":"Relative to MassHealth coverage for self-inflicted injuries received by protestors during illegal protests. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H990","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750328,"bill_number":"H980","title":"Relative to funding the Behavioral Health Workforce Development Trust Fund","description":"Relative to funding the Behavioral Health Workforce Development Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H980","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":750329,"bill_number":"H1435","title":"To ensure safe and secure waiting areas","description":"For legislation to mandate separate and secure waiting areas for victims and families in the courts of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1435","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750330,"bill_number":"H845","title":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to the regulation of domestic and foreign money transmissions by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4196","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H845","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750331,"bill_number":"H362","title":"Mandating CPR training in public schools","description":"Relative to mandating cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H362","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750332,"bill_number":"H261","title":"Relative to streamlining home improvement contractor registration","description":"Relative to streamlining home improvement contractor registration. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4022","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H261","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750333,"bill_number":"H485","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relative to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H485","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750334,"bill_number":"H945","title":"Relative to pre-authorization of medical and health care services","description":"For legislation to further regulate the payments by health care carriers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H945","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750335,"bill_number":"H504","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H504","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750336,"bill_number":"H1300","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1300","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":750337,"bill_number":"H972","title":"To reduce liability of acute hospitals to Health Safety Net Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to reduce the liability of acute hospitals relative to the Health Safety Net Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H972","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750338,"bill_number":"H1019","title":"To prohibit material changes above the cost benchmark","description":"Relative to the exceeding of health care cost growth benchmarks by certain providers or provider organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1019","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750339,"bill_number":"H232","title":"Relative to fines for license violations","description":"Relative to fines for alcoholic beverage license violations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H232","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750340,"bill_number":"H419","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to the calculation of the special education reimbursement funding program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H419","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":750342,"bill_number":"H710","title":"Amending the conservation restrictions and agricultural preservation statutes","description":"Relative to conservation restrictions and agricultural preservation restrictions providing non-development covenants on land. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H710","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750343,"bill_number":"H348","title":"Relative to establishing a limit for the municipal revenue growth factor","description":"Relative to municipal revenue growth factors for support of local schools and school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H348","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":750344,"bill_number":"H1665","title":"Affecting landlords’ rights regarding medical marijuana","description":"Relative to rental property and medical marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1665","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750345,"bill_number":"H1075","title":"Relative to the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Program","description":"Relative to the John and Abigail Adams scholarship program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1075","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750346,"bill_number":"H937","title":"Relative to greater fairness in insurance","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of certain discretionary authority by insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H937","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750347,"bill_number":"H13","title":"Allowing for the appointment of designees to the Inspector General Council","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to allowing for the appointment of designees to the Inspector General Council. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H13/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H13","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750348,"bill_number":"H1476","title":"Relative to being an accessory after the fact","description":"Relative to the penalty for being an accessory after the fact. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1476","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750349,"bill_number":"H105","title":"Relative to public benefit requirements","description":"By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr., and Shaunna L. O’Connell 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H105","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":750350,"bill_number":"H1365","title":"Relative to sex offender classification","description":"Relative to the classification of sex offenders diagnosed as pedophiles by a licensed mental health clinician. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1365","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750351,"bill_number":"H1544","title":"Relative to fully inform juries","description":"Relative to allowing defense attorneys to notify jurors of their rights as jurors regarding jury nullification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1544","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750352,"bill_number":"H1359","title":"Amending spousal support payments","description":"Relative to amending spousal support payments by wage assignment and account garnishment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1359","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750353,"bill_number":"H1291","title":"Making corrections to the adopted children's act","description":"Relative to the adoption of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1291","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750354,"bill_number":"H818","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H818","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750355,"bill_number":"H1418","title":"Relative to special juveniles","description":"Relative to petitions to the Juvenile Court or Probate Court on behalf of certain special juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1418","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750356,"bill_number":"H1638","title":"Clarifying a designated offense under the state’s wiretap statute","description":"Relative to clarifying a designated offense under the wire interception law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4313","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1638","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":750357,"bill_number":"H20","title":"Related to the forfeiture of pension upon conviction of child pornography and other offenses","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Teachers’ Retirement Board (House, No. 18) as relates to the forfeiture of pension upon conviction of child pornography and other offenses. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H20/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H20","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750358,"bill_number":"H1385","title":"Relative to establishing an animal abuse registry","description":"For legislation to establish an animal abuse registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1385","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750359,"bill_number":"H792","title":"Relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies","description":"For legislation to provide transparency in the data contained in the payer and provider claims database. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H792","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750360,"bill_number":"H968","title":"Relative to a bundled payment pilot program","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson and others that the Office of Medicaid be directed to establish a bundled payment pilot program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H968","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750361,"bill_number":"H1280","title":"Relative to the further protection of victims of motor vehicle injury","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor and controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1280","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750362,"bill_number":"H428","title":"To increase public school funding in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to increase public school funding in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H428","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750363,"bill_number":"H139","title":"Relative to planning boards' approval of subdivision plans","description":"Relative to the approval by planning boards of subdivision plans in cities and towns. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H139","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750364,"bill_number":"H810","title":"Relative to an investigation to review flood insurance rates","description":"Relative to flood insurance rates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H810","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750365,"bill_number":"H868","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H868","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750366,"bill_number":"H1024","title":"Relative to physician assistants","description":"For legislation to direct MassHealth to fully implement consumer choice of physician assistant services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1024","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":750367,"bill_number":"H121","title":"Affirming inclusion of individuals with disabilities within civil rights protections and nondiscrimination provisions in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H121","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750368,"bill_number":"H141","title":"Relative to partial payments","description":"Relative to home improvement contractors furnishing performance and payment bonds. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H141","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750369,"bill_number":"H796","title":"Relative to requiring insurance for taxicabs and commercial vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring owners of commercial vehicles and taxicabs to maintain a certain amount of liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H796","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750370,"bill_number":"H1080","title":"To address equal access to housing through local zoning","description":"For legislation to address equal access to housing through local zoning. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4140","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1080","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":750371,"bill_number":"H333","title":"Relative to recovery high schools","description":"Relative to funding for summer programming in recovery high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H333","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750372,"bill_number":"H1167","title":"To improve public safety by facilitating access to addiction services","description":"For legislation to require county and state correctional facilities to provide substance abuse services to certain inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1167","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750373,"bill_number":"H598","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H598","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750374,"bill_number":"H1228","title":"To restore community trust in Massachusetts law enforcement","description":"For legislation to clarify the responsibility of law enforcement agencies to enforce federal immigration law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1228","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":750375,"bill_number":"H1617","title":"To provide for recording of statements","description":"For legislation to require that certain interrogations be electronically recorded to be admissible in court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1617","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750376,"bill_number":"H476","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H476","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750377,"bill_number":"H381","title":"Establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group","description":"Relative to establishing an interscholastic athletic competition working group. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H381","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":750378,"bill_number":"H417","title":"Improving students’ access to life saving treatments","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that students with diabetes attending public or private schools be permitted to possess certain medical supplies and administer necessary treatments. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4428","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H417","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750379,"bill_number":"H1002","title":"Relative to establishing a commission to study ER copayments","description":"Relative to copayments for MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1002","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750380,"bill_number":"H451","title":"Relative to pausing PARCC","description":"Relative to the implementation or use of Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H451","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":750381,"bill_number":"H620","title":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","description":"Relative to authorizing and directing the Division of Waterways to dredge the harbor area surrounding the Squantum Yacht Club and Wollaston Yacht Club in the city of Quincy. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3689","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H620","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750383,"bill_number":"H1461","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1461","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750384,"bill_number":"H377","title":"Relating to national fingerprint checks for school employees","description":"Relative to national fingerprint-based criminal background checks for certifying and recertifying certain school employees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H377","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750385,"bill_number":"H1389","title":"Relative to the judicial advisory board","description":"Relative to including an elected clerk of court and district court clerk on the Judicial Advisory Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1389","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750386,"bill_number":"H163","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H163","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750387,"bill_number":"H182","title":"Exempting public school stadiums from certain state regulations","description":"Relative to exempting certain school stadiums from plumbing regulations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H182","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750388,"bill_number":"H795","title":"Relative to mental health insurance","description":"Relative to mental health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H795","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750389,"bill_number":"H1545","title":"Relative to jury disqualifications","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier, Kimberly N. Ferguson and Susan Williams Gifford that jury duty be made optional for legally blind persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1545","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750390,"bill_number":"H113","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relative to administering the medical assistance programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H113","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750391,"bill_number":"H407","title":"Relative to high school civics requirement","description":"Relative to requiring the teaching of civics in all public elementary and high schools in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H407","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750392,"bill_number":"H1628","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to the criteria for the release of terminally ill inmates to alternative locations of confinement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1628","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":750393,"bill_number":"H653","title":"Relative to the Sudbury watershed advisory committee","description":"For legislation to establish the Sudbury watershed advisory committee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H653/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H653","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750394,"bill_number":"H1184","title":"Prohibiting operating a motor vehicle under the influence of inhalants","description":"Relative to operating a motor vehicle under the influence of inhalants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1184","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750395,"bill_number":"H42","title":"Relative to the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H42/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H42","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750396,"bill_number":"H289","title":"Relative to veterans' and other private clubs","description":"For legislation to authorize certain private clubs to operate gaming devices. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H289","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750397,"bill_number":"H1209","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1209","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750398,"bill_number":"H1366","title":"Relative to the prevention of financial exploitation of the elderly","description":"Relative to the prevention of financial exploitation of the elderly. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1366","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750399,"bill_number":"H373","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H373","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750400,"bill_number":"H1182","title":"Amending laws relative to certain judicial procedures","description":"Relative to certain judicial procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1182","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750401,"bill_number":"H660","title":"Relative to zoning regulations","description":"Relative to zoning regulations governing the mining of non-coal earth products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H660","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750402,"bill_number":"H281","title":"Relative to the conduct of raffles and bazaars by certain organizations","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H281","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":750403,"bill_number":"H878","title":"Relative electronic automobile insurance charges","description":"Relative to electronic automobile insurance charges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H878","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750404,"bill_number":"H654","title":"To promote regionalization with watershed based permitting","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be directed to conduct a feasibility study for the implementation of watershed based planning. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H654","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750405,"bill_number":"H831","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H831","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":750406,"bill_number":"H359","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S290","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H359","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":750407,"bill_number":"H1016","title":"Strengthening Market Impact Review","description":"For legislation to strengthen health care provider market impact reviews. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1016","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750408,"bill_number":"H156","title":"Regarding construction supervisor licenses","description":"Relative to construction supervisor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H156","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750410,"bill_number":"H697","title":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products","description":"By Representative Kaufman of Lexington and Senator Donnelly, a joint petition of Jay R. Kaufman, Kenneth J. Donnelly and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be notified by manufacturers of products containing toxic chemicals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H697","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750411,"bill_number":"H286","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4118","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H286","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":750412,"bill_number":"H1643","title":"To establish a child neglect registry","description":"For legislation to establish a child neglect registry. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1643","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":750413,"bill_number":"H1661","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1661","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750414,"bill_number":"H855","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H855","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750415,"bill_number":"H478","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3683","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H478","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750416,"bill_number":"H1484","title":"Relative to attorney recruitment in rural communities","description":"Relative to attorney recruitment in rural communities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1484","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750417,"bill_number":"H665","title":"Providing for more efficient wetlands","description":"Relative to providing more efficient wetlands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H665","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750418,"bill_number":"H1625","title":"To ensure reliable land title to bolster local home ownership and business creation","description":"For legislation to further regulate registries of deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1625","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750419,"bill_number":"H480","title":"Establishing a school choice circuit breaker","description":"Relative to establishing a school choice district reimbursement plan for the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H480","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750420,"bill_number":"H309","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H309","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750421,"bill_number":"H742","title":"Promoting awareness of safe recreation in public waterways","description":"Relative to discharges of certain waste into public waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H742","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750422,"bill_number":"H556","title":"Relative to age requirements in local elections","description":"Relative to age requirements in local elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H556","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750423,"bill_number":"H673","title":"Relative to beavers","description":"For legislation to repeal the law relative to the use of leghold traps for capturing furbearing animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H673","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750424,"bill_number":"H1121","title":"Relative to a lottery for 40B housing residents","description":"Relative to establishing a lottery process in selecting buyers and/or renters for low and moderate income housing units. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1121","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750425,"bill_number":"H69","title":"Relative to public assistance substance screening","description":"For legislation to establish a substance screening program within the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H69/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H69","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":750426,"bill_number":"H321","title":"Relative to charter school admissions","description":"Relative to charter school admissions. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H321","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750427,"bill_number":"H705","title":"To reinstate the clean environment fund","description":"For legislation to reinstate the clean environment fund to reduce waste and protect the environment in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4167","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H705","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":750428,"bill_number":"H318","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4407","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H318","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750429,"bill_number":"H761","title":"Relative to the labeling of seed","description":"Relative to the labeling of plant seeds. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4657","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H761","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":750430,"bill_number":"H1315","title":"Relative to public health volunteer responders","description":"Relative to liability for the medical costs incurred by public health volunteer responders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1315","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":750431,"bill_number":"H649","title":"Relative to the importation of animals for rescue","description":"Relative to procedures and regulations for the transporting of domestic animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4652","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H649","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":750432,"bill_number":"H216","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to issue one additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Montague be authorized 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3370","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H216","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750433,"bill_number":"H118","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H118","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750434,"bill_number":"H888","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"By Ms. Keefe of Worcester, a petition of Mary S. Keefe and others that banks be required to mediate in good faith with homeowners to identify alternative resolutions before starting foreclosures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H888","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":750435,"bill_number":"H1035","title":"To mitigate co-payment rates pursuant to care provided by physician assistants and nurse practitioners","description":"Relative to patient co-payment rates for care provided by physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1035","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750436,"bill_number":"H1671","title":"To increase penalties for distribution of oxycodone","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for the distributing and trafficking of oxycodone and derivatives of oxycodone. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1671","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750437,"bill_number":"H585","title":"Increasing voter participation in primary elections","description":"Relative to increasing voter participation in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H585","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750438,"bill_number":"H275","title":"Relative to issuing prize payments to charities","description":"Relative to issuing lottery prize payments to charities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H275","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":750439,"bill_number":"H602","title":"Relative to specially qualified voters","description":"Relative to specially qualified voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H602","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750440,"bill_number":"H703","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4669","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H703","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750441,"bill_number":"H1648","title":"Relative to possession of hypodermic needles and protecting public safety officials","description":"For legislation to further protect first responders from unprotected exposures caused by needles and establishing a penalty for lying to emergency personnel about possession of such needles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1648","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750442,"bill_number":"H1394","title":"Relative to civil liability for protecting one's home","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1394","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750443,"bill_number":"H1127","title":"Relative to municipal relief with respect to temporary recognition of affordable housing approved by municipalities","description":"Relative to the calculation of affordable housing units by municipalities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1127","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750444,"bill_number":"H887","title":"To require health care coverage for medically necessary treatments required by a student’s individual educational program","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for certain medically necessary treatment for speech therapy, disease, illness, injury or bodily dysfunction. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H887","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750445,"bill_number":"H1308","title":"Relative to fees for noncriminal hearings of violations of certain motor vehicle laws","description":"Relative to fees for noncriminal hearings for violations of certain motor vehicle laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1308","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":750446,"bill_number":"H1093","title":"Relative to public housing","description":"Relative to mandated preferences on certain public housing waiting lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1093","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750447,"bill_number":"H114","title":"Relative to the safety of newborns","description":"Relative to the list of locations for a safe surrender under the baby safe haven law. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H114","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":750448,"bill_number":"H1176","title":"Relative to flag desecration","description":"Relative to flag desecration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1176","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":750449,"bill_number":"H583","title":"Relative to state primary elections","description":"Relative to establishing a date for certain state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H583","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":750450,"bill_number":"H548","title":"Improving disclosure of electioneering communications reports","description":"Relative to improving disclosure of electioneering communications reports. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H548","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":750451,"bill_number":"H1528","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1528","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":750452,"bill_number":"H1454","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"Relative to larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2132","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1454","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750453,"bill_number":"H1053","title":"Relative to instate tuition","description":"Relative to in-state tuition rates and fees at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1053","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750454,"bill_number":"H1008","title":"Relative to parity in assessments by the health care safety net fund","description":"Relative to payments to ambulatory surgical centers, specialty health care providers and laboratories. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1008","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":750455,"bill_number":"H828","title":"Relative to patient financial protection","description":"Relative to regulating separate out-of-pocket insurance limits for prescription drugs, including specialty drugs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H828","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":750456,"bill_number":"H1085","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1085","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750457,"bill_number":"H230","title":"To allow non-profits to purchase alcohol from retail package stores for charitable events","description":"For legislation to allow non-profits and charities to purchase alcohol from retail package stores for use at charitable events. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H230","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750458,"bill_number":"H422","title":"To establish the state seal of biliteracy","description":"Relative to establishing a foreign language education seal of biliteracy for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2289","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H422","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750459,"bill_number":"H307","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H307","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":750460,"bill_number":"H1391","title":"To enhance enforcement of laws banning contraband in correctional facilities","description":"For legislation to enhance the enforcement of laws banning the delivering of drugs or other contraband articles to prisoners in correctional institutions or jails. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1391","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750461,"bill_number":"H961","title":"Relative to travel insurance","description":"Relative to travel insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H961","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":750462,"bill_number":"H903","title":"Relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance","description":"Relative to group market plans for automobile and homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H903","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":750464,"bill_number":"H36","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to the Uniform Child-Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S746","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H36/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H36","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750465,"bill_number":"H1039","title":"Relative to the creation of the battlefield to STEM field incentive program","description":"For legislation to create a fiscal incentive program for veterans to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1039","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":750466,"bill_number":"H684","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H684","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750467,"bill_number":"H1033","title":"Establishing a public health insurance option","description":"For legislation to create a public health insurance agency to compete with private insurers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1033","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750468,"bill_number":"H661","title":"Relative to the Department of Environmental Management duties","description":"Relative to the reclamation of land after surface mining has concluded operations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4654","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H661","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750469,"bill_number":"H174","title":"Relative to piping at water treatment and wastewater treatment facilities","description":"Relative to water treatment and wastewater plants and systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H174","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":750470,"bill_number":"H1639","title":"Relative to Arrest Warrants","description":"Relative to the issuance of a summons instead of a warrant for misdemeanors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1639","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":750471,"bill_number":"H167","title":"Relative to refrigeration technicians","description":"Relative to the licensing of refrigeration technicians working on residential or light commercial refrigeration systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H167","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750472,"bill_number":"H823","title":"Making changes to certain references in the banking laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make certain changes to references in the banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4721","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H823","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":750473,"bill_number":"H1508","title":"Regarding threats to public defenders and other court personnel","description":"Relative to threats to public defenders and other court personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1508","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750474,"bill_number":"H955","title":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates","description":"Relative to insurance companies and death certificates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H955","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":750475,"bill_number":"H395","title":"Relative to providing feedback on educator certification tests","description":"Relative to providing feedback on educator certification tests. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H395","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":750476,"bill_number":"H875","title":"Relative to a minimum creditable coverage advisory commission","description":"Relative to minimum creditable coverage and various aspects of health insurance in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H875","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750477,"bill_number":"H441","title":"To waive the DESE teacher licensing fee","description":"Relative to establishing a performance review program for the initial licensure of teachers and waiving certain license application fees. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H441","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750478,"bill_number":"H1092","title":"Relative to ensuring housing benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation to require persons seeking housing or assistance from the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development to provide valid social security numbers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1092","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":750479,"bill_number":"H951","title":"Relative to dental benefit plan transparency and patients' bill of rights","description":"Relative to dental insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H951","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750480,"bill_number":"H526","title":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","description":"Relative 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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4535","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H526","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750481,"bill_number":"H921","title":"Enhancing fair competition among financial institutions","description":"Relative to further regulating credit unions and competition among financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H921","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750482,"bill_number":"H418","title":"Relative to Massachusetts High School Diplomas","description":"For legislation to prohibit the withholding of diplomas to students meeting all requirements except a score on a state standardized test. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H418","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":750483,"bill_number":"H870","title":"To ensure access to generic medications","description":"Relative to access to generic medications and pharmacy reimbursements for the cost of drugs, medical products or devices. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H870","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750484,"bill_number":"H1569","title":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating tramps, vagrants, and vagabonds","description":"Relative to the reform of laws implicating tramps, vagrants and vagabonds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1569","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750485,"bill_number":"H380","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H380","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":750486,"bill_number":"H790","title":"To improve efficiency and coordination of health through a new division of health insurance","description":"For legislation to establish a division of health insurance to improve the efficiency and coordination of health insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H790","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":750487,"bill_number":"H1138","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1138","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750488,"bill_number":"H1160","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1160","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750489,"bill_number":"H977","title":"Relative to the base premium rate discount of selective and tiered network products","description":"Relative to the base premium rate discount of selective and tiered network insurance products. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H977","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750490,"bill_number":"H1600","title":"Providing further penalties for intentional loss or damage to a gravestone or other grave marker.","description":"For legislation to provide for the payment of restitution for the intentional loss or damage to gravestones or other grave markers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1600","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":750491,"bill_number":"H643","title":"Establishing a commission on open space and green space","description":"Relative to green space and open space in the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H643","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750492,"bill_number":"H830","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H830","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"},
{"bill_id":750493,"bill_number":"H1236","title":"Relative to juvenile intimidation of witnesses","description":"Relative to juvenile intimidation of witnesses, jurors and persons furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1236","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750494,"bill_number":"H1382","title":"Providing community-based sentencing alternatives for primary caretakers of dependent children convicted of non-violent crimes","description":"Relative to providing community-based sentencing alternatives for primary caretakers of dependent children convicted of non-violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1382","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":750495,"bill_number":"H854","title":"Relative to compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance","description":"Relative to the cash deposit required in lieu of a liability bond or insurance upon application for motor vehicle registration or renewal. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H854","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750496,"bill_number":"H1521","title":"Relative to the protection of intoxicated individuals","description":"Relative to the procedures for police officers to assist and protect intoxicated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1521","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":750497,"bill_number":"H81","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4614","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H81/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H81","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750498,"bill_number":"H809","title":"To establish paid family leave","description":"For legislation to provide for paid family leave within a new temporary disability insurance program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4351","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H809","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750499,"bill_number":"H1239","title":"Relative to best interest representation of children","description":"Relative to children’s interests in cases of abuse or neglect resulting in judicial proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1239","sponsor":"Leah Cole"},
{"bill_id":750500,"bill_number":"H217","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H217","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750501,"bill_number":"H991","title":"Relative to parity of treatment with substance abuse","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for chemical dependency, including alcoholism, within the Division of Medical Assistance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H991","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750502,"bill_number":"H1465","title":"To establish transparency with respect to government surveillance","description":"For legislation to prohibit government video surveillance of public or private property without first providing sufficient public notice. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1465","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750503,"bill_number":"H981","title":"Relative to transparency in health care","description":"Relative to the financial impact of the costs associated with the Health Connector and compliance with the Affordable Care Act. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H981","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750504,"bill_number":"H1234","title":"Providing for equitable rights to indemnity for public employees","description":"For legislation to provide equitable rights to indemnity for public employees from personal financial loss and expenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1234","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750505,"bill_number":"H647","title":"To increase access to recycling","description":"For legislation to increase access to recycling in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H647","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":750506,"bill_number":"H1322","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1322","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750507,"bill_number":"H1645","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1645","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750508,"bill_number":"H6","title":"To enhance the work of the State Auditor","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to enhancing the work of the said auditor. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H6/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H6","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750509,"bill_number":"H669","title":"Relative to the scientific strategic planning of the Commonwealth’s fishery","description":"Relative to managing fisheries and shellfisheries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H669","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":750510,"bill_number":"H695","title":"Establishing a Department of Environmental Protection appeals board","description":"Relative to establishing an appeals board with the Department of Environmental Protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H695","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750511,"bill_number":"H512","title":"Establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal curriculum","description":"Relative to establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal high school social studies curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H512","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":750512,"bill_number":"H1572","title":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating certain private consensual intimate conduct between adults","description":"Relative to the laws implicating certain private consensual intimate conduct between adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1572","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750513,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1660","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750514,"bill_number":"H325","title":"To promote education to prevent sexual harassment and violence against women","description":"For legislation to promote education to prevent sexual harassment and violence against women. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H325","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750515,"bill_number":"H553","title":"To establish election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H553","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":750516,"bill_number":"H404","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"For legislation to ensure that students with disabilities have an opportunity to participate in physical education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4145","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H404","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750517,"bill_number":"H1173","title":"Relative to Criminal Penalties for Resisting Arrest","description":"Relative to criminal penalties for resisting arrest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1173","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750518,"bill_number":"H330","title":"Relative to special education budgets","description":"Relative to establishing an insurance program for municipalities in relation to special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H330","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750519,"bill_number":"H739","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4669","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H739","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750520,"bill_number":"H975","title":"To Contain Health Care Costs by Reducing Fraudulent Billing Practices","description":"For legislation to reduce fraudulent billing practices for health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H975","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750521,"bill_number":"H1328","title":"Relative to protective orders","description":"Relative to protective orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1328","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750522,"bill_number":"H1674","title":"Relative to visitation by relatives of minor children in DCF custody","description":"Relativerelatives of minor children in the custody of the Department of Children and Families. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1674","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":750523,"bill_number":"H1596","title":"Maintaining parity in legal services for small property owners","description":"For legislation to provide legal services to small business property owners. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1596","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":750524,"bill_number":"H502","title":"Relative to student conduct","description":"Relative to the rights of certain expelled students to cross examine witnesses at the administrative hearing level. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H502","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":750525,"bill_number":"H756","title":"To require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products","description":"For legislation to require producer responsibility for the collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S452","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H756","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750526,"bill_number":"H561","title":"To establish a citizens' initiative review commission","description":"For legislation to establish a citizens’ initiative review commission to review initiative or referendum petitions to be voted on at general elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H561","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":750527,"bill_number":"H492","title":"Relative to education standards","description":"For legislation to adopt national education standards. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H492","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":750528,"bill_number":"H1377","title":"Relative to Graffiti","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for persons found guilty of placing graffiti on property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1377","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":750529,"bill_number":"H1346","title":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors","description":"Relative to penalties for crimes against seniors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1346","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":750530,"bill_number":"H1357","title":"Relative to title insurance closing protection letters","description":"For legislation to authorize title insurance companies to issue closing protection upon the issuance of a preliminary report, binder or title insurance policy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1357","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750531,"bill_number":"H1556","title":"Providing further protection for grand jurors","description":"For legislation to provide further protection for grand jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1556","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750532,"bill_number":"H276","title":"Amending occupation requirements for barbers","description":"For legislation to allow certain licensed hair dressers to become barbers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H276","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750533,"bill_number":"H797","title":"To correct uninsured motorist coverage anomaly for listed operators","description":"Relative to uninsured motor vehicle operator insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H797","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750534,"bill_number":"H911","title":"Reducing the costs for small business","description":"Relative to the organization of limited liability companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H911","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":750535,"bill_number":"H1224","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1224","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750536,"bill_number":"H411","title":"Relative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam","description":"Relative to non-public school student access to the MCAS exam. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H411","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750537,"bill_number":"H1112","title":"Relative to rent escrow","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1112","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750538,"bill_number":"H987","title":"Regarding the assets of medical assistance recipients","description":"Relative to medical assistance recipients’ assets. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H987","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750539,"bill_number":"H412","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H412","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750540,"bill_number":"H1481","title":"Relative to achieving pay parity for Massachusetts trial court chief probation officers","description":"Relative to the compensation of the chief probation officers of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1481","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":750541,"bill_number":"H1457","title":"Relative to the parental rights of survivors","description":"Relative to the forfeiture of parental rights for persons convicted of rape or abuse of their child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1457","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750542,"bill_number":"H1067","title":"Creating a college savings program for every child born in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a college savings program for every child born in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1067","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750544,"bill_number":"H340","title":"Relative to a moratorium on high stakes testing and PARCC","description":"Relative to providing a public education system of sufficient quality. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H340","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":750545,"bill_number":"H687","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H687","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":750546,"bill_number":"H188","title":"Relative to the licensing of glaziers","description":"For legislation to regulate flat glass work glaziers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H188","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750547,"bill_number":"H843","title":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation","description":"For legislation to mandate health insurance coverage for certain brain injury rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H843","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":750548,"bill_number":"H79","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"Relative to providing child care assistance to homeless families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4117","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H79/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H79","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":750549,"bill_number":"H1611","title":"Relative to stenographers and transcribers","description":"Relative to the fees for furnishing transcripts of notes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1611","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750550,"bill_number":"H1440","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1440","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750551,"bill_number":"H762","title":"Authorizing the use of bow and arrows for Sunday hunting","description":"For legislation to authorize bow and arrow hunting on Sundays. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H762","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750552,"bill_number":"H1222","title":"To assist the investigation of serious crimes","description":"Relative to wiretapping and the interception of other means of communication. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4313","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1222","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":750553,"bill_number":"H592","title":"Relative to voting overseas","description":"Relative to voting overseas. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H592","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":750554,"bill_number":"H92","title":"Relative to the best interests of children","description":"Relative to the care and protection of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H92/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H92","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750555,"bill_number":"H1553","title":"Relative to motor vehicle homicide","description":"Relative to the penalty for the negligent operation of a motor vehicle resulting in the death of another person. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1553","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":750556,"bill_number":"H88","title":"Relative to the loss of state benefits","description":"Relative to the suspension of benefits by the Department of Transitional Assistance for persons convicted of certain crimes against the person. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H88/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H88","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750557,"bill_number":"H791","title":"Relative to patient medication adherence","description":"Relative to certain requirements and restrictions for prescription drug coverage and step-therapy protocols. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H791","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750558,"bill_number":"H421","title":"Relative to out of district placements","description":"Relative to regional school out-of-district placements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H421","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":750559,"bill_number":"H1259","title":"Relative to naturalization proceedings","description":"Relative to naturalization proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1259","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":750560,"bill_number":"H575","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method","description":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H575","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750561,"bill_number":"H706","title":"Establishing a Green Banks Program","description":"For legislation to establish the green banks fund within the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H706","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":750562,"bill_number":"H586","title":"Providing disclosure of political phone calls","description":"Relative to providing disclosure of political phone calls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H586","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750563,"bill_number":"H534","title":"Regarding residential habilitation","description":"By Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, a petition of Theodore C. Speliotis and others that the Division of Medical Assistance be directed to provide coverage for residential habilitation services for individuals age sixty or older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H534","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750564,"bill_number":"H939","title":"To encourage retirement planning","description":"Relative to establishing a secure choice savings retirement plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4204","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H939","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750565,"bill_number":"H1225","title":"To exempt family members of murder victims from jury service","description":"For legislation to exempt family members of murder victims from jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1225","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750566,"bill_number":"H437","title":"Relative to student learning time at Mohawk Trail Regional School District","description":"Relative to student learning time at Mohawk Trail Regional School District. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H437","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750567,"bill_number":"H998","title":"Strengthening the quality and efficiency of home health care services","description":"Relative to strengthening the quality and efficiency of home health care services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H998","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":750568,"bill_number":"H1123","title":"To provide additional protection to local housing authority residents and local housing authority property from entry by persons after forbidden as trespass","description":"Relative to local housing authority resident protection. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1123","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":750569,"bill_number":"H1283","title":"Relative to criminal justice training regarding autistic persons","description":"Relative to the training of law enforcement officers and correction officers in interactions with persons on the autism spectrum who are victims or witnesses to crimes, or suspected or convicted of crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1283","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":750570,"bill_number":"H1223","title":"Relative to motor vehicle police chases","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for fleeing from or attempting to elude a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1223","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750571,"bill_number":"H162","title":"Relative to promoting fair housing practices","description":"Relative to fair housing pre-licensing training for real estate agents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4126","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H162","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":750572,"bill_number":"H1444","title":"Relative to governmental and charitable tort liability","description":"Relative governmental and charitable tort liability in civil actions for sexual abuse of a minor. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1444","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":750573,"bill_number":"H774","title":"Regulating Greywater Recycling systems in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to further regulate greywater recycling systems in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H774","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750574,"bill_number":"H1303","title":"Relative to sex offenders","description":"Relative to sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1303","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750575,"bill_number":"H1355","title":"Relative to creating a commission to study simplifying the Trial Court","description":"Relative to 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1355","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750576,"bill_number":"H1049","title":"Relative to performance-based funding for the public system of higher education","description":"Relative to performance-based funding for public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1049","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750577,"bill_number":"H1679","title":"Relative to the use of false identification for the purpose of purchasing alcohol","description":"Relative to the use of false identification for the purpose of purchasing alcohol. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1679","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":750578,"bill_number":"H1107","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction","description":"Relative to multifamily housing construction. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4140","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1107","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750579,"bill_number":"H509","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H509","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750580,"bill_number":"H364","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H364","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750581,"bill_number":"H1439","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1439","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750582,"bill_number":"H1584","title":"Reforming pretrial process","description":"For legislation to reform pretrial processes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1584","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750583,"bill_number":"H1136","title":"Relative to the removal of a trustee of condominium or homeowner associations","description":"For legislation to establish a process for the removal of trustees of condominium associations and homeowner associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1136","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750585,"bill_number":"H1118","title":"Authorizing limited rate of growth controls and to promote housing production","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain restrictions on housing development and building permits under zoning ordinances in cities and towns. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1118","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750586,"bill_number":"H337","title":"Requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools","description":"Relative to requiring food allergen certification in vocational schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H337","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750587,"bill_number":"H370","title":"Relative to the Common Core Opt Out for School Districts","description":"Relative to the authority of school districts to be exempt from a certain standardized exam. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H370","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750588,"bill_number":"H1318","title":"Relative to child custody when parent is on active military duty","description":"Relative to child custody when a parent is on active military duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1318","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750589,"bill_number":"H144","title":"Relative to community benefit districts","description":"Relative to the establishment of community benefit districts in cities and towns. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2065","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H144","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":750590,"bill_number":"H1429","title":"To increase neighborhood safety and opportunity","description":"For legislation to increase neighborhood safety and opportunity by enhancing the enforcement and penalties for violations of the controlled substances laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1429","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":750591,"bill_number":"H1048","title":"Providing full student representation on the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees","description":"For legislation to provide full student representation on the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1048","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750592,"bill_number":"H667","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"Relative to the status of wild striped bass in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4169","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H667","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":750593,"bill_number":"H1451","title":"Relative to indigent defense counsel","description":"Relative to indigent defense counsel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1451","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750594,"bill_number":"H467","title":"To improve student retention in charter schools","description":"Relative to the enrollment of students in charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H467","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750595,"bill_number":"H231","title":"To track pawned items","description":"For legislation to require licensed pawnbrokers and second hand dealers to photograph and catalogue certain pawned articles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H231","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750596,"bill_number":"H1217","title":"Relative to James Ward","description":"Relative to the penalty for knowingly colliding with a snow or recreation vehicle that results in causing bodily injury resulting in death and leaving the scene of the accident. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1217","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750597,"bill_number":"H798","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H798","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750598,"bill_number":"H623","title":"To protect the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the disposition of public lands with conservation protected status. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H623","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750599,"bill_number":"H578","title":"Relative to the selection of Lieutenant Governor","description":"Relative to the selection of a candidate for Lieutenant-Governor. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H578","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":750600,"bill_number":"H1235","title":"Regulating sex offender registration in the 21st century","description":"For legislation to further regulate sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1235","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750601,"bill_number":"H267","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Relative to access to telemedicine services by allowing certain clinicians to be credentialed and allowing for coverage of such services by all payers and the Medicaid program. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4442","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H267","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750602,"bill_number":"H1392","title":"Relative to fetal homicide","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of fetal homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1392","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750603,"bill_number":"H999","title":"Relative to the Masshealth program","description":"By Mr. Honan of Boston, a petition of Kevin G. Honan that the center for health information and analysis report the weighted average payer rate for each acute care hospital. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H999","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750604,"bill_number":"H664","title":"Relative to local on-site sewage disposal systems","description":"Relative to local on-site sewage disposal systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4655","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H664","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750605,"bill_number":"H1403","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that persons charged with the commission of a felony be required to submit a DNA sample. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1403","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750606,"bill_number":"H690","title":"Enhancing the sewage disposal system inspection process","description":"Relative to the sewage disposal system inspection process. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4655","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H690","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750607,"bill_number":"H978","title":"Expanding the distressed hospital fund to the moral obligation bond program","description":"Relative to expanding the Distressed Hospital Fund to the moral obligation bond program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H978","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750608,"bill_number":"H929","title":"Relative to real estate disclosure forms","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch that the Attorney General promulgate regulations to create a standard disclosure form for residential real estate sales. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H929","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750609,"bill_number":"H839","title":"Relative to tobacco premium ratings","description":"By Ms. Ehrlich of Marblehead, a petition of Lori A. Ehrlich and others that the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance be directed to annually file with the United States Department of Health and Human Services to establish a standard tobacco use factor. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H839","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750610,"bill_number":"H41","title":"Relative to the uniform unsworn foreign declarations act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to the Uniform Unsworn Foreign Declarations Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H41/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H41","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750611,"bill_number":"H1650","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1650","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750612,"bill_number":"H254","title":"Relative to the use of a magnetic identification card reader machine when purchasing alcohol","description":"Relative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4135","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H254","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750613,"bill_number":"H723","title":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities","description":"Relative to solid waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4669","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H723","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750614,"bill_number":"H1433","title":"Relative to Expungement of Criminal or Juvenile Records for Individuals Who Committed Offenses as Children or Young Adults","description":"Relative to the expungement of criminal records of juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1433","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750615,"bill_number":"H1634","title":"Relative to compensation for assistant clerks and assistant registrars acting as magistrates","description":"Relative to compensation for assistant clerks and assistant registrars acting as magistrates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1634","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":750616,"bill_number":"H100","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H100","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750617,"bill_number":"H120","title":"Affirming inclusion of people with disabilities on commissions of the Commonwealth","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others for the establishment of a permanent commission on the status of people with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H120","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750618,"bill_number":"H1621","title":"To establish the Massachusetts Prisoner Bone Marrow Donation Program","description":"For legislation to establish the prisoner bone marrow donation program in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1621","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750619,"bill_number":"H427","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Public Libraries and home educated children","description":"Relative to access to public library books by home educated children. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H427","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750620,"bill_number":"H227","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H227","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750621,"bill_number":"H813","title":"Relative to payment for use of ambulance services","description":"Relative to insurance payments for use of ambulance services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H813","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":750622,"bill_number":"H1014","title":"To promote affordable health care","description":"Relative to payments to out-of-network health care providers for services rendered to persons covered under contracts with risk-bearing provider organizations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1014","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750623,"bill_number":"H1227","title":"Relative to maintaining the integrity of the judicial system","description":"Relative to the process for the investigation of officer-involved deaths. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1227","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":750624,"bill_number":"H345","title":"Relative to financial literacy programs in schools","description":"Relative to financial literacy programs in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H345","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750626,"bill_number":"H749","title":"Relative to buffer zones on land under the agricultural restriction program","description":"Relative to buffer zones on land under the agricultural restriction program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H749","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":750627,"bill_number":"H1175","title":"Relative to the safety of emergency medical technicians and health care providers","description":"Relative to the safety of health care providers and emergency medical technicians from assault and battery by means of a bodily substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1175","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":750628,"bill_number":"H729","title":"Relative to boater safety education","description":"Relative to boater safety education. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4653","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H729","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750629,"bill_number":"H1384","title":"Relative to site plan review","description":"Relative to site plan judicial review. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1384","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750630,"bill_number":"H1192","title":"Relative to the social host statute","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1192","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750631,"bill_number":"H1446","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1446","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750632,"bill_number":"H924","title":"Relative to secure choice retirement savings plan","description":"For legislation to establish secure choice retirement savings plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4204","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H924","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750633,"bill_number":"H26","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to the Massachusetts State Employees Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H26/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H26","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750634,"bill_number":"H142","title":"To address inequality, promote opportunity, and end poverty","description":"Relative to community action agencies. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H142","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750635,"bill_number":"H1321","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1321","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750636,"bill_number":"H1198","title":"Regarding assistant court clerks","description":"For legislation to provide four additional assistant clerks in Plymouth County. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1198","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750637,"bill_number":"H605","title":"Relative to absentee voting","description":"Relative to absentee voting for disabled persons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H605","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750638,"bill_number":"H1598","title":"Relative to enforcement of condominium laws","description":"Relative to the enforcement of condominium laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1598","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":750639,"bill_number":"H1632","title":"Relative to compensation for assistant clerks of court acting as magistrates in Suffolk County","description":"Relative to compensation for Suffolk County assistant clerks of court acting as magistrates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1632/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1632","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":750640,"bill_number":"H596","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H596","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750641,"bill_number":"H516","title":"Relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer’s","description":"Relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S360","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H516","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750642,"bill_number":"H205","title":"Relative to out of state purchases at auto auctions","description":"Relative to out-of-state purchases at auto auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H205","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750643,"bill_number":"H160","title":"Requiring transparency in telephone solicitations","description":"For legislation to require transparency in solicitations via telephone and similar devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4180","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H160","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":750644,"bill_number":"H1562","title":"Providing 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1562","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750645,"bill_number":"H869","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H869","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750646,"bill_number":"H827","title":"Relative to transparent health care data","description":"For legislation to provide transparency in the data contained in the payer and provider claims database. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H827","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750647,"bill_number":"H500","title":"Relative to a commission on advertisements","description":"Relative to the feasibility of permitting private sector advertising on city and town school buses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H500","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":750648,"bill_number":"H1083","title":"Standardizing zoning appeals processes","description":"Relative to the production and preservation of affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1083","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750649,"bill_number":"H1301","title":"To increase fair housing protections for survivors of domestic violence","description":"Relative to discrimination protections for survivors of domestic violence in fair housing opportunities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1301","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":750650,"bill_number":"H1144","title":"Relative to reforming the emergency housing assistance program","description":"For legislation to further regulate vendors providing emergency housing assistance. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1144","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":750651,"bill_number":"H445","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H445","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":750652,"bill_number":"H1509","title":"Relative to evidence","description":"Relative to searches without a warrant with the belief that documentary evidence will be destroyed, secreted or lost. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1509","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750653,"bill_number":"H1129","title":"Providing a homeless bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a homeless persons bill of rights. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1129","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":750654,"bill_number":"H1345","title":"Relative to counsel appointed to habitual offender cases","description":"Relative to counsel appointed to habitual offender cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1345","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750655,"bill_number":"H149","title":"Relative to instructional winemaking facility licenses","description":"Relative to the licensing of instructional winemaking facilities. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H149","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":750656,"bill_number":"H780","title":"Providing mortgage customers additional mandatory information regarding their accounts","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and Steven S. Howitt 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H780","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750657,"bill_number":"H559","title":"Relative to truth in advertising in campaigns","description":"For legislation to prohibit false information in political advertisements. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H559","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750658,"bill_number":"H251","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H251","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750659,"bill_number":"H1042","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1042","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750660,"bill_number":"H1494","title":"Relative to reinstituting capital punishment in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reinstituting capital punishment in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1494","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750661,"bill_number":"H1306","title":"An act relative to grave markers to commemorate the grave of a veteran, police officer or firefighter.","description":"Relative to penalties for the unauthorized sale of veterans’ grave markers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1306","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750662,"bill_number":"H1375","title":"Holding habitual, violent offenders responsible for simultaneous crimes","description":"Relative to holding habitual, violent offenders responsible for simultaneous crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1375","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":750663,"bill_number":"H1376","title":"Relative to certain habitual offenders","description":"Relative to certain habitual offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1376","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":750664,"bill_number":"H43","title":"Relative to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H43/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H43","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750666,"bill_number":"H166","title":"Relative to donations of alcoholic beverages to non-profit organizations","description":"Relative to donations of alcoholic beverages to non-profit organizations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H166","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750667,"bill_number":"H1166","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1166","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750668,"bill_number":"H1669","title":"Relative to child testimony","description":"Relative to recording the testimony of children as witnesses in certain court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1669","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750669,"bill_number":"H1226","title":"Relative to communication with victims of violent crime","description":"Relative to the services and communications received by victims of violent crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1226","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":750670,"bill_number":"H97","title":"Relative to abusive practices to change sexual orientation and gender identity in minors","description":"Relative 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H97/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H97","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750671,"bill_number":"H1386","title":"Relative to the protection of the families of violent crime from intimidation","description":"Relative to the protection of the families of violent crime from intimidation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1386","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750672,"bill_number":"H414","title":"Relative to Board of Elementary and Secondary Education accountability","description":"Relative to the curriculum frameworks for the core subjects established by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H414","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750673,"bill_number":"H1358","title":"Relative to the Middlesex Probate Court","description":"Relative to the sittings of the Middlesex County Probate Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1358","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750674,"bill_number":"H130","title":"Renaming certain facilities, departments, and references in law and regulation","description":"Relative to the renaming of certain mental retardation facilities, departments and references. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4021","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H130","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750675,"bill_number":"H535","title":"Relative to assisted living residences","description":"Relative to assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4620","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H535","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750676,"bill_number":"H392","title":"Relative to special education funding","description":"Relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H392","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":750677,"bill_number":"H99","title":"Relative to the definition of sole community provider","description":"Relative to the definition of sole community provider. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/17/2015 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2015-11-06","committee":"Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H99/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H99","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750678,"bill_number":"H462","title":"Ensuring High Quality Pre-Kindergarten Education","description":"For legislation to develop a high quality pre-kindergarten education grant program. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H462","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750679,"bill_number":"H842","title":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance charges","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H842","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750680,"bill_number":"H872","title":"Relative to insurance company rebates","description":"Relative to insurance company rebates. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H872","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":750681,"bill_number":"H471","title":"Concerning media literacy in schools","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to encourage media literacy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H471","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750682,"bill_number":"H542","title":"Relative to campaign contribution limits for certain candidates running for office in a state election","description":"Relative to campaign contribution limits for persons who previously ran for certain offices in a special election. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 156 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H542","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750683,"bill_number":"H1146","title":"Relative to housing types considered affordable under Chapter 40B","description":"For legislation to include Section 8 housing vouchers as an affordable housing type. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1146","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750684,"bill_number":"H909","title":"To allow insurance coverage for insurance providers and self insured organizations","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H909","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":750685,"bill_number":"H1640","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court","description":"Relative to Superior Court foreclosure procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1640","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":750686,"bill_number":"H914","title":"Relative to single risk limitations","description":"Relative to financial guaranty insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4203","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H914","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750687,"bill_number":"H771","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4041","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H771","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750688,"bill_number":"H1367","title":"To increase the fine for harming a police dog or horse","description":"Relative to increasing the fine for harming police dogs or horses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1367","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750689,"bill_number":"H912","title":"Relative to certain loans by the Federal Home Loan Bank","description":"Relative to secured lending by the Federal Home Loan Bank. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H912","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750690,"bill_number":"H1371","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1371","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750691,"bill_number":"H570","title":"Relative to the voting procedures for presidential electors","description":"Relative to the voting procedures of presidential electors. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H570","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750692,"bill_number":"H1627","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1627","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":750693,"bill_number":"H974","title":"To extend patient protections to recipients of MassHealth","description":"Relative to health insurance consumer protections. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H974","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750694,"bill_number":"H597","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H597","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750695,"bill_number":"H1582","title":"To reduce smoking by minors","description":"For legislation to establish a civil infraction for the possession of cigarettes or cigarette rolling papers by minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1582","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750696,"bill_number":"H202","title":"Relative to exempting home appliance service and repair technicians from certain provisions of the Massachusetts Plumbing Code","description":"For legislation to exempt home appliance service and repair technicians from certain provisions of the Uniform State Plumbing Code. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4182","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H202","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":750697,"bill_number":"H1269","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1269","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750698,"bill_number":"H994","title":"Requiring increased transparency in data reporting by health care providers","description":"Relative to requiring increased transparency in data reporting by health care providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H994","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":750699,"bill_number":"H819","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H819","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750700,"bill_number":"H1208","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1208","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750701,"bill_number":"H1373","title":"To provide additional protection for minors from persons who has a sex offense case that has been continued without a finding","description":"For legislation to provide protection for minors from persons who have had a sex offense case that has been continued without a finding. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1373","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750702,"bill_number":"H1260","title":"Relative to invasions of privacy","description":"Relative to the penalties for invasion of privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1260","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":750703,"bill_number":"H1463","title":"Expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders","description":"Relative to expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4369","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1463","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750704,"bill_number":"H735","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H735","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750705,"bill_number":"H840","title":"Relative to consumer protection following a bankruptcy","description":"Relative to the reporting of credit transactions of consumers by financial or consumer lending institutions following bankruptcies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H840","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750707,"bill_number":"H1623","title":"Decriminalizing non-violent and verbal student misconduct","description":"For legislation to decriminalize certain non-violent demonstrations by students. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1623","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750708,"bill_number":"H270","title":"For consumer protection and regulation in psychotherapy","description":"Relative to the regulation of psychotherapists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H270","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750709,"bill_number":"H95","title":"Ensuring the appropriate and timely payment and residential service placement for children deemed to be a safety risk","description":"Relative to at-risk children and their proper placement. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4614","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H95/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H95","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750710,"bill_number":"H1219","title":"To protect the citizens of the Commonwealth from drunk drivers","description":"Relative to the drunk driving laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1219","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":750711,"bill_number":"H244","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H244","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":750712,"bill_number":"H1159","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1159","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750713,"bill_number":"H1522","title":"Relative to treble damages","description":"Relative to the awarding of treble damages for lost wages in certain civil actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1522","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":750714,"bill_number":"H867","title":"To extend coverage for any willing provider to qualify as a mental health professional","description":"Relative to extending health insurance coverage for services rendered by certain licensed mental health or substance abuse providers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H867","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":750715,"bill_number":"H941","title":"Relative to the 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4205","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H941","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750716,"bill_number":"H432","title":"Creating assignment levels in the Department of Early Education and Care","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia, Thomas P. Kennedy and Denise C. Garlick that the Commissioner of the Department of Early Education and Care be directed to ensure reasonable assignment levels for day care centers and family day care homes. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H432","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750717,"bill_number":"H9","title":"Relative to fraud","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to fraud. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H9/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H9","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750718,"bill_number":"H189","title":"Relative to medical physics","description":"Relative to the regulation of the practice of medical physics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4048","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H189","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750719,"bill_number":"H1257","title":"Relative to prison mitigation","description":"For legislation to establish a prison mitigation fund for cities and towns hosting Department of Correction facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1257","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":750720,"bill_number":"H7","title":"Improving the internal controls within state agencies","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to improving the internal controls within state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H7/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H7","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750721,"bill_number":"H206","title":"Relative to funeral homes and charitable foundations","description":"Relative to funeral homes and charitable foundations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H206","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750722,"bill_number":"H459","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and certification","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4138","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H459","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750723,"bill_number":"H1304","title":"Relative to the throwing objects at motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the penalties for throwing or shooting objects at motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1304","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750724,"bill_number":"H1199","title":"Relative to an assault on a police officer responding to criminal activity","description":"For legislation to require that assault and battery of a police officer responding to criminal activity be prosecuted as a felony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1199","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750725,"bill_number":"H590","title":"Relative to registered voters","description":"For legislation to allow certain newly registered voters to vote in their previous communities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H590","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750726,"bill_number":"H305","title":"Relative to changing the minimum age requirement for Kindergarten","description":"Relative to the mandatory minimum age for children to attend kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H305","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":750727,"bill_number":"H1212","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1212","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750728,"bill_number":"H1561","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1561","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750729,"bill_number":"H1511","title":"Relative to Impeding the Flow of Traffic on Public Ways","description":"Relative to the crime of intentionally obstructing vehicular of pedestrian traffic upon a public way. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1511","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":750730,"bill_number":"H352","title":"Imposing a moratorium on new mandated education programs and expenses","description":"For legislation to impose a moratorium on new mandated education pograms and expenses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H352","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750731,"bill_number":"H1496","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1496","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":750732,"bill_number":"H691","title":"Relative to septic installers","description":"Relative to the installation of septic tank pipes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H691","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750733,"bill_number":"H536","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H536","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":750734,"bill_number":"H1541","title":"Relative to a woman's right to know","description":"Relative to information provided to women seeking abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1541","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750735,"bill_number":"H772","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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H772","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750736,"bill_number":"H430","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a commission to evaluate student health","description":"Relative to evaluating student health in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H430","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750737,"bill_number":"H622","title":"Instructing the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to study the feasibility of establishing an Animal Shelter and Dog Park on state-owned property in the city of Quincy","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and Tackey Chan that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be directed to conduct a study of the feasibility of establishing an animal shelter facility and dog park on state-owned property in the city of Quincy. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H622","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750738,"bill_number":"H1563","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1563","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750739,"bill_number":"H658","title":"Relative to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"Relative to wildlife and management of natural and water resources. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4165","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H658","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750740,"bill_number":"H1370","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1370","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750741,"bill_number":"H1191","title":"Relative to the examination of prospective jurors","description":"Relative to informing prospective jurors in civil cases of the potential of a meeting between the jurors and the attorneys for the litigants at the conclusion of the trial. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1191","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750742,"bill_number":"H87","title":"Relative to nursing facility reporting","description":"Relative to the collection and reporting of certain nursing facility resident care information. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H87/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H87","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750743,"bill_number":"H28","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H28/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750744,"bill_number":"H1287","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"Relative to the procedures for access to email of decedents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4365","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1287","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750745,"bill_number":"H1539","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1539","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750747,"bill_number":"H1142","title":"Relative to affordable housing near areas of critical concern","description":"Relative to affordable housing near areas of critical concern. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1142","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":750748,"bill_number":"H119","title":"To end child homelessness","description":"For legislation to develop housing plans for families with minor children that are being evicted from publicly subsidized housing. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H119","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750749,"bill_number":"H993","title":"Relative to Health Policy Commission reviews of scope of practice proposals","description":"Relative to Health Policy Commission reviews of scope of practice proposals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H993","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":750750,"bill_number":"H14","title":"Relative to higher education boards of trustees","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Inspector General (House, No. 8) as relates to higher education boards of trustees. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3959","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H14/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H14","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750751,"bill_number":"H1165","title":"Relative to leasing of residential property","description":"Relative to the leasing of residential property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1165","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750752,"bill_number":"H1041","title":"Concerning sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"For legislation to institute programs to respond to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1041/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1041","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":750753,"bill_number":"H209","title":"Allowing regulation and licensing of denturists","description":"For legislation to provide for the regulation and licensure of denturists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H209","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750754,"bill_number":"H40","title":"Revising the law recognizing foreign country money judgments","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to revising the law recognizing foreign country money judgments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H40/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H40","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750755,"bill_number":"H1644","title":"Relative to trespassing violations","description":"Relative to increasing the penalty for trespassing on state highways. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1644","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":750756,"bill_number":"H1383","title":"Relative to work release eligibility","description":"Relative to the age of eligibility for work release for inmates convicted of violations of certain controlled substances laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1383","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":750757,"bill_number":"H1422","title":"Relative to benefits for court officers","description":"Relative to benefits for court officers and county sheriff office employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1422","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750758,"bill_number":"H760","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"Relative to the status of wild striped bass in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4169","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H760","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":750759,"bill_number":"H1378","title":"Relative to justices of the peace","description":"Relative to notices to notaries public and justices of the peace prior to the expiration of their commissions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1378","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":750760,"bill_number":"H530","title":"Relative to establishing multi-disciplinary teams with district attorneys to investigate elder abuse","description":"Relative to establishing multi-disciplinary teams with district attorneys to investigate elder abuse. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H530","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750761,"bill_number":"H1479","title":"Relative to poaching","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for violations of certain hunting laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1479","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750762,"bill_number":"H320","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H320","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750763,"bill_number":"H1574","title":"An act relative to adjusting the credit for nonpayment of fines","description":"For legislation to adjust the credit calculated for days imprisoned for the nonpayment of a fines against amounts owed. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1574","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750764,"bill_number":"H777","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 student’s individual educational program","description":"For legislation to provide 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 student’s individual educational program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H777","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":750765,"bill_number":"H1419","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1419","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750766,"bill_number":"H253","title":"Relative to the sale of children’s jewelry","description":"Relative to the sale of children’s jewelry. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H253","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750767,"bill_number":"H1491","title":"Relative to surety bond requirements for veterans","description":"Relative to surety bond requirements for veterans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1491","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":750768,"bill_number":"H433","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H433","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750769,"bill_number":"H71","title":"Providing for the public disclosure of quality indicators for the developmentally disabled","description":"Relative to the public disclosure of quality indicators for the developmentally disabled. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4614","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H71/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H71","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750770,"bill_number":"H865","title":"Relative to the indemnification of health professionals","description":"Relative to the payment of certain claims by medical malpractice insurers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H865","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750771,"bill_number":"H288","title":"Relative to the STEM Advisory Council","description":"Relative to the membership of the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) advisory council. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3660","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H288","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":750772,"bill_number":"H1407","title":"Relative to the release of sex offender information to victims","description":"Relative to the release of sex offender information to certain victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1407","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750773,"bill_number":"H371","title":"Relative to educator excellence","description":"For legislation to establish the teacher, principal and superintendent quality endowment fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H371","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750774,"bill_number":"H339","title":"Relative to providing health education in schools","description":"Relative to the teaching of health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H339","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":750775,"bill_number":"H707","title":"Authorizing the establishment of old growth forest reserves","description":"For legislation to establish old growth forest reserves in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H707","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750776,"bill_number":"H84","title":"To provide a pilot program for 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4623","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H84/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H84","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750777,"bill_number":"H296","title":"To call the International Trade Commission to Action","description":"Relative to the International Trade Commission. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4178","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H296","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750778,"bill_number":"H569","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H569","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750779,"bill_number":"H880","title":"Relative to the health insurance of children of divorced parents","description":"Relative to the health insurance of children of divorced parents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H880","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750780,"bill_number":"H258","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H258","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":750781,"bill_number":"H1557","title":"To Properly Punish the Solicitation of Felony Crimes","description":"Relative to the solicitation of another to commit a felony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1557","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750782,"bill_number":"H1040","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1040","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750783,"bill_number":"H1452","title":"Relative to the penalty for disorderly persons","description":"Relative to the criminal penalty for certain disorderly persons and disturbers of the peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1452","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750784,"bill_number":"H745","title":"Relative to access to the Hollingsworth Dam","description":"By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia and David Hodgdon that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be directed to build a public access around Hollingsworth Dam in Neponset River in the Hyde Park section of the city of Boston. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H745","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750785,"bill_number":"H562","title":"Relative to voter lists","description":"Relative to voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H562","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750786,"bill_number":"H1670","title":"To increase penalties for heroin distribution","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for the distribution of heroin. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1670","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750788,"bill_number":"H543","title":"Relative to disclosure of top contributors for independent expenditures or electioneering communications","description":"Relative to disclosures by individuals or entities making independent expenditures for electioneering communications. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 207 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H543","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750789,"bill_number":"H376","title":"Concerning unfunded education mandates","description":"For legislation to impose a moratorium on all new mandated education programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H376","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750790,"bill_number":"H639","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H639","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750791,"bill_number":"H522","title":"To prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents of public or privately-owned, subsidized multifamily housing developments","description":"For legislation to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents of public or privately-owned subsidized multifamily housing developments. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H522","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750792,"bill_number":"H129","title":"To provide equal access to evaluations for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to evaluations for children with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H129","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750793,"bill_number":"H744","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4652","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H744","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750794,"bill_number":"H74","title":"Establishing a pilot program for adults with Asperger syndrome and autism","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program for adults with Asperger syndrome and autism. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H74/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H74","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750795,"bill_number":"H515","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S355","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H515","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750796,"bill_number":"H733","title":"Relative to noise pollution","description":"Relative to noise pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4652","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H733","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":750797,"bill_number":"H93","title":"To extend kinship care to grandparents","description":"For legislation to grant certain grandparents the rights and privileges of kinship care. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H93/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H93","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750798,"bill_number":"H725","title":"Relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund","description":"Relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4671","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H725","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":750799,"bill_number":"H1078","title":"Relative to student’s rights in higher education","description":"For legislation to require post secondary institutions to inform students of their right to call their parents and their right to an attorney in the event of a disciplinary hearing that may result in expulsion. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1078/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1078","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750800,"bill_number":"H1656","title":"Relative to the Geographical jurisdiction of the Housing Court Department","description":"Relative to the jurisdiction of the courts within the Housing Court Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1656","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750801,"bill_number":"H1590","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1590","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":750802,"bill_number":"H388","title":"Relative to charter revocation","description":"Relative to charter revocation of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H388","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750803,"bill_number":"H720","title":"Amending MGL 21E AND 310 CMR 4.03","description":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the annual compliance assurance fee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4171","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H720","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":750804,"bill_number":"H672","title":"Expanding the powers of the Director of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of the Director of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife within the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement in the management and control of wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H672","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750805,"bill_number":"H963","title":"Promoting accountable care","description":"Relative to the determination of need for health provider organizations participating in an accountable care organization. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H963","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":750806,"bill_number":"H300","title":"To help developers revitalize under-utilized buildings","description":"For legislation to establish a Commonwealth underutilized building repair fund within the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H300","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":750807,"bill_number":"H1658","title":"Relative to the voluntary surrender of time share interval","description":"Relative to the voluntary surrendering of time share interval deeds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1658","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750808,"bill_number":"H884","title":"Relative to colorectal cancer screenings","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screenings and breast cancer screenings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H884","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750809,"bill_number":"H550","title":"Relative to state primary elections","description":"Relative to state primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H550","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750810,"bill_number":"H1004","title":"Relative to healthcare cost control","description":"Relative to requiring that the health care cost growth benchmark be equal to the growth rate of potential gross state product. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1004","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750811,"bill_number":"H177","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation to further regulate the registration of podiatrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H177","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":750812,"bill_number":"H1050","title":"Relative to the expansion of the valedictorian tuition waiver program","description":"Relative to the expansion of the valedictorian tuition waiver program in the public system of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1050","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750813,"bill_number":"H1401","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1401","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750814,"bill_number":"H1164","title":"Strengthening the penalty for assault or assault and battery on emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider","description":"Relative to the penalties for assault or assault and battery on an emergency medical technician, ambulance operator, ambulance attendant or health care provider. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1164","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750815,"bill_number":"H246","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H246","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750816,"bill_number":"H1156","title":"Relative to victims rights","description":"Relative to victims rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1156","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":750817,"bill_number":"H464","title":"Relative to improving student achievement","description":"Relative to improving student achievement in underperforming or chronically underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4619","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H464","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750818,"bill_number":"H1466","title":"To enhance the availability of immunity to witnesses in the courts of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the availability of immunity to witnesses in the courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1466","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":750819,"bill_number":"H696","title":"For healthy families and businesses","description":"For legislation to establish a process to identify toxic chemical substances used in consumer products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H696","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":750820,"bill_number":"H1240","title":"Relative to the clerks of courts","description":"Relative to the appointment of deputy assistant clerks of the courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1240","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750821,"bill_number":"H17","title":"Authorizing the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission to hold hearings","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (House, No. 16) as relates to authorizing the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission to hold hearings. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H17/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H17","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750822,"bill_number":"H1331","title":"To further protect children","description":"Relative to the reporting of a missing child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1331","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750823,"bill_number":"H835","title":"To establish a resolution trust fund for receipt of reasonable mortgage payments","description":"For legislation to establish a trust fund to protect citizens of the Commonwealth and municipalities impacted by the mortgage foreclosure crisis. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H835","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":750824,"bill_number":"H1516","title":"Relative to the Recreational Tramway Board","description":"Relative to the issuance of warnings and maximum penalties for certain violations of ski area operators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1516","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750825,"bill_number":"H506","title":"Providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to mandated reports and data submissions required of local school districts","description":"Relative to mandated reports and data submissions required of local school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H506","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750826,"bill_number":"H1277","title":"Relative to property storage summary process","description":"By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition of Tricia Farley-Bouvier that certain landlords be provided an exemption for the costs of removing tenants’ personal property after an eviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1277","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":750827,"bill_number":"H1471","title":"Establishing a commission to investigate the rigged hiring system at the Probation Department","description":"Relative to the hiring system of the Probation Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1471","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":750829,"bill_number":"H873","title":"Updating the safe insurance driver plan","description":"Relative to the classification of risks and premium charges in connection with motor vehicle liability. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H873","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750830,"bill_number":"H1179","title":"Relative to the Safety of Public Employees","description":"Relative to the penalties for assault and battery on a public employee. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1179","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":750831,"bill_number":"H1487","title":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","description":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4313","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1487","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":750832,"bill_number":"H1652","title":"To repeal fault grounds for divorce","description":"For legislation to repeal fault grounds for divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1652","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":750833,"bill_number":"H1566","title":"Relative to electronic publication of certain legal notices","description":"Relative to the electronic publication of certain legal notices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 174 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1566","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":750834,"bill_number":"H291","title":"Relative to municipal parking","description":"Relative to the ways agencies of the Commonwealth can expand the availability of business district parking within urban areas. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H291","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750835,"bill_number":"H274","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H274","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750836,"bill_number":"H1122","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1122","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750837,"bill_number":"H259","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H259","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":750838,"bill_number":"H1325","title":"Providing for the enforcement of child abuse reporting requirements","description":"For legislation to provide for the enforcement of child abuse reporting requirements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1325","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750839,"bill_number":"H426","title":"Relative to education funding for charter schools","description":"Relative to charter school tuition payments by cities and towns for elementary-aged students residing outside of said school’s district. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H426","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":750840,"bill_number":"H1505","title":"Relative to public safety on roadways and transit","description":"Relative to the penalties for impeding or disrupting a public way. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1505","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":750841,"bill_number":"H1200","title":"Relative to the valuation of professional practices in divorce proceedings","description":"Relative to establishing values of professional corporations in divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1200","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":750842,"bill_number":"H1132","title":"Protecting children residing in public housing in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Housing and Community Development. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1132","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750843,"bill_number":"H1007","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1007","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":750844,"bill_number":"H374","title":"Regarding certification of librarians","description":"Relative to the certification of librarians. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H374","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750845,"bill_number":"H717","title":"Relative to the use of Glyphosate by utility companies and/or government entities on land located within, on, or above a federally-designated sole source aquifer","description":"Relative to the use of Glyphosate weed killer on land located within, on or above a federally-designated sole source aquifer. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H717","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750846,"bill_number":"H1128","title":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of West Boylston","description":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of West Boylston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1128","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750847,"bill_number":"H577","title":"Relative to limiting contributions to ballot question committees","description":"Relative to limiting contributions to ballot question committees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H577","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750848,"bill_number":"H1064","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4040","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1064","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":750849,"bill_number":"H996","title":"Relative to reserving beds in nursing homes for residents during certain leaves of absence","description":"Relative to the payment and preservation of beds in nursing home facilities for recipients of MassHealth benefits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H996","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":750850,"bill_number":"H1286","title":"Regulating employment of unauthorized workers","description":"Relative to the employment of unauthorized workers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1286","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750851,"bill_number":"H434","title":"Relative to modifying the Chapter 70 funding formula","description":"Relative to determining the distribution of state aid for education to municipalities and regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H434","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":750852,"bill_number":"H861","title":"Relative to access to care for Ehler Danlos syndrome patients","description":"Relative to access to care and health care insurance coverage for Ehler Danlos syndrome patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H861/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H861","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750853,"bill_number":"H1196","title":"To simplify administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information","description":"Relative to simplifying the administrative aspect of evidentiary use of medical information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1196","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750854,"bill_number":"H751","title":"Relative to nitrogen impaired embayments","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H751","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":750855,"bill_number":"H784","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H784","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750856,"bill_number":"H1360","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1360","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":750857,"bill_number":"H641","title":"Relative to abandoned vessels on DCR property","description":"Relative to abandoned vessels on certain state property. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H641","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750858,"bill_number":"H1284","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3611","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1284","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750859,"bill_number":"H677","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S457","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H677","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750860,"bill_number":"H487","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H487","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750861,"bill_number":"H123","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H123","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":750862,"bill_number":"H1605","title":"To strengthen felony motor vehicle homicide penalties","description":"Relative to the penalties for felony motor vehicle homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1605","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750863,"bill_number":"H89","title":"Regarding the use of aversive therapy","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of procedures which cause physical pain or deny a reasonable humane existence to persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H89/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H89","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750864,"bill_number":"H1230","title":"Regulating the payment of interest","description":"Relative to the payment of interest after arbitration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1230","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750865,"bill_number":"H1221","title":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders","description":"Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1221","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":750866,"bill_number":"H786","title":"Requiring mental health parity for disability policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit benefit limits and exclusions for behavioral health disorders on certain disability insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H786","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750867,"bill_number":"H1045","title":"Relative to public higher education","description":"Relative to the finances and funding of public higher educational institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1045","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750869,"bill_number":"H405","title":"Relative to the school turnaround process","description":"Relative to the turnaround process for underperforming schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4619","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H405","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750870,"bill_number":"H1413","title":"Establishing mandatory post release supervision in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to mandatory post-release supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1413","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750871,"bill_number":"H266","title":"Updating a certain requirement for on premises liquor license applicants","description":"Relative to a certain requirement for on-premises liquor license applicants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H266","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750872,"bill_number":"H1044","title":"Eliminating Form 901 reporting requirement","description":"For legislation to eliminate Form 901 higher education institution financial reporting requirements. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1044","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":750873,"bill_number":"H444","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4619","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H444","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":750874,"bill_number":"H342","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4142","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H342","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"},
{"bill_id":750875,"bill_number":"H350","title":"Establishing a moratorium for Commonwealth charter schools","description":"Relative to establishing a moratorium for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H350","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750876,"bill_number":"H1020","title":"To prevent retroactive loss of ConnectorCare coverage","description":"For legislation to prevent retroactive termination of the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector coverage for individuals at or below three hundred percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1020","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":750877,"bill_number":"H905","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H905","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750878,"bill_number":"H638","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H638","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750879,"bill_number":"H648","title":"To amend the toxics use reduction act","description":"Relative to certain fee exemptions under the toxics use reduction act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H648","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":750880,"bill_number":"H1475","title":"To reduce recidivism, curb unnecessary spending, and ensure appropriate use of segregation","description":"Relative to the use of solitary confinement in correctional facilities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4312","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1475","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750881,"bill_number":"H1608","title":"Updating the laws to protect women's health","description":"For legislation to further regulate the performing of abortions and protect women’s reproductive health. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1608","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":750882,"bill_number":"H642","title":"Relative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks","description":"Relative to the development and promulgation of regulations governing underground storage tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H642","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750883,"bill_number":"H927","title":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment","description":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H927","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":750884,"bill_number":"H147","title":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities","description":"Relative to industrial development finance authorities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H147","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750885,"bill_number":"H851","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H851","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":750886,"bill_number":"H1601","title":"Relative to court filing fees","description":"Relative to court filing fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1601","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":750887,"bill_number":"H389","title":"Relative to charter reconsideration","description":"For legislation to authorize the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to reconsider, revoke or suspend the granting of a charter to a charter school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H389","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750888,"bill_number":"H651","title":"Relative to control of tick-borne illness","description":"Relative to the management of low lands and swamps to control tick-borne illnesses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H651","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":750889,"bill_number":"H1576","title":"An act relative to appeals","description":"Relative to motor vehicle parking and bicyclist traffic violation appeals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1576","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":750890,"bill_number":"H1676","title":"Relative to rape of a child by force by previous offenders","description":"Relative to increasing the penalty for previously convicted felons subsequently convicted of the crime of rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1676","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":750891,"bill_number":"H1326","title":"Relative to a court approved parent education program","description":"Relative to a court approved parent education program in certain probate proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1326","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750892,"bill_number":"H1333","title":"Relative to juror qualification","description":"Relative to qualifications for jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1333","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750893,"bill_number":"H646","title":"Improving recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the development of economically sound and environmentally progressive solid waste management strategies to improve recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H646","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750894,"bill_number":"H1243","title":"Relative to public records","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of police officers in disciplinary action reviews. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1243","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750895,"bill_number":"H699","title":"Relative to conserving bluefin tuna","description":"Relative to the population of and control of fishing for Bluefin Tuna. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4649","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H699","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750896,"bill_number":"H1034","title":"Relative to the financing and providing of health care services, including adult foster care, involving federal and state health care programs","description":"Relative to the financing and providing of health care services, including adult foster care, involving federal and state health care programs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1034","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":750897,"bill_number":"H77","title":"To ensure continued health insurance coverage for children","description":"For legislation to ensure continued health insurance coverage for certain children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H77/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H77","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":750898,"bill_number":"H817","title":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits","description":"Relative to unclaimed life insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H817","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750899,"bill_number":"H965","title":"To ensure effective health care cost control","description":"For legislation to compare total health care spending with projected single payer health care system spending. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H965","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750900,"bill_number":"H1036","title":"Relative to continuity of care for families enrolled in MassHealth","description":"Relative to continuity of care for families enrolled in MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S570","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1036","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":750901,"bill_number":"H457","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relative to education collaboratives. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4782","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H457","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750902,"bill_number":"H1453","title":"Relative to malicious destruction of property","description":"Relative to the penalty imposed for malicious destruction of property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2132","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1453","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750903,"bill_number":"H747","title":"Making an appropriation for the fiscal year 2016 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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H747","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750904,"bill_number":"H236","title":"Relative to updating the plumbing code in order to accommodate agricultural uses","description":"By Mr. Mirra of West Newbury, a petition of Leonard Mirra and others that the Division of Professional Licensure be directed to 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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H236","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":750905,"bill_number":"H806","title":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver insurance plan","description":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver insurance plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H806","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750906,"bill_number":"H1390","title":"Relative to the jury management advisory committee","description":"Relative to increasing the membership of the Jury Management Advisory Committee. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1390","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750907,"bill_number":"H1352","title":"Relative to the position of Assistant Clerk in the First District Court of Eastern Worcester","description":"For legislation to increase the number of assistant clerk positions in the first district court of Eastern Worcester. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1352","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":750908,"bill_number":"H959","title":"Further regulating insurance benefits","description":"Relative to accidental sickness insurance coverage for annual physicals. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H959","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750909,"bill_number":"H1520","title":"Relative to the Sex Offender Registry Board","description":"Relative to the evaluation and classification of persons by the Sex Offender Registry Board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1520","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":750910,"bill_number":"H1272","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1272","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":750911,"bill_number":"H783","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H783","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":750912,"bill_number":"H33","title":"Making amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code covering provisions dealing with negotiable instruments and bank deposits and collections","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to making amendments to the Uniform Commercial Code covering provisions dealing with negotiable instruments and bank deposits and collections. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H33/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H33","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750913,"bill_number":"H278","title":"Defining regulation of home improvement contractors","description":"For legislation to further regulate home improvement contractors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H278","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":750914,"bill_number":"H135","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H135","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":750915,"bill_number":"H848","title":"To ensure rate equity and cost savings","description":"For legislation to ensure health care insurance rate equity and cost savings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H848","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":750916,"bill_number":"H1210","title":"Relative to improving the administration and efficiency of the judicial system","description":"Relative to the release of persons accused of certain crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1210","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750917,"bill_number":"H358","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1975","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H358","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":750918,"bill_number":"H1204","title":"Improving juror service responses","description":"For legislation to improve juror service responses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1204","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750919,"bill_number":"H1675","title":"Relative to towing and storage of a motor vehicle","description":"Relative to the towing and storage of motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1675","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":750920,"bill_number":"H985","title":"Relative to transfers of assets by MassHealth members","description":"Relative to transfers of assets by MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S619","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H985","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750921,"bill_number":"H409","title":"Relative to charter school renewal","description":"Relative to charter school renewal. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H409","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750922,"bill_number":"H1297","title":"To permit purging of juveniles delinquency records","description":"For legislation to permit the purging of juveniles delinquency records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1297","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":750923,"bill_number":"H524","title":"Relative the elimination of nursing home fees","description":"Relative to the elimination of nursing home fees. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H524","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750924,"bill_number":"H1262","title":"Relative to the mandated reporter law","description":"Relative to the reporting of neglect or abuse by mandated reporters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1262","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750925,"bill_number":"H1455","title":"Relative to criminal background checks for youth program volunteers","description":"For legislation to require the review of criminal offender record information for persons volunteering at organizations conducting activities and programs for children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1455","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750926,"bill_number":"H565","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"For legislation to further regulate absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H565","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750927,"bill_number":"H1060","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1060","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":750928,"bill_number":"H171","title":"Relative to the practice of medical physics","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration in medical physics. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4048","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H171","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":750929,"bill_number":"H279","title":"Relative to racing and simulcasting in Suffolk County","description":"Relative to racing and simulcasting in Suffolk County. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H279","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":750930,"bill_number":"H1474","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1474","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":750931,"bill_number":"H547","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 employees. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H547","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":750932,"bill_number":"H900","title":"To provide for tobacco cessation benefits","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H900","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":750933,"bill_number":"H702","title":"To create a framework to re-allocate responsibility for discarded products","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot, Jonathan Hecht and Ellen Story for the establishment of product stewardship programs to provide free-of-charge recycling when products are sold or discarded. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4670","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H702","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":750934,"bill_number":"H301","title":"Relative to charitable gaming","description":"Relative to charitable gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4013","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H301","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":750935,"bill_number":"H714","title":"To Establish a Beaver Damage Control Commission","description":"Relative to the impact of beaver dams in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H714","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":750936,"bill_number":"H115","title":"Providing for enhanced protection of children and investigation of abuse and neglect allegations","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and Donald H. Wong 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H115","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750937,"bill_number":"H343","title":"Increasing voting opportunities and online voter registration awareness in public schools","description":"Relative to increasing voting opportunities and online voter registration awareness in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H343","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":750938,"bill_number":"H566","title":"Changing the campaign finance reporting cycle","description":"Relative to campaign financing and reporting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H566","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750939,"bill_number":"H1607","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1607","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":750940,"bill_number":"H1279","title":"Relative to community corrections","description":"Relative to inmates or detainees awaiting trial while held in custody at a county correctional facility. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1279","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":750941,"bill_number":"H1351","title":"Amending the victim of violent crime compensation law","description":"For legislation to provide certain persons who were abused as a child with compensation from the Division of Victim Compensation and Assistance within the Department of the Attorney General. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1351","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":750942,"bill_number":"H1202","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"Relative to providing protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1202","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750943,"bill_number":"H979","title":"Relative to hospital profit transparency and fairness","description":"Relative to hospital profit transparency and fairness and the establishment of a Medicaid reimbursement enhancement fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H979","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":750944,"bill_number":"H1469","title":"Titled Justina's law","description":"Relative to indemnifying parents and legal guardians who have followed medical care recommended by a licensed medical or mental health provider. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1469","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":750945,"bill_number":"H754","title":"Establishing tracking and reporting requirements for Massachusetts transportation fuels and associated greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to compute and track the individual and collective lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of all fuels. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S456","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H754","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":750946,"bill_number":"H793","title":"Relative to qualifying student health insurance plans","description":"For legislation to include participation in a health care sharing ministry as a qualifying student health insurance plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H793","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":750947,"bill_number":"H926","title":"Relative to Massachusetts homeowners’ insurance rate filings","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance rate filings that include charges for expected hurricane losses or catastrophes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H926","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":750948,"bill_number":"H1602","title":"Imposing a life sentence as punishment for a second or subsequent conviction of the crime of rape","description":"Relative to the imposition of life sentences for second or subsequent convictions of the crime of rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1602","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750950,"bill_number":"H1057","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the ‘learning contract’","description":"By Mr. O’Day of West Boylston, a petition of James J. O’Day and others that the University of Massachusetts and the University of Massachusetts Medical School be directed to develop and implement provisions for payback in learning contracts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2097","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1057","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":750951,"bill_number":"H1172","title":"Enhancing services for juveniles","description":"Relative to court approved services for juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1172","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":750952,"bill_number":"H1158","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1158","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":750953,"bill_number":"H1424","title":"Relative to the Human Trafficking Trust Fund (HTTF)","description":"Relative to the deposit of certain fines into the Victims of Human Trafficking Trust Fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1424","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":750954,"bill_number":"H518","title":"To promote quality case management services on behalf of the elderly","description":"Relative to promoting elder citizen quality case management services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4620","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H518","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":750955,"bill_number":"H1030","title":"Establishing a grants program to increase dental services to Medicaid eligible patients","description":"Relative to establishing a grants program to increase dental services to Medicaid eligible patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1030","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750956,"bill_number":"H511","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S290","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H511","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":750957,"bill_number":"H23","title":"Relative to motor vehicles and aircraft","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to motor vehicles and aircraft. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H23/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H23","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750958,"bill_number":"H571","title":"Relative to State Employee Municipal Campaign Finance Laws","description":"For legislation to further regulate campaign contributions to political committees and candidates for legislative and state-wide elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H571","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750959,"bill_number":"H293","title":"Relative to studying gateway cities","description":"For legislation to create a task force (including members of the General Court) to study the impact and benefits of the additional funding for gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H293","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750960,"bill_number":"H1529","title":"Relative to judicial accountability","description":"Relative to judicial accountability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1529","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":750961,"bill_number":"H248","title":"Authorizing certain nonprofit charitable corporations to accept alcoholic beverages donations for service at certain fundraising events","description":"Relative to special alcohol licenses for nonprofit organizations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 458 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H248","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":750962,"bill_number":"H803","title":"Relative to debt settlement","description":"Relative to credit counseling services in debt settlement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H803","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":750964,"bill_number":"H983","title":"Relating to equitable provider reimbursement","description":"Relative to equitable health care provider reimbursement. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H983","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":750965,"bill_number":"H1537","title":"Authorizing sheriffs to impose fees","description":"By Mrs. 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1537","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":750966,"bill_number":"H238","title":"Relative to termination of sales to wholesalers by suppliers of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to the termination of sales to wholesalers by suppliers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H238","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":750967,"bill_number":"H366","title":"Comprehensive sexual education and violence prevention programs","description":"Relative to sexual education and violence prevention programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H366","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":750968,"bill_number":"H551","title":"Relative to the regulating of primary elections","description":"For legislation to further regulate primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H551","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":750969,"bill_number":"H314","title":"Relative to chapter 70","description":"For legislation to increase the minimum amount of aid to public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H314","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750970,"bill_number":"H1431","title":"Regarding foster parents rights to notice and an opportunity to be heard in legal proceedings involving foster children","description":"Relative to the rights of foster parents to receive notice and an opportunity to be heard in legal proceedings involving foster children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1431","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750971,"bill_number":"H1531","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"For legislation to update penalties and protect electronic privacy. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1531","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":750972,"bill_number":"H1559","title":"To promote public safety by improving the parole process","description":"Relative to the parole process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1559","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":750973,"bill_number":"H415","title":"Relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools","description":"By Representative Jones of North Reading and Senator deMacedo, a joint 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H415","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":750974,"bill_number":"H992","title":"To control costs of health care - mandate review","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of coverage for small businesses by instituting reforms to the mandated health benefits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H992","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":750975,"bill_number":"H483","title":"Relative to the harmful distribution of sexually explicit visual material","description":"For legislation to include instructions on the dangers and negative consequences of distributing sexually explicit visual material in human sexuality curriculum. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H483","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":750976,"bill_number":"H197","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H197","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":750977,"bill_number":"H969","title":"Relative to the definition of autism in the children's autism Medicaid waiver","description":"Relative to the definition of autism in the childrens autism Medicaid waiver. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H969","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":750978,"bill_number":"H1285","title":"Relative to disposition of court records","description":"Relative to the disposition of court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1285","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":750979,"bill_number":"H928","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H928","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":750980,"bill_number":"H138","title":"Relative to marketing prioritized development sites","description":"Relative to the creation and maintenance of a searchable public online database of sites available for development in cities and towns. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H138","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":750981,"bill_number":"H70","title":"Regarding spouses as caregivers","description":"Relative to spouses under the definition of family members serving as paid caregivers. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H70/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H70","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":750982,"bill_number":"H423","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H423","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":750983,"bill_number":"H908","title":"Relative to auto insurance reinspection requirements","description":"Relative to the re-inspection of certain repaired motor vehicles by damage appraisers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H908","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":750984,"bill_number":"H192","title":"Relative to a Twenty-first Century Systems License","description":"Relative to establishing a board of electrical and systems examiners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H192","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":750985,"bill_number":"H1139","title":"Relative to emergency hotel/motel housing requirements","description":"Relative to emergency hotel or motel housing requirements. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1139","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":750986,"bill_number":"H1551","title":"Relative to the award of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters","description":"Relative to the awarding of attorney’s fees, staff time, costs and expenses in code enforcement matters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1551","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":750987,"bill_number":"H223","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4183","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H223","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":750988,"bill_number":"H1513","title":"Relative to the disclosure of visual images of a person without his or her consent","description":"Relative to the disclosure of visual images of a person without his or her consent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1513","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":750989,"bill_number":"H1137","title":"Relative to the resolution of disputes for condominium or homeowners associations","description":"Relative to by-laws of condominium associations and homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1137","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750991,"bill_number":"H204","title":"Relative to CORI checking for bidding privileges at auto auctions","description":"Relative to background checks for bidders at auto auctions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H204","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":750992,"bill_number":"H1526","title":"Relative to impersonating police officers and other officials","description":"Relative to penalties for the crime of impersonating a police officer or certain other officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1526","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":750993,"bill_number":"H495","title":"Relative to student data","description":"Relative to student data collection and preservation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H495","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":750994,"bill_number":"H406","title":"Relative to safe schools","description":"Relative to employing appropriate discipline management techniques in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4408","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H406","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":750995,"bill_number":"H946","title":"Providing coverage for hearing aids","description":"For legislation to provide health benefit plan coverage for hearing aids. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H946","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":750996,"bill_number":"H1588","title":"Relative to health care proxies","description":"Relative to judicial proceedings involving health care proxies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1588","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":750997,"bill_number":"H1001","title":"Relative to behavioral health services","description":"For legislation to require MassHealth and Medicaid managed care organizations to pay for certain services rendered to patients required to wait in hospital emergency rooms while awaiting placement in behavioral health beds. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1001","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":750998,"bill_number":"H1380","title":"INCREASING PENALTIES FOR DISCHARGING A FIREARM INTO A DWELLING, RESIDENCE OR STRUCTURE WHERE PERSONS RESIDE","description":"Relative to increasing the penalties for discharging firearms into a residential dwelling, daycare facility or school building. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4314","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1380","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":750999,"bill_number":"H1456","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1456","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751000,"bill_number":"H655","title":"Protecting Massachusetts pollinators","description":"Relative to the use and protection of pollinators. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4187","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H655","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":751001,"bill_number":"H804","title":"Relative to family financial protection","description":"For legislation to protect families from adverse financial conditions caused by unreasonable debt. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4194","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H804","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":751002,"bill_number":"H785","title":"Relative to the continuity of care of mental health treatment","description":"Relative to the continuity of care for mental health treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H785","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":751003,"bill_number":"H1629","title":"Relative to the advisory board to the justices of the supreme judicial court","description":"Relative to the membership of the Advisory Board to the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1629","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":751004,"bill_number":"H134","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H134","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751005,"bill_number":"H1141","title":"Relative to reducing damage caused by the current foreclosure crisis in the historic districts of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to foreclosures in the historic districts of the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1141","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751006,"bill_number":"H178","title":"Relative to the establishment of a commission for fairness in liquor licensing","description":"Relative to fairness in liquor licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H178","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":751007,"bill_number":"H22","title":"Relative to explosive bonds","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to explosive bonds. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H22/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H22","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751008,"bill_number":"H901","title":"Relative to Lyme disease treatment coverage","description":"Relative to Lyme disease treatment health insurance coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4198","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H901","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751009,"bill_number":"H193","title":"To ban robocalls","description":"For legislation to ban robocalls, so-called. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4181","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H193","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751010,"bill_number":"H1261","title":"Relative to great-grandparent visitation rights","description":"Relative to great-grandparent visitation rights of certain minor children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1261","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":751011,"bill_number":"H1655","title":"Relative to the modification of late fees","description":"Relative to the modification of lease or rental agreement late fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1655","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751012,"bill_number":"H290","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H290","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":751013,"bill_number":"H1395","title":"Relative to the enticement of children online","description":"Relative to the online enticement of children. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1395","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751014,"bill_number":"H631","title":"Relative to the financing of dredging projects","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H631","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751015,"bill_number":"H151","title":"Exempting certain fraternal organizations from the tax of sales of alcoholic beverages","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that certain fraternal organizations be exempt from the tax on the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H151","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751016,"bill_number":"H779","title":"Authorizing insurance providers to extend motor vehicle liability insurance rebates to customers with safe driving records","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and James M. Murphy that insurance companies be authorized to extend rebates to clients with safe driving records. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H779","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751017,"bill_number":"H674","title":"Relative to drinking and ground water research","description":"By Mr. Frost of Auburn, a petition of Paul K. Frost, Denise Provost and Brian R. Mannal that the Department of Environmental Affairs be directed to establish a drinking and ground water research project in Worcester County with the Silent Spring Institute. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4166","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H674","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":751018,"bill_number":"H443","title":"To support schools and communities to increase opportunities for physical activity","description":"For legislation to support schools and communities in increasing opportunities for physical activity. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H443","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":751019,"bill_number":"H250","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H250","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751020,"bill_number":"H1347","title":"Relating to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to sexual assault prosecutions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1347","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":751021,"bill_number":"H782","title":"Establishing uniform safeguards and public protections for consumers conducting bank transactions at automated teller machines","description":"For legislation to establish safeguards and public protections for consumers conducting bank transactions at automated teller machines. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H782","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751022,"bill_number":"H1168","title":"To preserve access to inpatient mental health services for individuals with mental illness","description":"Relative to the psychiatric evaluation and treatment of certain mentally ill persons alleged to have committed assault or assault and battery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1168","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":751023,"bill_number":"H608","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method","description":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method, so-called. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H608","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":751024,"bill_number":"H194","title":"To strengthen enforcement of Chapter 141 and 147 licenses","description":"For legislation to establish the wiring inspector education trust fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S135","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H194","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751025,"bill_number":"H1459","title":"Further regulating the appointment of certain guardians","description":"Relative to further regulating the appointment of certain guardians by the Probate Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1459","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751026,"bill_number":"H473","title":"Concerning genocide education","description":"Relative to the teaching of genocide education in the public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H473","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":751027,"bill_number":"H1462","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1462","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":751028,"bill_number":"H668","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. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H668","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":751029,"bill_number":"H239","title":"Relative to the constitutionality of statutes in case of invalidation of any provision","description":"Relative to the application of the remaining provisions of statutes governing the taxation, distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages in cases when certain provisions are deemed unconstitutional. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H239","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":751030,"bill_number":"H1425","title":"Relative to the health of public safety officers","description":"Relative to the health of public safety officers exposed to hypodermic syringes or hypodermic needles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1425","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751032,"bill_number":"H449","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H449","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751033,"bill_number":"H618","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H618","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751034,"bill_number":"H1299","title":"Relative to the sealing of youthful offender and the expungement of juvenile records","description":"Relative to the sealing of youthful offender records and the expungement of juvenile records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1299","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":751035,"bill_number":"H891","title":"Relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees","description":"Relative to access to health insurance for human service providers and their employees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H891","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751036,"bill_number":"H1140","title":"To exclude cities and towns that adopt a housing linkage program from certain provisions of chapter 40b","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1140","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751037,"bill_number":"H1187","title":"Relative to increasing fines for safety belt violations","description":"For legislation to increase the fines for failure to wear a seat belt. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4105","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1187","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751038,"bill_number":"H767","title":"Relative to the preservation of land designated areas of critical concern","description":"Relative to the protection of property owned by the Commonwealth and part of the Blue Hill Reservation referred to as Fowl Meadow. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H767","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":751039,"bill_number":"H1211","title":"To fund youth courts","description":"For legislation to fund youth courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1211","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751040,"bill_number":"H1026","title":"Establishing Medicare for all in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a single-payer health insurance trust fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1026","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751041,"bill_number":"H268","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H268","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751042,"bill_number":"H1313","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"For legislation to promote the use of restorative justice practices. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4368","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1313","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751043,"bill_number":"H1434","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1434","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751044,"bill_number":"H1445","title":"Protecting consumers' privacy in mortgage applications","description":"Relative to consumer privacy in mortgage applications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1445","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":751045,"bill_number":"H116","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":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H116","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751046,"bill_number":"H1515","title":"Relative to achieving pay parity for Massachusetts trial court chief probation officers","description":"Relative to the compensation of chief probation officers of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1515","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":751047,"bill_number":"H1448","title":"Regulating fees for the registration of attorneys","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1448","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751048,"bill_number":"H152","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S141","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H152","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":751049,"bill_number":"H1003","title":"Relative to provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs","description":"By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for the imposition of a moratorium on the enactment of new mandated health benefits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1003","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751050,"bill_number":"H39","title":"Establishing uniform collaborative law","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to establishing uniform collaborative law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H39/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H39","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751051,"bill_number":"H1305","title":"Relative to suppressors","description":"Relative to instruments used for the muffling of noise from the firing of firearms. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1305","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":751052,"bill_number":"H1442","title":"Relative to certain construction contracts","description":"Relative to certain construction contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1442","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":751053,"bill_number":"H269","title":"Providing timely consumer protection for users of real estate appraisal services","description":"Relative to defining a timeframe for users of real estate appraisal services to file a complaint with the Department of Public Licensure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H269","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751054,"bill_number":"H243","title":"To prohibit powdered alcohol","description":"Relative to the sale, delivery, receipt or purchase for resale of powdered alcoholic products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S173","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H243","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":751055,"bill_number":"H1089","title":"Relative to the housing development incentive program","description":"Relative to further clarifying the rehabilitation of property under the Housing Development Incentive Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4136","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1089","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":751056,"bill_number":"H1567","title":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","description":"Relative to the penalty for the transmission of indecent visual depictions by persons less than eighteen years. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4370","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1567","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":751057,"bill_number":"H461","title":"Relative to the school choice program","description":"Relative to the school choice program for children accepted to attend public schools in communities other than the ones in which they reside. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4139","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H461","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751058,"bill_number":"H1573","title":"Relative to the repeal of certain archaic laws concerning animals","description":"Relative to Sunday hunting, the protection of pigeons and penalties for the sexual abuse of animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1573","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":751059,"bill_number":"H1329","title":"Relative to shared parenting","description":"Relative to shared parenting in cases of divorce. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1329","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751060,"bill_number":"H1298","title":"Relative to End of Life Family Funeral visitation","description":"Relative to funeral visitation for inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1298","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":751061,"bill_number":"H1058","title":"Relative to in-state tuition retention for UMMS","description":"Relative to in-state tuition and fee retention for University of Massachusetts Medical School students. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1058","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751062,"bill_number":"H1664","title":"Requiring rent escrow","description":"Relative to requiring rent escrow accounts in complaints for eviction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1664","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":751063,"bill_number":"H1633","title":"Relative to the appointment of deputy assistant clerks","description":"For legislation to authorize the Suffolk County Clerk of Courts to designate certain employees as deputy assistant clerks of the courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1633","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":751064,"bill_number":"H137","title":"Establishing a low vision registry","description":"Relative to establishing a low-vision registry and improving access to information for the Commonwealth Registry of the Blind. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H137","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":751065,"bill_number":"H758","title":"Relative to noise and air pollution","description":"Relative to noise and air pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4652","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H758","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":751066,"bill_number":"H203","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H203","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":751067,"bill_number":"H431","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H431","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":751068,"bill_number":"H1009","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1009","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":751069,"bill_number":"H1530","title":"Establishing civil and criminal penalties for female genital mutilation","description":"Relative to the penalties for the crime of female genital mutilation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1530","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":751070,"bill_number":"H1324","title":"Prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against a minor","description":"For legislation to prohibit court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1324","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751071,"bill_number":"H1098","title":"Relative to redevelopment authority vacancies","description":"Relative to the filling of vacancies in municipal housing or redevelopment authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1098","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":751073,"bill_number":"H32","title":"Making uniform the law regarding trade secrets","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to making uniform the law regarding trade secrets. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H32/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H32","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751074,"bill_number":"H1183","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1183","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751075,"bill_number":"H1447","title":"To adequately compensate career prosecutors","description":"Relative to the salaries and appointments of certain personnel within the offices of the district attorneys of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1447","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751076,"bill_number":"H34","title":"Adopting the Uniform Assignment of Rents Act","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Commission on Uniform State Laws (House, No. 31) as relates to adopting the Uniform Assignment of Rents Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H34/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H34","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751077,"bill_number":"H101","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"Relative to the placement of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S75","last_action_date":"2015-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H101","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":751078,"bill_number":"H925","title":"To limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for mental health and substance abuse services","description":"For legislation to limit retroactive denials of health insurance claims for mental health and substance abuse services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H925","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751079,"bill_number":"H1369","title":"Relative to the recidivism reducing program reporting by the Commissioner of the Department of Correction","description":"Relative to the reporting of recidivism reducing program outcomes by the Department of Correction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1369","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751080,"bill_number":"H211","title":"Relative to leased office equipment and protection of privacy","description":"Relative to leased office equipment and destruction of hard drive devices. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H211","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751081,"bill_number":"H1062","title":"To establish a commission to study a \"Pay it Forward\" model of higher education financing","description":"Relative to the “Pay it Forward” model of higher education financing. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1062","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":751082,"bill_number":"H191","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H191","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751083,"bill_number":"H76","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H76/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H76","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":751084,"bill_number":"H1190","title":"Relative to probation officer warrant procedures","description":"Relative to authorizing probation officers to request the issuance of warrants for violations of probation conditions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1190","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751085,"bill_number":"H1524","title":"Relative to non-emergency 911 calls","description":"Relative to the penalties for excessive non-emergency 911 calls. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1524","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":751086,"bill_number":"H271","title":"Relative to for-profit charitable solicitation","description":"Relative to the solicitation of charitable donations for profit. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4180","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H271","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751087,"bill_number":"H1231","title":"Relative to leaving the scene of a collision","description":"Relative to motor vehicle operators leaving the scene of a collision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1231","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751088,"bill_number":"H1265","title":"Relative to public records requests","description":"Relative to the penalties for violations of the public records law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1265","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":751089,"bill_number":"H1193","title":"To allow audiovisual depositions","description":"Relative to audiovisual judicial depositions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4106","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1193","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751090,"bill_number":"H297","title":"Relative to transit","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H297","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":751091,"bill_number":"H986","title":"To encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care","description":"For legislation to encourage quality reviews and reduce costs in health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H986","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":751092,"bill_number":"H1647","title":"Relative to the protection of public safety officers","description":"For legislation to establish a criminal penalty for the possession of a handcuff key by certain persons held in custody. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1647","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":751093,"bill_number":"H1499","title":"Relative to police investigations","description":"Relative to authorizing the recording of conversations during certain investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1499","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":751094,"bill_number":"H1151","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1151","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751095,"bill_number":"H1133","title":"Relative to meetings of condominium or homeowners’ associations","description":"Relative to meetings of condominium associations and homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1133","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751096,"bill_number":"H814","title":"Relative to an investigation of flood insurance by the attorney general","description":"For legislation to direct the Attorney General to provide for a study of the methodology used to promulgate new flood insurance rate maps through the National Flood Insurance Program. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4621","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H814","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751097,"bill_number":"H881","title":"Relative to the cancellation of certain health insurance policies","description":"Relative to the cancellation of certain health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H881","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751098,"bill_number":"H1205","title":"Relative to pre-trial detention","description":"Relative to the adjournment of examinations and trails. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1205","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":751099,"bill_number":"H1460","title":"Relative to the intimidation of witnesses and interfering with justice","description":"Relative to intimidation in the criminal justice system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1460","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751100,"bill_number":"H169","title":"Relative to massage therapy services on Sundays and holidays","description":"For legislation to authorize massage therapy services to operate on Sundays and holidays. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 460 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H169","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751101,"bill_number":"H863","title":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver insurance plan","description":"Relative to the property damage threshold for surchargeable incidents under a safe driver motor vehicle insurance plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H863","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":751102,"bill_number":"H794","title":"Further regulating the reserve fund for credit unions","description":"Relative to the reserve fund for credit unions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4193","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H794","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751103,"bill_number":"H895","title":"Relative to the withdrawal of funds from retirement accounts","description":"Relative to the withdrawal of funds from retirement accounts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H895","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":751104,"bill_number":"H1585","title":"Relative to limited civil liability for sports officials","description":"Relative to limited civil liability for sports officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1585","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751105,"bill_number":"H1270","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and juveniles","description":"For legislation to expunge the records of persons falsely accused and juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1270","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":751106,"bill_number":"H679","title":"Providing for notice to the public of hazardous waste sites","description":"Relative to providing municipal notices to the public of hazardous waste sites. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H679","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751107,"bill_number":"H1654","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1654","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751108,"bill_number":"H510","title":"Relative to the regional school transportation reimbursement fund","description":"Relative to the regional school transportation reimbursement fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H510","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":751109,"bill_number":"H361","title":"Relative to special education enrollment","description":"Relative to the definition of students enrolled in special education classes inside and outside of school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H361","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":751110,"bill_number":"H1082","title":"Relative to the designation of rental housing","description":"Relative to the designation of rental housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1082","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751111,"bill_number":"H603","title":"Relative to voter registration for program participants","description":"Relative to authorizing registered voters to remove their registration status from public lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H603","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751113,"bill_number":"H984","title":"Relative to keep people healthy by removing barriers to cost-effective care","description":"For legislation to establish a program within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to eliminate copays and deductibles for certain high-value and low-cost prescription drugs and treatments. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H984","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":751114,"bill_number":"H730","title":"Concerning the trapping of fur-bearing mammals","description":"For legislation to further regulate the trapping of fur-bearing mammals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H730","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":751115,"bill_number":"H322","title":"To establish a new high school diploma","description":"Relative to high school graduation requirements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H322","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751116,"bill_number":"H347","title":"To examine the issue of funding excessive class size","description":"By Ms. DuBois of Brockton, a petition of Michelle M. DuBois and others that the Foundation Budget Commission be directed to study additional funding for class sizes exceeding local limits. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H347","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":751117,"bill_number":"H1294","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1294","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":751118,"bill_number":"H1406","title":"Removing state funded counsel from sex offender classification hearings","description":"Relative to access to state funded counsel during sex offender classification hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1406","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751119,"bill_number":"H919","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H919","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":751120,"bill_number":"H1597","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1597","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":751121,"bill_number":"H334","title":"Relative to accommodations for special needs students taking the MCAS examination","description":"Relative to accommodations for special needs students taking the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) examination. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H334","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751122,"bill_number":"H1023","title":"Relative to electronic health records","description":"Relative to the effective date of the interoperable electronic health records system. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1023","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":751123,"bill_number":"H356","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to fees paid for school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H356","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":751124,"bill_number":"H916","title":"To eliminate penalty charges when cancelling auto insurance policies","description":"For legislation to eliminate penalty charges when cancelling motor vehicle insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H916","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":751125,"bill_number":"H652","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H652","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":751126,"bill_number":"H624","title":"Relative to Prevention of Hazardous Material Release","description":"Relative to the prevention of hazardous material release through underground tanks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4648","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H624","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":751127,"bill_number":"H218","title":"To maintain public water systems","description":"For legislation to exempt certain persons experienced in performing sprinkler fitting from sprinkler fitters’ examining and licensing requirements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2124","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H218","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":751128,"bill_number":"H295","title":"Establishing an office of rural policy","description":"Relative to establishing an office of rural policy. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4118","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H295","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":751129,"bill_number":"H970","title":"To promote accessible substance abuse treatment for all","description":"Relative to public health, substance abuse, treatment and opioids and accessible substance abuse treatment for all. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H970","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751130,"bill_number":"H521","title":"Creating a special commission on institutional long term care","description":"Relative to institutional long term care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H521","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":751131,"bill_number":"H1274","title":"Relating to the treatment of elephants","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the mistreatment of elephants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1274","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":751132,"bill_number":"H633","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H633","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751133,"bill_number":"H874","title":"Relative to insurance points surcharges","description":"Relative to insurance points surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H874","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":751134,"bill_number":"H947","title":"To Regulate Appraisal Management Companies","description":"For legislation to regulate real estate appraisal management companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4399","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H947","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751135,"bill_number":"H1027","title":"Relative to prescription drugs","description":"Relative to the purchase of prescription drugs from Canada. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1027","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751136,"bill_number":"H448","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to sexual health education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H448","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751137,"bill_number":"H150","title":"Relative to the disclosure of wetlands on property","description":"Relative to wetland disclosures by real estate agents. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H150","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751138,"bill_number":"H1330","title":"Relative to the concealment of the death of children and the penalties for the sale or purchase of minor children","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1330","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751139,"bill_number":"H489","title":"Establishing Universal Early Education and Full-day Kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish universal early education and full-day kindergarten in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H489","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":751140,"bill_number":"H1467","title":"Regarding testimony after grant of immunity to a witness","description":"Relative to instituting contempt proceedings against witnesses who have been granted immunity and refuse to testify. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1467","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":751141,"bill_number":"H1354","title":"Relative to juries and the Office of the Jury Commissioner","description":"Relative to the selection and qualification of jurors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1354","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":751142,"bill_number":"H104","title":"Relative to proof of residency","description":"Relative to residency verification for people seeking taxpayer-funded individual benefits from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H104","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":751143,"bill_number":"H812","title":"Protecting Small Group Health Insurance","description":"For legislation to ensure group base premium insurance rates for eligible small employers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H812","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751144,"bill_number":"H523","title":"Relative to senior hoarding","description":"Relative to senior hoarding. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S359","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H523","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":751145,"bill_number":"H221","title":"Relative to cosmetology","description":"For legislation to establish minimum hours of study for certain professions licensed by the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H221","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":751146,"bill_number":"H773","title":"Regulating the cultivation of Industrial Hemp","description":"For legislation to regulate the cultivation of industrial hemp. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4170","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H773","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751147,"bill_number":"H185","title":"To encourage well qualified practitioners in the field of personal training","description":"Relative to practitioners in the field of personal training. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H185","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":751148,"bill_number":"H1540","title":"Providing visitation rights for great-grandparents","description":"For legislation to provide visitation rights for great grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1540","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751149,"bill_number":"H801","title":"Relative to communications between health insurers and patients","description":"Relative to communications between health insurers and patients concerning end-of-life treatment options. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H801","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":751150,"bill_number":"H1310","title":"Relative to animal abuse","description":"Relative to the penalties for animal abuse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1310","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":751151,"bill_number":"H1249","title":"Providing further information on criminal offender records","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1249","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":751152,"bill_number":"H497","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H497","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751154,"bill_number":"H988","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"Relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H988","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":751155,"bill_number":"H187","title":"Relative to tenant brewers","description":"Relative to the issuance of tenant/host brewer licenses for the purpose of producing and packaging beer. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H187","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":751156,"bill_number":"H1241","title":"To Require Property Owners to Bear the Cost of Relocation Assistance","description":"For legislation to require property owners to pay the costs of relocation assistance for tenants ordered to vacate due to violations of the sanitary code. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1241","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":751157,"bill_number":"H1449","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1449","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751158,"bill_number":"H161","title":"Modernizing the business licensing process","description":"For legislation to modernize the business licensing process. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H161","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":751159,"bill_number":"H611","title":"Relative to voting rights in the town of Amherst","description":"Relative to resident aliens eighteen years of age or older residing in the town of Amherst being eligible to vote in local elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H611","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":751160,"bill_number":"H1408","title":"Adopting the Federal Uniform Trade Secret Act","description":"Relative to the regulation of trade by the establishment of a uniform trade secrets act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1408","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751161,"bill_number":"H1010","title":"Providing health care coverage for mandibular advancement splints","description":"For legislation to provide health care coverage by the Division of Medical Assistance for mandibular advancement splints in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1010","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751162,"bill_number":"H1106","title":"To prohibit smoking in residential apartments","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in residential apartments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1106","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751163,"bill_number":"H734","title":"Relative to shellfish reefs and water quality","description":"Relative to shellfish reefs and water quality. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H734","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":751164,"bill_number":"H1278","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for victims of sexual assault and related purposes","description":"Relative to rendering the criminal and civil justice systems accessible to victims of sexual violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4364","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1278","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":751165,"bill_number":"H1252","title":"Reducing interest paid by local governments","description":"Relative to the calculation of interest paid by local governments in certain judicial actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1252","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":751166,"bill_number":"H481","title":"Relative to teacher certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation","description":"Relative to requiring mandatory CPR training for all elementary and secondary school teachers in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H481","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751167,"bill_number":"H384","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H384","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751168,"bill_number":"H1649","title":"Relative to swatting","description":"Relative to the penalties for providing false information to public safety personnel and causing the unnecessary dispatch of emergency personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1649","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":751169,"bill_number":"H606","title":"Relative to political designations","description":"Relative to political designations. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H606","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751170,"bill_number":"H913","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4202","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H913","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":751171,"bill_number":"H826","title":"Requiring the Commissioner of Insurance to study the labor rates paid by auto insurers for the repair of damaged motor vehicles","description":"Relative to authorizing the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance to conduct an investigation and study relating to the repair of damaged motor vehicles and the labor rates paid for such repairs. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H826","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751172,"bill_number":"H455","title":"Establishing a commission to study vocational-technical schools","description":"Relative to vocational-technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H455","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751173,"bill_number":"H1150","title":"Relative to level I sex offenders","description":"For legislation to require police stations to provide information identifying level 1 sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1150","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751174,"bill_number":"H936","title":"An act relative to banks and banking","description":"Relative to consolidations and mergers of certain financial institutions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H936","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":751175,"bill_number":"H1311","title":"Requiring automatic external defibrillator devices in health clubs","description":"Relative to health clubs and the use and deployment of defibrillators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1311","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751176,"bill_number":"H1025","title":"Preventing unnecessary medical debt","description":"Relative to preventing unnecessary medical debt through hospital and affiliate charity care policies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1025","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":751177,"bill_number":"H1061","title":"Relative to equal opportunity for high school graduates in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide high school graduates equal access to in-state tuition rates and financial aid in the higher education system. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1061","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751178,"bill_number":"H73","title":"Relative to the Well-being of Public Assistance Recipients","description":"Relative to requiring drug tests to screen individuals who apply for transitional assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H73/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H73","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751179,"bill_number":"H128","title":"Updating the real lives bill","description":"For legislation to assist people with disabilities in realizing their rights and exercising their responsibilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H128","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751180,"bill_number":"H1181","title":"Relative to the Safety of School Grounds","description":"Relative to trespassing or loitering on school grounds. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1181","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751181,"bill_number":"H584","title":"Changing the term unenrolled to undeclared","description":"For legislation to change the term designating certain registered voters as “unenrolled” to “undeclared”. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H584","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":751182,"bill_number":"H1555","title":"To ensure continued humane animal care and support family farms","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1555","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":751183,"bill_number":"H1415","title":"Relative to CORI","description":"For legislation to waive the fee for legal custodians to obtain the criminal record information of certain childcare providers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1415","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751184,"bill_number":"H1672","title":"To enhance safety on public ways","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for blocking public ways and disrupting traffic. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1672","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":751185,"bill_number":"H332","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S297","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H332","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751186,"bill_number":"H1348","title":"Relating to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to civil actions in cases of sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1348","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":751187,"bill_number":"H540","title":"To establish election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H540","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":751188,"bill_number":"H609","title":"To establish ranked voting for military and overseas absentee Presidential primary ballots","description":"For legislation to establish ranked voting for military and overseas absentee Presidential primary ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H609","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":751189,"bill_number":"H1063","title":"To establish a commission to study the feasibility of creating and funding a universal children’s savings account","description":"Relative to the feasibility of creating and funding a universal children’s college savings account. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1067","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1063","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":751190,"bill_number":"H593","title":"Relative to unaffiliated voters","description":"Relative to unenrolled voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H593","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751191,"bill_number":"H357","title":"Relative to dress codes in public schools","description":"Relative to dress codes in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H357","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":751192,"bill_number":"H242","title":"Relative to telecommunications systems contractors and technicians","description":"Relative to further regulating telecommunications systems contractors and technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H242","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":751194,"bill_number":"H692","title":"Designating a certain area in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston in memory of Trooper Mark S. Charbonnier and Deputy Sheriff Sgt. Richard \"Ricky\" Dever","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt and Daniel J. Ryan that the Department of Conservation and Recreation be directed to designate a certain area along the Neponset River in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston in memory of Trooper Mark S. Charbonnier and Deputy Sheriff Sgt. Richard “Ricky” Dever. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H692","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":751195,"bill_number":"H822","title":"Relative to Medicaid","description":"For legislation to establish a Medicaid life settlement program pursuant to the insurance laws of the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H822","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":751196,"bill_number":"H1220","title":"Relative to the posting of a security for seized animals in cruelty cases","description":"Relative to the posting of security for seized animals in cruelty cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 457 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751197,"bill_number":"H1090","title":"Relative to cost certification for certain housing developments","description":"For legislation to require audits of the costs of certain affordable housing projects. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1090","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":751198,"bill_number":"H890","title":"Declaring full disclosure on an application for a loan","description":"Relative to disclosures on applications for loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H890","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751199,"bill_number":"H953","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4206","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H953","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751200,"bill_number":"H264","title":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak and Carolyn C. Dykema that telemarketers be required to use legitimate phone numbers so that consumers can directly communicate with solicitors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4180","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H264","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751201,"bill_number":"H610","title":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method in primary elections","description":"Relative to voting by the instant runoff voting method, so-called, in primary elections. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H610","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":751202,"bill_number":"H931","title":"Relative to transportation network company services","description":"Relative to insurance for transportation service companies that use digital networks or software application services to connect passengers to services provided by transportation network company drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4049","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H931","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":751203,"bill_number":"H106","title":"Establishing a commission to study medical abuse claims","description":"By Mr. Lyons of Andover, a petition of James J. Lyons, Jr., and others for an investigation by an independent commission on a certain case before the Department of Children and Families regarding Justina Pelletier. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H106","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":751204,"bill_number":"H452","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery","description":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H452","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751205,"bill_number":"H458","title":"To assist parental choice concerning special education placements","description":"Relative to assisting parental choice concerning special education placements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S250","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H458","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751206,"bill_number":"H960","title":"To improve access to child and adolescent mental health services","description":"Relative to child and adolescent mental health services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H960","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":751207,"bill_number":"H1450","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1450","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":751208,"bill_number":"H1486","title":"Relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants","description":"Relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1486","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":751209,"bill_number":"H1523","title":"Relative to the prevention of child sex abuse","description":"Relative to the penalties for sexual abuse of a child under thirteen years of age. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1523","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":751210,"bill_number":"H186","title":"Relative to secondhand dealers","description":"Relative to regulating secondhand dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H186","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":751211,"bill_number":"H907","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H907","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751212,"bill_number":"H1436","title":"To promote transparency, best practices and better outcomes for children and communities","description":"Relative to the evaluation of the frequency and outcome of contacts between juveniles of various racial and ethnic categories and law enforcement personnel, court personnel and other Commonwealth officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1436","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751213,"bill_number":"H768","title":"Relative to waste removal plans for transfer stations","description":"Relative to permit applications for non-hazardous waste transfer stations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4669","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H768","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":751214,"bill_number":"H904","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"Relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H904","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":751215,"bill_number":"H1624","title":"Relating to inmates organ donations","description":"For legislation to establish an organ and tissue donor program within the Department of Correction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1624","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751216,"bill_number":"H292","title":"Changing the Definition of a Gateway City","description":"For legislation to change the definition of “gateway municipality”. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H292","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751217,"bill_number":"H820","title":"Reforming the healthcare expenditure benchmark","description":"Relative to health care expenditure benchmarks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H820","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":751218,"bill_number":"H680","title":"To assure uniformity in the regulation of sanitary sewage treatment and disposal","description":"For legislation to further regulate sanitary sewage treatment and disposal. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4655","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H680","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751219,"bill_number":"H531","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H531","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751220,"bill_number":"H1251","title":"Relative to penalties for unlicensed work","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for continuing to practice a trade or profession after a certificate, registration, license or authority to do so has been suspended, revoked or cancelled. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1251","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751221,"bill_number":"H450","title":"Relative to Informational Technology Upgrade Reimbursements for PARCC Compliance","description":"For legislation to provide reimbursements for certain informational technology enhancements in compliance with the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H450","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":751222,"bill_number":"H962","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance to set labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4197","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H962","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":751223,"bill_number":"H1416","title":"Providing for certain exemptions from jury duty","description":"Relative to exempting certain providers of health care services from jury duty. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1416","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751224,"bill_number":"H1213","title":"To prevent drug abuse","description":"For legislation to provide that certain monies obtained from the seizure of controlled substances be used to prevent gang violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1213","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751225,"bill_number":"H1542","title":"Relative to expanding protections against the crime of incest","description":"Relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1542","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751226,"bill_number":"H1267","title":"Relative to falsely assuming to be a public official","description":"Relative to the penalties imposed for falsely assuming to be a public official. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1267","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":751227,"bill_number":"H493","title":"Relative to charter schools","description":"Relative to applications for the establishment of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H493","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751228,"bill_number":"H1281","title":"Relative to the further protection of personal property by motor vehicle damage","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for the reckless or negligent operation of a motor vehicle. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1281","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":751229,"bill_number":"H80","title":"Relative to research and wards of state","description":"Relative to research and wards of state not otherwise approvable and problems affecting the health or welfare of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H80/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H80","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":751230,"bill_number":"H1253","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"Relative to the penalty for failure to stop operating a motor vehicle when being pursued by a police officer. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1253","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":751231,"bill_number":"H1037","title":"To amend Section 3, Chapter 111M of the General Laws relative to Massachusetts residents living in a foreign country and health insurance penalties","description":"Relative to health insurance penalties for residents living in a foreign country. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1037","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751232,"bill_number":"H1637","title":"Relative to police equipment","description":"For legislation to allow for police body cameras. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1637","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":751233,"bill_number":"H436","title":"Updating Section 52 of Chapter 71","description":"Relative to the compensation of school committee members. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H436","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751235,"bill_number":"H759","title":"Relative to the conservation of Atlantic striped bass","description":"Relative to the Atlantic striped bass. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4169","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H759","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751236,"bill_number":"H1405","title":"Relative to school and public threats","description":"Relative to the penalties for certain crimes against public peace. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1405","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751237,"bill_number":"H554","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H554","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751238,"bill_number":"H740","title":"To protect our drinking water from hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to protect drinking water from hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S457","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H740","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751239,"bill_number":"H930","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"Relative to expanding health insurance coverage for certain acupuncture services, diagnosis and treatment and establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate the potential for better integrated use of acupuncture services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H930","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":751240,"bill_number":"H619","title":"Prohibiting the leasing of certain real property known as outer Brewster Island in Boston Harbor","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers that the Commissioner of the Division 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H619","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751241,"bill_number":"H871","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"Relative to common summary of payments forms for health care services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3920","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H871","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":751242,"bill_number":"H439","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3754","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H439","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":751243,"bill_number":"H708","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"Relative to the operation of snowmobiles. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1955","last_action_date":"2015-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H708","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":751244,"bill_number":"H1577","title":"Relative to gender identity and nondiscrimination","description":"Relative to gender identity and access to public accommodations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4253","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1577","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":751245,"bill_number":"H1580","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1580","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751246,"bill_number":"H200","title":"To increase transparency and trust in charitable solicitations","description":"For legislation to increase transparency and trust in charitable solicitations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H200","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":751247,"bill_number":"H572","title":"Relative to the Elimination of Public Campaign Financing","description":"For legislation to eliminate limited public financing of campaigns for state-wide elective office. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H572","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751248,"bill_number":"H1368","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John Morrill, an employee of the Attleboro district court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John Morrill, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-02","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1368","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751249,"bill_number":"H103","title":"Relative to proof of residency","description":"For legislation to require proof of residency for public benefits. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H103","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":751250,"bill_number":"H694","title":"Relative to Title V approval","description":"Relative to the approval of sewer disposal systems which have been installed for less than three years. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4655","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H694","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751251,"bill_number":"H159","title":"To protect businesses from unwanted telemarketing","description":"Relative to telemarketing solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H159","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751252,"bill_number":"H549","title":"To increase voter education and registration in public schools","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition of Diana DiZoglio and others that public school students of voting age be instructed on the voter registration process and provided access to voter registration forms. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H549","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":751253,"bill_number":"H1104","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1104","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":751254,"bill_number":"H391","title":"Relative to school improvement plans","description":"Relative to school improvement plans. Education.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 255 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H391","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":751255,"bill_number":"H1338","title":"Relative to abrogating the charitable immunity cap","description":"For legislation to prohibit the defense of being a charitable entity to any cause of action based on tort brought against a corporation, trustees of a trust or members of an association. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1338","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":751256,"bill_number":"H1250","title":"Protecting incapacitated persons","description":"Relative to persons incapacitated by the use of drugs with the exception of the administration of breathalyzer tests. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4108","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1250","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751257,"bill_number":"H1011","title":"Changing the definition of countable-income for MassHealth","description":"For legislation to exclude certain business expenses and income deductions as income for MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1011","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751258,"bill_number":"H179","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H179","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":751259,"bill_number":"H1248","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and of juveniles","description":"For legislation to expunge the records of persons falsely accused and juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1248","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":751260,"bill_number":"H683","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act","description":"Relative to resource areas that are primarily used in the growing of aquatic organisms. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H683","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":751261,"bill_number":"H220","title":"Relative to in-house cafes","description":"Relative to in-house cafes connected to establishments licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4452","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H220","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":751262,"bill_number":"H594","title":"Relative to absentee ballots","description":"Relative to absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H594","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751263,"bill_number":"H942","title":"Providing hearing aid coverage for persons with profound hearing loss","description":"Relative to providing hearing aid coverage for persons with profound hearing loss. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H942","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751264,"bill_number":"H1432","title":"To establish an interagency child abuse and neglect prevention task force","description":"For legislation to establish an interagency child abuse and neglect prevention task force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1432","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751265,"bill_number":"H454","title":"Relative to school attendance","description":"Relative to school attendance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H454","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751266,"bill_number":"H1145","title":"Relative to prohibiting the use of hotels and motels in connection with the emergency housing assistance program","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of certain hotels and motels in connection with the Emergency Housing Assistance Program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1145","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":751267,"bill_number":"H1336","title":"Relative to manslaughter by protest","description":"Relative to manslaughter caused while protesting or blocking highway or roadway access . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1336","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751268,"bill_number":"H1070","title":"Making community colleges in Massachusetts free for residents of the state","description":"For legislation to exempt residents of the Commonwealth from payment of tuition or mandatory curriculum fees at community colleges. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1070","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751269,"bill_number":"H488","title":"Relative to charter school boards","description":"Relative to the approval of charter school board members. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H488","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":751270,"bill_number":"H403","title":"Relative to total amounts distributed to cities and town for the purpose of education","description":"Relative to total amounts distributed to cities and town for the purpose of education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H403","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":751271,"bill_number":"H940","title":"Making technical corrections to the banking statute","description":"For legislation to make technical corrections to the banking laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H940","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751272,"bill_number":"H265","title":"Updating certain requirements for obtaining liquor licenses","description":"Relative to the requirements for obtaining licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H265","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751273,"bill_number":"H331","title":"Relative to educator evaluations","description":"Relative to the educator evaluation process. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H331","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":751274,"bill_number":"H1397","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1397","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751276,"bill_number":"H748","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H748","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":751277,"bill_number":"H1593","title":"Prohibiting non-disparagement clauses in certain contracts","description":"Relative to contracts or proposed contracts for the sale or lease of consumer goods or services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1593","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751278,"bill_number":"H484","title":"Requiring hand sanitizer dispensers in schools","description":"For legislation to require hand sanitizer dispensers in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H484","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":751279,"bill_number":"H1363","title":"Relative to raising the standard of proof for juvenile defendants","description":"Relative to the standard of proof for juvenile defendants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1363","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751280,"bill_number":"H155","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4125","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H155","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751281,"bill_number":"H1651","title":"Relative to taking or transmitting images of crime victims by first responders","description":"Relative to the taking or transmitting of images of crime victims by first responders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1651","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":751282,"bill_number":"H625","title":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","description":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4164","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H625","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751283,"bill_number":"H263","title":"Relative to dental licensing exams","description":"Relative to dental licensing examinations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H263","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751284,"bill_number":"H1233","title":"Relative to home improvement contractors","description":"Relative to imposing penalties on home improvement contractors for certain actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1233","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751285,"bill_number":"H131","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 disabled persons. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H131","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751286,"bill_number":"H952","title":"Relative to public health dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice insurance for certain dentists maintaining relationships with public health dental hygienists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H952","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751287,"bill_number":"H140","title":"To allow certain stores 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H140","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751288,"bill_number":"H1177","title":"Relative to impersonating public officials","description":"Relative to impersonating public officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1177","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751289,"bill_number":"H86","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H86/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H86","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751290,"bill_number":"H420","title":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform","description":"Relative to special education transportation funding reform. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H420","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":751291,"bill_number":"H635","title":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs","description":"Relative to community preservation funds for seawall repairs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H635","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751292,"bill_number":"H1013","title":"Relative to prohibition on public-private cost shift","description":"For legislation to prohibit health care providers from attempting to recoup unreimbursed amounts paid by government payors by increasing charges to nongovernmental payors. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1013","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":751293,"bill_number":"H850","title":"Relative to payment for services","description":"Relative to lump sum payment for services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H850","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":751294,"bill_number":"H659","title":"Preventing the disposal of hydraulic fracturing wastewater","description":"Relative to hydraulic fracturing wastewater. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S457","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H659","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":751295,"bill_number":"H1581","title":"Modernizing notary services","description":"Relative to regulating notarization to allow for electronic notaries. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1581","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751296,"bill_number":"H1162","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1162","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751297,"bill_number":"H693","title":"Establishing the commission on extended producer responsibility","description":"Relative to producer responsibility for the post-consumer management of certain products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4670","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H693","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751298,"bill_number":"H885","title":"Relative to mammograms and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for mammograms and magnetic resonance imaging. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H885","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751299,"bill_number":"H1381","title":"To collect data regarding the use of solitary confinement in Massachusetts prisons and jails","description":"For legislation to collect data regarding the use of solitary confinement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with amendments and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendments pending","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1381","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":751300,"bill_number":"H1630","title":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"Relative to the membership of the Advisory Committee on Personnel Standards of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1630","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":751301,"bill_number":"H1029","title":"Relative to the oral health workforce","description":"Relative to increasing the membership of the Health Care Workforce Advisory Council. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1029","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751302,"bill_number":"H956","title":"Relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage","description":"Relative to Lyme disease treatment coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4198","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H956","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751303,"bill_number":"H353","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"Relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H353","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":751304,"bill_number":"H1586","title":"To increase public knowledge of foreclosures","description":"Relative to the procedures for notices of foreclosed properties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1586","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751305,"bill_number":"H1131","title":"Relative to low income housing","description":"Relative to low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1131","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":751306,"bill_number":"H1564","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"Relative to child custody arrangements of military personnel. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1564","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":751307,"bill_number":"H438","title":"Relative to the disclosure of information of public school athletic resources and interscholastic athletic authorized representatives","description":"Relative to the disclosure of information concerning public school post-regular season athletic events. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H381","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H438","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":751308,"bill_number":"H72","title":"Relative to the welfare of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to reporting requirements of public benefit recipients. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H72/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H72","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751309,"bill_number":"H1086","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1086","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":751310,"bill_number":"H544","title":"To expand access to voter registration","description":"For legislation to expand access to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H544","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751311,"bill_number":"H738","title":"Protecting school children from environmental toxins","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others that the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Public Health be directed to develop health risk assessment guidelines of proposed school construction sites. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4656","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H738","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751312,"bill_number":"H1015","title":"Ensuring community hospital acceleration, revitalization and transformation","description":"For legislation to establish a one-time surcharge assessment by the Health Policy Commission (HPC) on all surcharge payers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1015","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":751313,"bill_number":"H808","title":"To protect consumers of homeowner's insurance","description":"Relative to the sale of homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H808","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751314,"bill_number":"H1005","title":"Relative to trauma informed services","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot that the Executive Office of Health and Human Services be directed to convene a working group on trauma informed delivery of health care, mental health care and human services in the western region of the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1005","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":751316,"bill_number":"H1018","title":"Relative to health care cost transparency","description":"For legislation to require the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector to provide certain information to consumers about health benefit plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1018","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":751317,"bill_number":"H1554","title":"Updating the wire interception law","description":"Relative to wiretapping and the wire interception law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4313","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1554","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":751318,"bill_number":"H825","title":"Relative to prescription eye drops","description":"Relative to coverage for prescription eye drops under health insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4195","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H825","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751319,"bill_number":"H1101","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1101","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751320,"bill_number":"H1599","title":"To amend the foreclosure statute to require judicial foreclosure","description":"For legislation to require judicial review of foreclosures on residential mortgages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1599","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":751321,"bill_number":"H766","title":"Relative to the preservation of Fowl Meadow","description":"Relative to the protection of property owned by the Commonwealth and part of the Blue Hills Reservation referred to as Fowl Meadow. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H766","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":751322,"bill_number":"H1578","title":"Relative to assault and battery upon public employees","description":"Relative to assault and battery upon public employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1578","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":751323,"bill_number":"H111","title":"To promote client and worker safety in the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to reducing injury to individuals in the care and custody of the staff of the Department of Youth Services and to the staff of said department. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H111","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751324,"bill_number":"H934","title":"Establishing a commission to study the feasibility of establishing a bank owned by the Commonwealth or by a public authority constituted by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the feasibility of establishing a bank owned by the Commonwealth or by a public authority constituted by the Commonwealth. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H934","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":751325,"bill_number":"H787","title":"To require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services","description":"For legislation to require health care coverage for emergency psychiatric services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H787","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":751326,"bill_number":"H475","title":"Relative to school transportation parity","description":"For legislation to provide students transportation to charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H475","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":751327,"bill_number":"H568","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H568","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751328,"bill_number":"H308","title":"Relative to Special Education Services for Low Incidence Populations","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson and others that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education be directed to make an investigation and study to determine whether there are sufficient and appropriate services provided to low incidence students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H308","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":751329,"bill_number":"H1604","title":"Relative to issuing citations to motor vehicle moving violations","description":"For legislation to require the manual delivery of citations for moving motor vehicle violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1604","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751330,"bill_number":"H132","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H132","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751331,"bill_number":"H311","title":"Relative to parental opt-out of PARCC","description":"Relative to the authority of parents to exempt their children from a certain standardized exam known as the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) exam. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H311","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":751332,"bill_number":"H1353","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database","description":"For legislation to require persons arraigned on felony charges to submit a DNA sample. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1353","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":751333,"bill_number":"H102","title":"Establishing missing child trust fund","description":"Relative to establishing a missing child trust fund within the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H102","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":751334,"bill_number":"H997","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S567","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H997","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":751335,"bill_number":"H1110","title":"Establishing an office of the condominium ombudsman","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide condominium ombudsman program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1110","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":751336,"bill_number":"H883","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance to set labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4197","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H883","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751337,"bill_number":"H682","title":"Relative to application of pesticides in municipalities","description":"Relative to the application of pesticides in municipalities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H682","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":751338,"bill_number":"H781","title":"Relative to arbitration for automobile insurance property damage","description":"Relative to arbitration with insurance companies for property damages to motor vehicles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H781","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751339,"bill_number":"H212","title":"Relative to independent psychoanalysts","description":"Relative to consumer protection and regulation in psychotherapy. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H212","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":751340,"bill_number":"H948","title":"Relative to women’s health and economic equity","description":"For legislation to update the contraceptive coverage equity law to require insurance carriers to provide all contraceptive methods without a co-pay. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4684","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H948","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751341,"bill_number":"H1189","title":"Relative to minor employees of certain ice cream truck vendors","description":"Relative to criminal history checks of and the supervision of minor employees of certain ice cream truck vendors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1189","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751342,"bill_number":"H776","title":"To amend the insurance law, in relation to providing protection to certain retirees from pension de-risking transactions","description":"For legislation to provide protections to retirees whose pension benefits are transferred from a pension plan protected under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act to a substitute pension benefit provider. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H776","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751343,"bill_number":"H1543","title":"Relative to financial records of defendants in small claims court","description":"Relative to the financial records of defendants in small claims court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1543","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751344,"bill_number":"H1317","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1317","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751345,"bill_number":"H499","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H455","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H499","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751346,"bill_number":"H108","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H108","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":751347,"bill_number":"H644","title":"Relative to federally regulated renewable energy facilities","description":"Relative to certain federally regulated renewable energy facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H644","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":751348,"bill_number":"H75","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H75/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H75","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751349,"bill_number":"H1417","title":"Allowing a benefits transfer for Paul Scott Noe, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to authorize Paul Scott Noe, an employee of the Trial Court, to transfer his vacation benefits accrued during his time in the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1417","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751350,"bill_number":"H240","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H240","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":751351,"bill_number":"H1169","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1169","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":751352,"bill_number":"H133","title":"Providing for a study by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services relative to nonprofit group homes","description":"For legislation to authorize the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to conduct a feasibility study relative to establishing a fairness rule that would provide a more equitable distribution of nonprofit group homes throughout the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H133","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751353,"bill_number":"H1410","title":"Relative to school bus stop safety","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain sex offenders from loitering within 500 feet of a school bus stop. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1410","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751354,"bill_number":"H1126","title":"To regulate homeowners’ associations","description":"Relative to regulating homeowners associations. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1126","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":751355,"bill_number":"H1152","title":"Relative to social card games","description":"Relative to hosting or playing social card games. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1152","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751357,"bill_number":"H4","title":"Reconciling inconsistent statutory audit schedules","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to reconciling inconsistent statutory audit schedules. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4720","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751358,"bill_number":"H465","title":"Relative to the incorporation of civics in the high school curriculum","description":"Relative to the awarding of diplomas for civics education by the Board of Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H465","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751359,"bill_number":"H316","title":"Relative to the number of days missed by a student at a public school","description":"Relative to the number of unexcused absences by students in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4297","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H316","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751360,"bill_number":"H841","title":"Relative to prescription eye drops","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for prescription eye drops. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4195","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H841","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":751361,"bill_number":"H1518","title":"Relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings","description":"For legislation to grant police powers to court officers and those authorized to act as court officers when attending court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1518","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":751362,"bill_number":"H255","title":"Providing municipal control of liquor licenses","description":"Relative to local control of liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H255","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751363,"bill_number":"H788","title":"Relative to the transparency of mental health benefits","description":"Relative to the disclosure of certain data by behavioral health management firms and other third party administrators. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H788","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":751364,"bill_number":"H124","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4623","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H124","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":751365,"bill_number":"H1102","title":"Relative to low and moderate income housing","description":"Relative to certain changes concerning low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1102","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751366,"bill_number":"H704","title":"To protect the right whale and other endangered sea life","description":"Relative to the protection of right whales and other endangered species within the coastal waters of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H704","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":751367,"bill_number":"H1589","title":"Relative to assaults upon sports officials","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for assault upon a sports official. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1589","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751368,"bill_number":"H1282","title":"Relative to the insanity defense","description":"Relative to the use of insanity as a criminal defense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1282","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":751369,"bill_number":"H1153","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1153","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":751370,"bill_number":"H1268","title":"Relative to repeat domestic violence offenders","description":"Relative to repeat domestic violence offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1268","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":751371,"bill_number":"H1501","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1501","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":751372,"bill_number":"H1021","title":"Relative to accessible medical equipment","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Public Health to update regulations governing licensed health care facilities with requirements relative to the federal standards for accessible medical equipment. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1021","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751373,"bill_number":"H312","title":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation","description":"Relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2331","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H312","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":751374,"bill_number":"H1506","title":"Pertaining to judicial years of service","description":"Relative to the salaries of certain justices of the Appeals Court and the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1506","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":751375,"bill_number":"H514","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H514","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751376,"bill_number":"H1094","title":"Establishing a task force on elderly and disabled persons residing in public housing","description":"For legislation to establish a task force on the safety and welfare of elderly and disabled persons residing in public housing. Housing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1094","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":751377,"bill_number":"H501","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts YouthBuild program","description":"Relative to establishing a YouthBuild program in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4297","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H501","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":751378,"bill_number":"H183","title":"To ensure fairness and competition for consumers","description":"Relative to the retail sale of gasoline to the motoring public. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H183","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":751379,"bill_number":"H1341","title":"Relative to the definition of enticement","description":"Relative to the penalties for enticing a child under the age of sixteen. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1341","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":751380,"bill_number":"H954","title":"Relative to annuity benefit insurance","description":"For legislation to increase maximum labilities of annuity benefit insurance payable by the Massachusetts Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H954","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":751381,"bill_number":"H552","title":"Relative to accessibility and preservation of write in voting records","description":"Relative to accessibility and preservation of write-in voting records. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H552","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":751382,"bill_number":"H860","title":"Relative to long term disability insurance","description":"Relative to long-term disability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H860","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751383,"bill_number":"H1293","title":"Relative to homicide by motor vehicle","description":"Relative to vehicular homicide while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1293","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":751384,"bill_number":"H184","title":"An act 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4418","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H184","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":751385,"bill_number":"H769","title":"Relative to hunting with artificial light","description":"Relative to the hunting of coyotes with artificial light. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S422","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H769","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":751386,"bill_number":"H1402","title":"Relative to the protection of children","description":"Relative to the crime of failing to notify law enforcement officials of a missing or deceased child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1402","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751387,"bill_number":"H1372","title":"To establish the Massachusetts innocence commission","description":"For legislation to establish an innocence commission to analyze the circumstances of innocent persons being charged, prosecuted, convicted and incarcerated. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1372","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751388,"bill_number":"H582","title":"Relative to the central registry of voters","description":"Relative to reporting requirements of state agencies to the Secretary of the Commonwealth for the maintenance of the Central Registry of Voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H582","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":751389,"bill_number":"H802","title":"Relative to self-storage insurance","description":"Relative to self-storage insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H802","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":751390,"bill_number":"H663","title":"To reduce plastic bag pollution","description":"For legislation to reduce plastic bag pollution. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4168","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H663","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":751391,"bill_number":"H877","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges","description":"Relative to motor vehicle insurance surcharges. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H877","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751392,"bill_number":"H1411","title":"Prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together","description":"Relative to prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1411","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751393,"bill_number":"H1387","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relative to increasing bail fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1387","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":751394,"bill_number":"H971","title":"Reducing payment disparities among healthcare providers","description":"For legislation to promote uniform costs charged by health care providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H971","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751395,"bill_number":"H579","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H579","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":751396,"bill_number":"H1207","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Relative to child-centered family law and child custody determinations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4107","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1207","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":751398,"bill_number":"H719","title":"Permitting review of financial assurance mechanisms","description":"For legislation to permit reviews by the Department of Environmental Protection of the financial assurance mechanisms concerning former landfill sites subject to post-closure requirements. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H719","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":751399,"bill_number":"H957","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H957","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751400,"bill_number":"H1636","title":"To add Law Enforcement Councils to the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act","description":"Relative to coverage of public employees under the Tort Claims Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4393","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1636","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":751401,"bill_number":"H310","title":"To provide equal access to the Bureau of Special Education Appeals","description":"Relative to dispute resolution processes within the Bureau of Special Education Appeals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4137","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H310","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":751402,"bill_number":"H1046","title":"Supporting access and excellence in public higher education","description":"Relative to public higher education access and policies. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1046","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751403,"bill_number":"H922","title":"Relative to physical therapy","description":"Relative to insurance payments for physical therapy. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H922","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":751404,"bill_number":"H1595","title":"Preventing foreclosures by reducing regulations for small business property owners","description":"Relative to summary process for possession of land. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1595","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":751405,"bill_number":"H1606","title":"Relative to the destruction of monuments, graves, and tombstones","description":"Relative to the destruction of monuments, graves and tombstones. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1606","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751406,"bill_number":"H396","title":"To accelerate student success through expanded learning time","description":"Relative to providing expanded learning time for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H396","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":751407,"bill_number":"H546","title":"Relative to CORI checking candidates for office","description":"For legislation to require candidates for certain public offices to submit criminal offender record information two weeks prior to the holding of the election. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H546","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751408,"bill_number":"H1254","title":"Relative to second chances for youthful offenders","description":"Relative to the expunging of criminal history records of certain youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4363","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1254","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":751409,"bill_number":"H982","title":"Making greater use of managed care in Medicaid","description":"By Mr. Donato of Medford, a petition of Paul J. Donato that the Office of Medicaid implement a goal-driven, performance-based program to improve the quality and coordination of managed care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H982","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":751410,"bill_number":"H470","title":"Establishing a special commission relative to reimbursements of school busing costs","description":"Relative to reimbursements of school busing costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H470","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":751411,"bill_number":"H306","title":"Relative to inquiry-based science, technology, engineering and mathematics education","description":"Relative to inquiry-based science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H306","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751412,"bill_number":"H1244","title":"Relative to the DNA database","description":"Relative to penalties and submission of DNA samples for domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1244","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":751413,"bill_number":"H401","title":"Relative to special education funding reform","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill and others that costs associated with special education follow students upon the change of school districts in mid year. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H401","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":751414,"bill_number":"H245","title":"Relative to small brewers","description":"Relative to small brewers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H245","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751415,"bill_number":"H107","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"Relative to medical treatment decisions on behalf of incapacitated patients. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 10/20/2015 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H107","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":751416,"bill_number":"H1154","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1154","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":751417,"bill_number":"H1174","title":"Relative to Child Welfare","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for assault and battery upon a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1174","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751418,"bill_number":"H864","title":"To preserve the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans","description":"Relative to the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3919","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H864","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":751419,"bill_number":"H1314","title":"Relative to child victim confidentiality","description":"Relative to child victim confidentiality. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1314","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":751420,"bill_number":"H378","title":"Relative to standards for highly qualified teachers in institutional settings","description":"Relative to standards for highly qualified teachers in institutional settings. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H378","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751421,"bill_number":"H1068","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Residue accompanied a new draft, see H3955","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1068","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751422,"bill_number":"H477","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"Relative to the transportation and treatment of certain students who are suspended or expelled from school. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H477","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751423,"bill_number":"H537","title":"Relative to the accountability of corporate political spending","description":"Relative to accountability for certain corporate political activities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H537","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":751424,"bill_number":"H379","title":"Relative to comprehensive sexual abuse prevention education","description":"Relative to child sexual abuse prevention education in elementary and secondary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H379","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751425,"bill_number":"H765","title":"Establishing an ocean acidification task force","description":"Relative to the effects of coastal and ocean acidification on commercially harvested or grown species in coastal and ocean environments. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H716","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H765","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":751426,"bill_number":"H1163","title":"Relative to selling tattooing, branding, body piercing kit or device to an unlicensed body art practitioner or minor","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the sale of tattooing, branding or body piercing devices to unlicensed body art practitioners or minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1163","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":751427,"bill_number":"H1335","title":"Relative to attempted murder by preventing highway access to emergency vehicles","description":"Relative to preventing highway access to emergency vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1335","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751428,"bill_number":"H600","title":"Relative to UOCAVA voting","description":"Relative to uniformed and overseas citizens absentee voting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H600","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751429,"bill_number":"H816","title":"Relative to providing consumer protection in the licensing of appraisers","description":"Relative to the Division of Insurance Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H816","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751430,"bill_number":"H482","title":"To increase accountability in school choice reimbursement","description":"Relative to the School Choice Tuition Trust Fund. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4139","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H482","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751431,"bill_number":"H1334","title":"Requiring blood testing for surviving drivers","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1334","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751432,"bill_number":"H96","title":"Relative to the tuition of children in department of housing and community development family shelters","description":"Relative to the tuition of children under the control of the Department of Transitional Assistance living in family shelters. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H96/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H96","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":751433,"bill_number":"H1116","title":"Relative to affordable housing and the preservation of a community's water resources","description":"Relative to affordable housing and the preservation of community water resources. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1116","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751434,"bill_number":"H157","title":"To enhance consumer protection and transparency under the social work licensing law","description":"Relative to enhancing consumer protection and transparency under the social work licensing law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H157","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":751435,"bill_number":"H1396","title":"Expanding protections against incest","description":"Relative to the crime of incest. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1396","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751436,"bill_number":"H1622","title":"For the medical release of prisoners","description":"For legislation to establish guidelines for the releasing of prisoners for medical reasons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1622","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751438,"bill_number":"H856","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 11/05/2015 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H856","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":751439,"bill_number":"H1022","title":"Eliminating age discrimination in the MassHealth Program","description":"For legislation to eliminate age discrimination in the MassHealth Program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1022","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751440,"bill_number":"H943","title":"Relative to fluoride varnish services for moderate to high caries risk patients","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for fluoride varnish services for moderate to high caries risk patients. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H943","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751441,"bill_number":"H519","title":"Relative to the calculation of income for spouses of nursing home residents","description":"Relative to the calculation of income for spouses of nursing home residents. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S619","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H519","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":751442,"bill_number":"H158","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H158","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":751443,"bill_number":"H456","title":"Establishing an educational mandate task force","description":"For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to identify and review state laws, regulations and administrative directives that prescribe requirements for school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H456","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":751444,"bill_number":"H1361","title":"Relative to filing fees for appeals of civil motor vehicle infractions","description":"Relative to filing fees for appeals of civil motor vehicle infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1361","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751445,"bill_number":"H234","title":"Concerning the transferal of innholders' licenses","description":"Relative to the transfer of innholder liquor licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H234","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":751446,"bill_number":"H287","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding","description":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H287","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":751447,"bill_number":"H172","title":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","description":"For legislation to establish standards for medical gas piping systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4467","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H172","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751448,"bill_number":"H262","title":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","description":"Relative to the accessibility of hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H262","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751449,"bill_number":"H425","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H425","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":751450,"bill_number":"H1103","title":"Relative to the definition of low and moderate income housing","description":"Relative to the definition of low and moderate income housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1103","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":751451,"bill_number":"H1292","title":"Relative to deputy assistant registers of the Hampden County probate court","description":"For legislation to create the position of deputy assistant registers in the Hampden County probate court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1292","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":751452,"bill_number":"H505","title":"Relative to special education reimbursements","description":"For legislation to increase the state reimbursements for special education costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H505","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751453,"bill_number":"H298","title":"Investing in innovation, commercialization and technology","description":"Relative to developments in technology. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4618","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H298","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751454,"bill_number":"H1337","title":"Relative to intentionally blocking or preventing access to a public roadway or highway while protesting with the express purpose of preventing passage of others","description":"Relative to the penalties for protests intentionally blocking or preventing access to a public roadway or highway. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1337","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":751455,"bill_number":"H272","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H272","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":751456,"bill_number":"H440","title":"Mandating cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in high schools","description":"Relative to mandating cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H440","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":751457,"bill_number":"H1295","title":"Promoting the adoption of alternative payment methodologies","description":"Relative to the adoption of alternative payment methodologies from the Office of Medicaid. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1295","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":751458,"bill_number":"H213","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S152","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H213","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751459,"bill_number":"H736","title":"Relative to mosquito control","description":"Relative to mosquito control and aerial spraying. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4652","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H736","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751460,"bill_number":"H1180","title":"Relative to the Unauthorized use of Town Seal; Making or Possessing Badge of Town Officer","description":"For legislation to increase the fines for the unauthorized use of a town seal to make a fraudulent representation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1180","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":751461,"bill_number":"H25","title":"Relative to enhancing consumer protection with respect to unclaimed property","description":"So much of the recommendations of the Department of the State Treasurer (House, No. 21) as relates to enhancing consumer protection with respect to unclaimed property. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H25/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H25","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751462,"bill_number":"H938","title":"Relative to providing insurance coverage for breast cancer screening","description":"For legislation to provide insurance coverage for magnetic resonance imaging to certain persons for the detection of breast cancer. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H938","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751463,"bill_number":"H1488","title":"Relative to notice of contract, dissolution of lien","description":"Relative to notes of contracts and dissolutions of liens. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1488","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":751464,"bill_number":"H958","title":"Relative to providing for the security of public deposits","description":"Relative to establishing a structure for qualifying public depositories and rules for the collaterizing of public deposits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H958","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":751465,"bill_number":"H906","title":"Relative to insurance companies and quality measures","description":"Relative to the establishment of physician evaluation programs by insurance companies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H906","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":751466,"bill_number":"H1428","title":"Regarding judicial investigations of law enforcement officer-involved deaths","description":"Relative to the process for the investigation of officer-involved deaths. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1428","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":751467,"bill_number":"H560","title":"Relative to campaign finance reform","description":"Relative to campaign contributions for the benefit of elected political committees or non-elected political committees organized on behalf of a political party. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H560","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":751468,"bill_number":"H897","title":"Relative to homeowner insurance","description":"Relative to homeowners insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H897","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":751469,"bill_number":"H628","title":"Relative to the central Plymouth County water district","description":"Relative to protecting the diversion of water from the central water district of Plymouth County. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4667","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H628","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":751470,"bill_number":"H1657","title":"To amend Section 20C, Chapter 148 of the General Laws relative to liability for damages caused by blasting","description":"Relative to liability for damages caused by blasting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1657","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751471,"bill_number":"H685","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H685","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":751472,"bill_number":"H5","title":"Facilitating the legislative mandate of the Bureau of Special Investigations","description":"So much of the recommendations of the State Auditor (House, No. 3) as relates to facilitating the legislative mandate of the Bureau of Special Investigations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H5/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H5","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751473,"bill_number":"H1255","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1255","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":751474,"bill_number":"H995","title":"To permit a spouse to be a caregiver","description":"For legislation to permit spouses to provide adult foster care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H70","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H995","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751475,"bill_number":"H1197","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1197","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":751476,"bill_number":"H1512","title":"Relative to criminal offender information","description":"Relative to criminal offender record information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1512","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":751477,"bill_number":"H1568","title":"Relative to the repeal of certain archaic laws","description":"For legislation to repeal certain laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1568","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":751479,"bill_number":"H341","title":"To establish pilot programs and subsequent study for universal pre-kindergarten","description":"For legislation to establish pilot programs for universal pre-kindergarten in gateway municipalities and other low-income neighborhoods and communities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H341","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":751480,"bill_number":"H94","title":"Establishing a permanent commission on the social status of men and boys of color","description":"Relative to establishing a permanent commission on the social status of men and boys of color. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H94/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H94","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":751481,"bill_number":"H824","title":"Relative to the public reporting of hospital margins","description":"Relative to the public reporting of hospital margins. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H824","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":751482,"bill_number":"H468","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4590","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H468","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":751483,"bill_number":"H1550","title":"Relative to unborn children","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain abortions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1550","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751484,"bill_number":"H1388","title":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards","description":"Relative to the membership of the Advisory Committee on Personnel Standards within the Trial Court of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1388","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":751485,"bill_number":"H1646","title":"Relative to judgment for alimony","description":"Relative to timely judgments for alimony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1646","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":751486,"bill_number":"H1290","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"Relative to improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3861","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1290","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":751487,"bill_number":"H294","title":"Relative to the student entrepreneurial development and economic investment fund","description":"For legislation to create the student entrepreneurial development and economic investment fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H294","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751488,"bill_number":"H1055","title":"To Invest in Higher Education Faculty","description":"For legislation to increase the share of courses taught by full-time tenure and tenure-track faculty. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4127","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1055","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751489,"bill_number":"H143","title":"Regarding blighted properties in historic landmark districts","description":"Relative to the use of certain dormant properties in historic landmark districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H143","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":751490,"bill_number":"H666","title":"Relative to the maintenance of existing public ways and wetlands protection","description":"Relative to the maintenance of existing public ways and wetlands protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4650","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H666","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":751491,"bill_number":"H1642","title":"Designating the Westfield division of the district court of western Hampden as the John M. Greaney Courthouse","description":"For legislation to designate the courthouse in Westfield as the John Greaney Courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 455 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1642","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":751492,"bill_number":"H1051","title":"Relative to preserving Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","description":"Relative to the establishment of a Pioneer Valley Polish heritage institute at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4058","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1051","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":751493,"bill_number":"H595","title":"Relative to valid identification at voting polls","description":"Relative to proof of valid identification at voting polls. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H595","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":751494,"bill_number":"H615","title":"Filling vacancies in ward seats of the city council and school committee by special election in the city of Springfield","description":"Relative to filling vacancies in ward seats of the city council by special election in the city of Springfield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H615","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":751495,"bill_number":"H1056","title":"Providing loan forgiveness for health care professionals serving underserved rural communities","description":"Relative to providing loan forgiveness for health care professionals serving under-served rural communities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1056","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":751496,"bill_number":"H892","title":"Relative to anesthesia coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment","description":"Relative to anesthesia insurance coverage for children hospitalized for dental treatment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H892","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":751497,"bill_number":"H1302","title":"An act 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1302","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":751498,"bill_number":"H360","title":"Relative to Student Online Information Protection Policies","description":"Relative to student online information protection policies. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H360","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":751499,"bill_number":"H313","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H313","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":751500,"bill_number":"H122","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H122","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":751501,"bill_number":"H367","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1976","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H367","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":751502,"bill_number":"H127","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H127","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751503,"bill_number":"H837","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H837","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":751504,"bill_number":"H199","title":"Further regulating the recorking of wine","description":"Relative to the recorking of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 297 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H199","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":751505,"bill_number":"H1514","title":"Relative to the modification of custody orders","description":"Relative to the modification of custody orders involving parents called to active military service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1514","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":751506,"bill_number":"H1653","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4392","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1653/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1653","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":751507,"bill_number":"H815","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H815","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":751508,"bill_number":"H1393","title":"Relative to juvenile restitution","description":"Relative to authorizing the courts of the Commonwealth to establish a system of juvenile restitution. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1393","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":751509,"bill_number":"H1215","title":"To protect children against sex offenders","description":"For legislation to protect children against sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1215","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":751510,"bill_number":"H1065","title":"Creating a scholarship fund to further the study of developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to create a scholarship fund to further the study of developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1065","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":751511,"bill_number":"H399","title":"To establish a pilot study grant award for strengths-based prevention of bullying events in schools with moderate to high rates of bullying events","description":"Relative to establishing a pilot study grant award for strengths-based prevention of bullying events in schools with moderate to high rates of bullying events. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4298","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H399","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":751512,"bill_number":"H214","title":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to issue five above quota annual all-alcohol restaurant licenses","description":"Relative to certain establishments with alcoholic beverages in the city of Northampton. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3796","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H214","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":751513,"bill_number":"H90","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H90/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H90","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":751514,"bill_number":"H1587","title":"Relative to commitments and the appeal of those commitments","description":"Relative to judicial commitments and the appeal of said commitments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1587","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":751515,"bill_number":"H949","title":"Making corrective amendments to Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2012 47CC","description":"For legislation to require that individual policies of accident and sickness insurance cover the cost of treating cleft lip and cleft palate for children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H949","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":751516,"bill_number":"H1155","title":"To regulate NBOMe, a dangerous synthetic drug","description":"For legislation to classify NBOMe as a controlled substance and establishing a penalty for the illegal possession of said substance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4310","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1155","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":751517,"bill_number":"H525","title":"Relative to retroactive capital reimbursement for a certain nursing facility","description":"Relative to providing retroactive capital reimbursement for a certain nursing facility in the town of Holden. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H525","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":751518,"bill_number":"H545","title":"Relative to polling places used for the general election","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of public schools for polling places on general election days in presidential races. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H545","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":752815,"bill_number":"H3013","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Aeronautics Division and updating airspace regulations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3013","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":752816,"bill_number":"H2549","title":"Clarifying the Application of the Throw Out Rule for Corporate Excise Sales Factor Apportionment Purposes","description":"Relative to the determination of sales income for corporate excise tax purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2549","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":752817,"bill_number":"H2002","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide for the rapid deployment of qualified nurses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3996","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2002","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":752818,"bill_number":"H2550","title":"Relative to a 2015 sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to providing sales tax holidays, so-called, on the dates of August 15 and 16, 2015. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2550","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":752819,"bill_number":"H1955","title":"Relative to pupil dental health","description":"Relative to oral health examinations for public school students. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1955","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":752820,"bill_number":"H2312","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly","description":"For legislation to grant Thomas Brian Donnelly one year of creditable service in the Teachers’ Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2312","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":752821,"bill_number":"H2212","title":"Defining person for retirement purposes","description":"For legislation to define the word “person” for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2212","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":752822,"bill_number":"H2547","title":"Encouraging cultural council funding","description":"For legislation to authorize income tax filers to make voluntary contributions to the Massachusetts Cultural Development Fund on their annual income tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2547","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":752823,"bill_number":"H2283","title":"Relative to retirement and health insurance benefits in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to municipal retirement and health insurance benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2283","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":752824,"bill_number":"H2966","title":"Relative to the collection of mobility study data conducted in connection with construction projects funded by MassDOT","description":"Relative to the collection of mobility study data conducted in connection with construction projects funded by the Department of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2966","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":752825,"bill_number":"H1692","title":"Relative to binding arbitration","description":"Relative to binding arbitration for public employee collective bargaining proceedings. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1692","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":752826,"bill_number":"H2900","title":"Relative to municipal energy use disclosure and reporting","description":"Relative to transparency within the natural gas and electric distribution sectors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2900","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":752827,"bill_number":"H3157","title":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3157","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752828,"bill_number":"H3075","title":"Requiring MassDOT to provide notice and mitigation if MassDOT removes trees","description":"For legislation to require the Department of Transportation to provide notices to landowners prior to performing work on abutting land. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3075","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":752829,"bill_number":"H2497","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2497","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":752830,"bill_number":"H2847","title":"To support community access television","description":"Relative to community access television. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2847","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":752831,"bill_number":"H2431","title":"Relative to the retirement for the state police association of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the retirement of state police who are veterans of the armed forces of the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2431","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":752832,"bill_number":"H2165","title":"Relative to manufactured buildings","description":"Relative to the construction of manufactured buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2165","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":752833,"bill_number":"H1681","title":"Relative to the definition of an employee","description":"Relative to freelancers in the definition of employees under the labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S992","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1681","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":752834,"bill_number":"H2420","title":"Directing the state retirement board to retire Robert Emmet Fitzgerald","description":"For legislation to provide a certain pension to Robert Emmet Fitzgerald, a former State Police Officer, injured while in the performance of his duties as an undercover State Police narcotics officer. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2420","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":752835,"bill_number":"H2341","title":"Providing creditable service for certain teachers","description":"For legislation to provide creditable service for certain teachers for retirement purposes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2341","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":752836,"bill_number":"H3163","title":"Relative to veterans preference for public housing","description":"For legislation to grant preference to veterans in public housing. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3163","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":752837,"bill_number":"H1999","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1999","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":752838,"bill_number":"H2592","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2592","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":752839,"bill_number":"H2085","title":"Establishing an emergency equipment grant program for firefighters","description":"For legislation to establish an emergency equipment grant program for firefighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2085","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":752840,"bill_number":"H2701","title":"Relative to the Taxation of Inventory in Manufacturing","description":"Relative to the taxation of inventory of tangible property of corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3962","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2701","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":752841,"bill_number":"H2332","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by contagious diseases, presumption","description":"Relative to disability or death caused by contagious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2332","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":752842,"bill_number":"H2350","title":"Relative to retiree health benefits","description":"Relative to public employee retiree health benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2350","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":752843,"bill_number":"H3069","title":"Authorizing the establishment of recreational safety zones","description":"Relative to authorizing the establishment of recreational traffic safety zones in cities and towns. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3069","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":752844,"bill_number":"H1957","title":"Regarding sharps and medications","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1957","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":752845,"bill_number":"H3035","title":"Relative to speed limits in historic districts","description":"Relative to speed limits in historic districts. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3035","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":752846,"bill_number":"H1847","title":"To support the equitable utilization of third party consultants in land use determinations","description":"Relative to cities or towns establishing qualified consultants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1847","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":752847,"bill_number":"H1902","title":"Relative to emergency epinephrine pens in schools","description":"Relative to emergency epinephrine pens in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1902","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":752848,"bill_number":"H2261","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Brian P. Costello Jr.","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for Brian P. Costello, Jr. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2261","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":752849,"bill_number":"H2399","title":"Providing for binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers","description":"By Mr. Ryan of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Ryan and others that provision be made for binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2399","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":752850,"bill_number":"H1687","title":"Requiring health care employees 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4673","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1687","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":752851,"bill_number":"H2479","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"Relative to the earned income credit for working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2479","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":752852,"bill_number":"H1767","title":"Relative to state employment postings","description":"Relative to posting employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1767","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":752853,"bill_number":"H2040","title":"Relative to reporting on health effects of particulate matter","description":"Relative to the reporting on health effects of particulate matter. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2040","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":752854,"bill_number":"H2499","title":"Relative to the excise taxes of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the excise tax on motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2499","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":752855,"bill_number":"H2895","title":"To promote long-term renewable contracts for municipal aggregators and municipalities","description":"Relative to promoting long-term renewable energy contracts for municipal aggregators and municipalities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2895","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":752856,"bill_number":"H2104","title":"Increasing awareness of suspected opiate overdose deaths","description":"For legislation to require the state police to prepare quarterly reports on suspected fatal opiate overdoses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second, amended and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2104","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":752857,"bill_number":"H1971","title":"To improve access to pharmacy services in hospitals","description":"For legislation to improve the collaborative drug therapy management law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1971","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":752858,"bill_number":"H2662","title":"Relative to municipal option abatement for contaminated real property","description":"Relative to municipal option tax abatements for contaminated real property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2662","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":752859,"bill_number":"H1789","title":"Relative to substance abuse accountable care organizations","description":"Relative to substance abuse accountable care organizations. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1789","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":752860,"bill_number":"H2595","title":"Relative to assessing administration","description":"Relative to real estate tax assessment administration. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2595","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":752861,"bill_number":"H2958","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation to authorize the installation and operation of digital video violation detection monitoring systems to detect drivers failing to stop for school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3095","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2958","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":752862,"bill_number":"H1807","title":"Relative to Health Policy Commission oversight of insurer transactions","description":"For legislation to include behavioral health managers in the oversight jurisdiction of the Health Policy Commission. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1807","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":752863,"bill_number":"H2535","title":"To increase the property tax deferral for seniors","description":"For legislation to increase the property tax deferrals for certain persons sixty-five years of age or older. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2535","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":752864,"bill_number":"H2084","title":"Relative to elevator inspections","description":"Relative to elevator inspections by certain private non-profit organizations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2084","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":752866,"bill_number":"H1775","title":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further regulate professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4350","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1775","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":752867,"bill_number":"H2154","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2154","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":752868,"bill_number":"H2449","title":"Relative to military state income tax exemption","description":"Relative to income tax exemptions for active duty members of the armed forces. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2449","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":752869,"bill_number":"H3079","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3079","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":752870,"bill_number":"H2295","title":"Relative to retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty","description":"Relative to retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2295","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":752871,"bill_number":"H2855","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2855","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":752872,"bill_number":"H2838","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in certain land in the city of Salem","description":"Relative to an easement for access to property in the city of Salem. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3970","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2838","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":752873,"bill_number":"H1913","title":"Relative to restroom accommodations in family restaurants","description":"For legislation to require diaper-changing areas in restrooms of certain restaurants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1913","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":752874,"bill_number":"H1801","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1801","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":752875,"bill_number":"H2314","title":"Relative to interest arbitration","description":"Relative to interest arbitration for state police collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2314","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":752876,"bill_number":"H2820","title":"Relating to technical corrections","description":"Relative to technical corrections to certain General Laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2794","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2820","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":752877,"bill_number":"H2616","title":"Relative to a restaurant and hotel community reinvestment program","description":"Relative to establishing a restaurant and hotel renovation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2616","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":752878,"bill_number":"H1969","title":"Relative to 72 hour emergency prescribing","description":"Relative to the dispensing of controlled substances by emergency room physicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1969","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":752879,"bill_number":"H1714","title":"Improving vocational training opportunities for unemployed workers","description":"Relative to vocational training for the unemployed. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S969","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1714","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":752880,"bill_number":"H2597","title":"Relative to lowering the sales tax to 5%","description":"For legislation to lower the sales tax to five percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2597","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":752881,"bill_number":"H2562","title":"Relative to Corporate Minimum Tax Exemption","description":"Relative to a corporate minimum tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2562","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":752882,"bill_number":"H3125","title":"Relative to student visas and drivers licenses","description":"By Mr. Wong of Saugus, a petition of Donald H. Wong and others that the Registry of Motor Vehicles be directed to ensure the validity of operators’ licenses issued to residents with student visas. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3125","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":752883,"bill_number":"H2375","title":"Modifying the retirement benefits of certain widows and surviving spouses","description":"Relative to the pension benefits of surviving spouses of public employees who remarry. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2375","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":752884,"bill_number":"H1998","title":"Relative to certified professional midwives","description":"Relative to certified professional midwives. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1998","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":752885,"bill_number":"H2486","title":"Regarding economic development to enable state residents to attract out-of-state businesses through financial incentives","description":"Relative to creating a tax incentive program for new business growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2486","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":752886,"bill_number":"H2248","title":"Relative to the employee rights of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to the employee rights of employees of the Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2248","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":752887,"bill_number":"H2073","title":"Establishing a special commission to study and recommend improvements in the delivery of prescription drug benefits for the citizens of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to improvements in the delivery of prescription drug benefits. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2073","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":752888,"bill_number":"H1749","title":"Providing for increased transparency in the prevailing wage","description":"For legislation to provide for increased transparency in the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1749","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":752889,"bill_number":"H3063","title":"Establishing a commuter tolling program for transit over the turnpike","description":"For legislation to establish a commuter pass program for users of the Massachusetts Turnpike. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3063","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":752890,"bill_number":"H2536","title":"In aid of libraries","description":"Relative to a sales tax exemption for the sale of used books and other items sold by libraries for fundraising purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2536","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":752891,"bill_number":"H1728","title":"Prohibiting the bullying of public school employees","description":"Relative to abusive or hostile work environments. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1728","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":752892,"bill_number":"H3177","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3177","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":752893,"bill_number":"H2388","title":"Relative to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund Board of Directors","description":"Relative to the State Retiree Benefits Trust Fund Board of Directors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2388","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":752894,"bill_number":"H2392","title":"Relative to teachers' retirement credits for parochial schools","description":"For legislation to provide creditable service for retirement purposes for teaching in parochial schools or in public or private academies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2392","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":752895,"bill_number":"H2527","title":"To direct tobacco tax revenues to reduce tobacco use and its harms","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition of Danielle W. Gregoire and others that tobacco tax revenues be used to reduce tobacco use. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2527","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":752896,"bill_number":"H3062","title":"Regulating the posting of speed limits","description":"Relative to regulating the posting of speed limits on lands, roadways and parkways under the control of the Metropolitan District Commission and the Department of Environmental Management. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3062","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":752897,"bill_number":"H2640","title":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","description":"For legislation to authorize neighborhood revitalization municipalities to implement tax increment financing plans to encourage housing rehabilitation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4213","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2640","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752898,"bill_number":"H1753","title":"Relative to prevailing wages","description":"Relative to prevailing wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4270","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1753","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752899,"bill_number":"H3152","title":"Relative to the National Guard","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3152","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752900,"bill_number":"H2759","title":"Relative to corporate filing requirements","description":"Relative to corporate filing requirements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2759","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":752901,"bill_number":"H2867","title":"To modernize communications policy for voice services","description":"Relative to telephone services in municipalities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2867","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":752902,"bill_number":"H2284","title":"Relative to defining certain disabilities","description":"Relative to the disability retirement law for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2284","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":752903,"bill_number":"H3179","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3179","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":752904,"bill_number":"H1879","title":"To allow municipalities to invest in credit unions","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to invest in credit unions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4148","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1879","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":752905,"bill_number":"H2632","title":"Resolve An Act examining the reduction of the sales tax","description":"Relative to a reduction in the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2632/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2632","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":752906,"bill_number":"H2986","title":"Relative to parking systems","description":"Relative to parking systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4243","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2986","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":752907,"bill_number":"H1868","title":"Promoting smart growth via cluster development","description":"For legislation to promote smart growth by requiring that cluster developments be allowed in residential zoning districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1868","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":752908,"bill_number":"H2465","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4028","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2465","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":752909,"bill_number":"H3023","title":"Relative to bridge maintenance transparency and accountability","description":"Relative to bridge maintenance. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3023","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":752910,"bill_number":"H2293","title":"Authorizing and directing the Teacher’s Retirement Board to permit Henry McDeed to elect into the alternative superannuation retirement benefit program","description":"For legislation to direct the Teachers’ Retirement Board to allow Henry McDeed to elect into the alternative superannuation retirement benefit program. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2293","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":752911,"bill_number":"H3074","title":"Relative to the used vehicle record book","description":"Relative to used motor vehicle record books. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-18","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3074","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":752912,"bill_number":"H1867","title":"Establishing a Hampshire-Franklin Commission on the Status of Women","description":"For legislation to establish a Hampshire-Franklin commission on the status of women. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 411 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1867","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":752913,"bill_number":"H2598","title":"Relative to reducing the income tax to 5%","description":"Relative to reducing the income tax to five percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2598","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":752914,"bill_number":"H2923","title":"To expand membership opportunities in local cultural councils","description":"For legislation to prohibit chief appointing authorities and members of local appropriating authorities from membership in local cultural councils. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2923","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":752916,"bill_number":"H2140","title":"Relative to hoisting license renewal","description":"Relative to engineer license renewal. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2140","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":752917,"bill_number":"H3109","title":"Relative to Massachusetts Civil Air Patrol vehicles and trailers","description":"Relative to Massachusetts Civil Air Patrol vehicles and trailers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3109","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":752918,"bill_number":"H1873","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities in municipalities","description":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1873","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":752919,"bill_number":"H2083","title":"To limit access to opiates","description":"For legislation to limit the prescription of controlled substances to an amount necessary for seventy-two hours of medically legitimate treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2083","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":752920,"bill_number":"H2483","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4028","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2483","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":752921,"bill_number":"H2901","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2901","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":752922,"bill_number":"H2081","title":"Establishing the caregiver advise, record and enable (CARE) act","description":"Relative to the designation of caregivers by certain patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3911","last_action_date":"2015-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2081","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":752923,"bill_number":"H2608","title":"Relative to taxation after a short-sale of a mortgaged property","description":"Relative to taxable income after the short sale of mortgaged property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2608","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":752924,"bill_number":"H2294","title":"Relative to retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty","description":"Relative to certain retired capitol police officers disabled in the performance of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2294","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":752925,"bill_number":"H3129","title":"Relative to veterans preference for public housing","description":"For legislation to grant preference to veterans in public housing. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3129","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":752926,"bill_number":"H2570","title":"Relative to the tax expenditure budget","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2570","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":752927,"bill_number":"H1777","title":"Regarding unemployment payments by cities and towns","description":"Relative to unemployment payments by cities and towns. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1777","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":752928,"bill_number":"H1715","title":"To protect temporary workers’ unemployment benefits","description":"Relative to temporary workers’ unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S981","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1715","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":752929,"bill_number":"H3073","title":"To protect vulnerable road users","description":"For legislation to define and further protect vulnerable persons on the roads of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3073","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":752930,"bill_number":"H1698","title":"To promote employment","description":"Relative to employment and job training. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1698","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":752931,"bill_number":"H1939","title":"Relative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4066","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1939","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":752932,"bill_number":"H2734","title":"Declaring The Smith & Wesson .500 Magnum revolver as the official revolver of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to declare the Smith & Wesson .500 magnum revolver as the official revolver of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2734","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":752933,"bill_number":"H2155","title":"Relative to Unloaded Rifles or Shotguns","description":"For legislation to permit the carrying of unloaded shotguns and rifles on public ways. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2155","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":752934,"bill_number":"H2612","title":"To abolish the death tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the estate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2612","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":752935,"bill_number":"H2461","title":"Providing for an exemption for certain paraplegic veterans","description":"For legislation to provide a property tax exemption for certain paraplegic veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2461","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":752936,"bill_number":"H2724","title":"Regarding a conveyance of land to the city of Boston","description":"By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins that the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Assent Management and Maintenance be directed to convey a certain parcel of land located between Columbia Road and William J. Day Boulevard in the city of Boston to said city. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2724","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":752937,"bill_number":"H2029","title":"Regarding notification of patient observations status","description":"By Representative O’Day of West Boylston and Senator Joyce, a joint petition of James J. O’Day, Brian A. Joyce and others that hospitals be required to provide certain patients in inpatient or observation status oral and written notice of such placement. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2029","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":752938,"bill_number":"H2061","title":"Relative to expanding veterinary treatment practices","description":"Relative to the dispensing of certain drugs by veterinarians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3989","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2061","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":752939,"bill_number":"H1738","title":"To examine Massachusetts unemployment insurance rate-setting system","description":"Relative to the unemployment insurance rate-setting system in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1738","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":752940,"bill_number":"H2078","title":"Further regulating pharmacists","description":"For legislation to require pharmacists to inform purchasers of drugs of the availability of over-the-counter interchangeable drug products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2078/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2078","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":752941,"bill_number":"H3071","title":"Relative to crosswalk markings","description":"Relative to crosswalks erected and maintained on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3071","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":752942,"bill_number":"H2987","title":"Relative to the Registry of Motor Vehicles fees","description":"For legislation to prohibit the charging of fees by the Registry of Motor Vehicles for the answering of certain common questions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2987","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":752943,"bill_number":"H2577","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2577","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":752944,"bill_number":"H1938","title":"Creating a commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools","description":"Relative to concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3994","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1938","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":752945,"bill_number":"H2045","title":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to granting equal access to original birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4307","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2045","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":752946,"bill_number":"H2976","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation to authorize the installation and operation of digital video violation detection monitoring systems to detect drivers failing to stop for school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3095","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2976","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":752947,"bill_number":"H2944","title":"Relative to public safety at the Furnace Brook Parkway in the city of Quincy","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and Tackey Chan that the Highway Department evaluate certain improvements at the Furnace Brook Parkway Rotary Intersection in the city of Quincy. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2944","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":752948,"bill_number":"H1904","title":"Requiring hospitals to conduct annual public meetings","description":"For legislation to require hospitals to conduct annual public meetings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1904","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":752949,"bill_number":"H1986","title":"Providing for unused medication return by health care facilities","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka and others that the Commissioner of the Department 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1986","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":752950,"bill_number":"H1930","title":"Relative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities and settings","description":"Relative to needlestick injury prevention in public health facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1930","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":752951,"bill_number":"H2151","title":"Relative to the disclosure of certain police reports","description":"For legislation to require police departments to notify victims of any requests for said victim’s report. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2151","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":752952,"bill_number":"H1891","title":"Permitting parental access to medical records","description":"Relative to parental access to medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1891","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":752953,"bill_number":"H2034","title":"Preserving dates of birth from city and town records","description":"Relative to preserving dates of birth from city and town records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2034","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":752954,"bill_number":"H2501","title":"Relative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2501","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":752955,"bill_number":"H1758","title":"Relative to the commission on unemployment benefits eligibility","description":"Relative to the unemployment benefit eligibility system. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1758","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":752956,"bill_number":"H2282","title":"Relative to a state employee sick leave bank","description":"Relative to the state employees’ sick leave bank. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2282","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":752957,"bill_number":"H2563","title":"Relative to the Earned Income Tax Credit","description":"Relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2563","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":752958,"bill_number":"H3153","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3153","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752959,"bill_number":"H2956","title":"Relative to antique boats, automobiles and motorcycles","description":"Relative to antique boats, automobiles and motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2956","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":752960,"bill_number":"H2380","title":"Realtive to employees of the Commonwealth who are required to respond to crime scenes","description":"For legislation to place certain employees of the Commonwealth required to respond to crime scenes in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2380","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752961,"bill_number":"H3034","title":"Relative to motorcycle helmet choice","description":"For legislation to repeal the requirement for operators and passengers on motorcycles over the age of eighteen to wear protective headgear. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3034","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":752962,"bill_number":"H2306","title":"Relative to Amending Disability or Death Caused by Certain Conditions of Cancer","description":"Relative to disability or death benefits for certain members of the state police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3492","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2306","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":752963,"bill_number":"H2430","title":"Relative to joint purchasing group committees","description":"Relative to joint purchasing group committee membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2430","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":752964,"bill_number":"H3151","title":"Relative to the appointment of veterans agents and service officers","description":"Relative to the appointment of veterans’ agents and service officers. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3151","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":752965,"bill_number":"H1960","title":"Relative to the safe handling of hazardous drugs","description":"Relative to the safe handling of certain hazardous drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3995","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1960","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":752966,"bill_number":"H2565","title":"Relative to taxation abatements","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Department of Revenue to correct certain assessment errors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2565","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":752967,"bill_number":"H1742","title":"Regulating Chapter 136","description":"Relative to the compensation of employees on Sundays and holidays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1742","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":752968,"bill_number":"H2619","title":"Regarding a sales tax exemption","description":"For legislation to provide a sales tax exemption for communities within ten miles of the New Hampshire border. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2619","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":752969,"bill_number":"H2039","title":"To advance the safety of women seeking to terminate a pregnancy","description":"For legislation to further define health clinics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2039","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":752970,"bill_number":"H1931","title":"Relative to disproportionate share and geographically isolated hospitals","description":"Relative to disproportionate share and geographically isolated hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1931","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":752971,"bill_number":"H2055","title":"Prohibiting the use of all latex gloves and products by persons who handle food","description":"Relative to prohibiting the use of all latex gloves and products by persons who handle food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2055","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":752972,"bill_number":"H2467","title":"Restoring the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund","description":"For legislation to create the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund from portions of the fuel excise tax and fees assessed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2467","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":752973,"bill_number":"H2898","title":"Relative to the siting of land based industrial wind turbines","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2898","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":752974,"bill_number":"H2829","title":"Providing a correction with regard to the transfer of land to the town of Middleton","description":"Relative to the transfer of certain land to the town of Middleton by the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2829","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":752975,"bill_number":"H3114","title":"Relative to student driver safety","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue reflective decals indicating that the driver of a vehicle may be the holder of a junior operator’s license. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3114","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":752976,"bill_number":"H1813","title":"Relative to Department of Mental Health citizen boards","description":"Relative to Department of Mental Health citizen boards. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1813","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":752977,"bill_number":"H3141","title":"Relative to leaves of absence for civil air patrol members","description":"Relative to leaves of absences for civil air patrol members. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3141","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":752978,"bill_number":"H1806","title":"Relative to diversion to substance abuse treatment for non-violent drug offenders","description":"For legislation to expand substance abuse treatment options for non-violent drug offenders. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1806","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":752979,"bill_number":"H2911","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"Relative to net metering by utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2911","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":752980,"bill_number":"H2457","title":"Relative to the minimum corporate tax","description":"Relative to the minimum corporate tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2457","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":752981,"bill_number":"H2760","title":"Designating a certain basketball court in the city of Boston as the Richard \"Jazz\" Maffie memorial basketball court","description":"For legislation to designate the basketball court at Toohig Park in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston as the Richard “Jazz” Maffie memorial basketball court. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2760","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":752982,"bill_number":"H3166","title":"Relative to ParksPass waivers","description":"By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of Paul A. Schmid III and others that the Division of State Parks and Recreation be directed to issue ParksPass waivers to certain veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3166","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":752983,"bill_number":"H2047","title":"To improving access to eye and vision care in rural and underserved areas of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase eye and vision care access in rural and underserved communities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2046","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2047","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":752984,"bill_number":"H3130","title":"Relative to the appointment of veterans' agents","description":"Relative to the appointment of veterans’ agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3130","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":752985,"bill_number":"H1822","title":"Relative to providing appropriate medical care for persons in mental health facilities","description":"Relative to medical care for persons in mental health facilities. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1822","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":752986,"bill_number":"H2398","title":"Relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians","description":"Relative to survivor benefits of emergency medical technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1429","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2398","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":752987,"bill_number":"H1991","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1991","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":752988,"bill_number":"H2722","title":"Relative to a Memorial to Vatican Ambassador, Former Mayor, Former State Representative and Former Boston City Councilor Raymond L. Flynn","description":"Relative to the placement of a suitable memorial to Raymond L. Flynn. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2722","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":752989,"bill_number":"H2756","title":"To facilitate disposition of surplus property for the development of affordable and workforce housing","description":"For legislation to facilitate the disposition of surplus property for the development of affordable and workforce housing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1649","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2756","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":752990,"bill_number":"H2071","title":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","description":"By Ms. Story of Amherst, a petition of Ellen Story and Benjamin Swan that the Division of Medical Assistance be directed to provide coverage for screenings for postpartum depression. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3701","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2071","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":752991,"bill_number":"H3058","title":"Requiring an actuarial study of the MBTA retirement fund","description":"For legislation to direct the Secretary for Administration and Finance to conduct an actuarial study of the MBTA retirement fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3058","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":752992,"bill_number":"H3167","title":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans","description":"Relative to emergency medical transportation provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3167","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":752993,"bill_number":"H1862","title":"Relative to the approval of town insurance appropriations","description":"Relative to the approval of town insurance appropriations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1830","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1862","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":752994,"bill_number":"H2126","title":"Relative to parking lots","description":"For legislation to mandate the installation of barriers between certain parking spaces and retail establishments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2126","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":752995,"bill_number":"H2321","title":"Providing certain accidental disability retirement benefits for the widow of a former police officer of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the payment of an accidental death benefit from the State-Boston Retirement Board to Maureen Shaw. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2321","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":752996,"bill_number":"H2334","title":"Relative to fire fighter training","description":"Relative to the employment of retired firefighters as training instructors by the Department of Fire Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2334","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":752997,"bill_number":"H3016","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3016","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":752998,"bill_number":"H1916","title":"Relative to the joint negotiation prohibition for integrated systems","description":"Relative to the joint negotiation prohibition for integrated systems in health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1916","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":752999,"bill_number":"H3043","title":"An act relative to expired licenses","description":"Relative to the operation of motor vehicles by persons with expired drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Transportation","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3043","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":753000,"bill_number":"H1809","title":"Relative to medication assisted treatment for opioid addiction","description":"For legislation to direct the Division of Medical Assistance to provide coverage for the treatment of opioid dependence. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1809","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753001,"bill_number":"H1836","title":"Relative to zoning","description":"Relative to the granting of zoning relief by special permit granting authorities in municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1836","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753002,"bill_number":"H2228","title":"Relative to attorneys at the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to place attorneys in the Department of Children and Families in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2228","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753003,"bill_number":"H2533","title":"Relative to the curatorship program","description":"For legislation to exempt certain persons who are part of the curatorship program within state parks from paying real estate property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4210","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2533","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753004,"bill_number":"H2653","title":"Reforming economic substance rules","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Department of Revenue to disallow the asserted tax consequences of certain transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2653/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2653","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753005,"bill_number":"H2481","title":"Relative to taxation","description":"Relative to income tax return options. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2481","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":753006,"bill_number":"H2209","title":"Providing health insurance coverage to the surviving children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty","description":"Relative to providing continuing health insurance coverage for surviving children of police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2209","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753007,"bill_number":"H3113","title":"Relative to tolls on the Tobin/Mystic River Bridge","description":"Relative to toll charges on the Tobin Bridge for residents of the city of Revere and the town of Saugus. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3113","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753008,"bill_number":"H1989","title":"Relative to public health dental hygienists","description":"Relative to public health dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1989","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753009,"bill_number":"H2995","title":"Ensuring turnpike tolls come down","description":"Relative to tolls on the Massachusetts Turnpike. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2995","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753010,"bill_number":"H3106","title":"Relative to charitable donation of automobiles","description":"Relative to charitable donations of automobiles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3106","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753011,"bill_number":"H3094","title":"Relative to accessibility determination for ‘THE RIDE’ Program","description":"Relative to the accessibility determination for “The Ride” services of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3094","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753012,"bill_number":"H2448","title":"Relative to a State Public Health HIV and Hepatitis Fund","description":"Relative to providing a voluntary contribution option on the state income tax form for donations to the State Public Health HIV and Hepatitis Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3960","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2448","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753013,"bill_number":"H1844","title":"To establish commonsense permitting reforms for businesses and landowners","description":"Relative to zoning variances. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1844","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753014,"bill_number":"H2385","title":"Relative to ensuring fairness in public employee workers compensation benefits","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2385","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753015,"bill_number":"H2371","title":"Relative to expanding credible service to certain veterans","description":"Relative to expanding credible service to certain veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2371","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":753016,"bill_number":"H2496","title":"Relative to a real property tax exemption for recipients of social security disability and supplemental security income benefits","description":"Relative to real property tax exemptions for recipients of social security disability and supplemental security income benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2496","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":753017,"bill_number":"H2574","title":"Relative to sales tax exemptions","description":"Relative to sales tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2574","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753018,"bill_number":"H2666","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2666","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753019,"bill_number":"H2943","title":"Directing certain payments to cities and towns by the Massport authority","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Port Authority to make noise abatement payments to the cities of Quincy and Weymouth and the towns of Cohasset, Hingham, Hull and Scituate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2943","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753020,"bill_number":"H1906","title":"Relative to timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors","description":"Relative to the timely issuance of death certificates to funeral directors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1906","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753021,"bill_number":"H2304","title":"Relative to making provisional official service employees in the Commonwealth permanent employees","description":"For legislation to make persons employed as provisional official service positions permanent state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2304","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753022,"bill_number":"H2434","title":"Preventing the use of alternative nicotine products and vapor products by minors","description":"Relative to the excise tax on alternative nicotine products and vapor products and further prohibiting the use of said products by minors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S2152","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2434","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753023,"bill_number":"H1769","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts pregnant workers fairness act","description":"For legislation to require employers to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions for employees or prospective employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1769","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753024,"bill_number":"H2470","title":"Relative to health care access","description":"Relative to taxation of certain health care revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2470","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753025,"bill_number":"H2633","title":"Excluding small businesses from personal property tax","description":"Relative to excluding small businesses from personal property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2633","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753026,"bill_number":"H2092","title":"Relative to a Technical Correction of Chapter 284 of the Acts of 2014","description":"Relative to the purchasing of rifles, shotguns and feeding devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2092","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":753027,"bill_number":"H2705","title":"Relative to local impacts of enacted legislation","description":"For legislation to require that certain legislation enacted by the General Court and approved by the Governor contain fiscal notes or local mandate statements. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2015-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2705","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753028,"bill_number":"H1691","title":"Relative to the workers’ compensation exclusion for business owners","description":"Relative to the workers’ compensation exclusion for business owners. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1691","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753029,"bill_number":"H2344","title":"Relative to cashing out of disability retirement system alternative commission","description":"Relative to the implications of cashing out of the public disability retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2344","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753030,"bill_number":"H2805","title":"Relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and James B. Eldridge for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the second week of March as Massachusetts sleep awareness week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2805","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753031,"bill_number":"H2746","title":"Relative to improving the safety and standards of organizing a business","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2746","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753032,"bill_number":"H3171","title":"Authorizing veterans to use facilities of the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority without cost to such veterans","description":"Relative to authorizing veterans to use facilities of the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority without cost to such veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3171","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753033,"bill_number":"H1975","title":"Requiring child-resistant packaging of nicotine liquid containers","description":"Relative to requiring child-resistant packaging of nicotine liquid containers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1975","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753034,"bill_number":"H2603","title":"Regulating sewer betterment assessments in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to regulating sewer betterment assessments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3654","last_action_date":"2015-07-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2603","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753035,"bill_number":"H2101","title":"To require seatbelts in school buses","description":"For legislation to require seatbelts in school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2161","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2101","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753036,"bill_number":"H2704","title":"Relative to the early resolution of local aid","description":"Relative to the consideration of local aid resolutions. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2015-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2704","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753037,"bill_number":"H2904","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants","description":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2904","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753038,"bill_number":"H1833","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1833","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":753039,"bill_number":"H1774","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1774","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753040,"bill_number":"H1716","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, harassment or violation of public policy. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S958","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1716","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":753041,"bill_number":"H2307","title":"Relative to retirement plans","description":"Relative to employee retirement choices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2307","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753042,"bill_number":"H2753","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2753","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753043,"bill_number":"H2658","title":"Relative to disabled veterans exemption of excise tax on a vehicle","description":"Relative to the disabled veterans exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2658","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753044,"bill_number":"H3091","title":"To further regulate motorcycle exhaust sound levels","description":"For legislation to further regulate motorcycle sound levels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3091","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753045,"bill_number":"H2460","title":"Relative to Veterans Property Tax Abatement","description":"Relative to property tax abatements for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2460","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":753046,"bill_number":"H2964","title":"Establishing a commission on police jurisdiction on Massachusetts Port Authority properties","description":"Relative to police jurisdiction on Massachusetts Port Authority properties in the South Boston Waterfront of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2964","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753047,"bill_number":"H2569","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2569","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753048,"bill_number":"H2220","title":"Providing for the retirement of all municipal employees","description":"For legislation to authorize certain municipal employees to retire with a superannuation allowance equal to fifty percent. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2220","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753049,"bill_number":"H3169","title":"Relative to veterans' burial expenses","description":"Relative to the payment of certain burial expenses for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3169","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":753050,"bill_number":"H1685","title":"Relative to self-insurers workers’ compensation obligations","description":"Relative to self-insurers workers’ compensation obligations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1685","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753051,"bill_number":"H2637","title":"Reducing tax liability for grandparents raising grandchildren","description":"For legislation to reduce the property tax liability for grandparents raising grandchildren. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2637","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753052,"bill_number":"H2223","title":"To include certain employees of the Commonwealth in group two of the state retirement system","description":"For legislation to place certain employees in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2223","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753053,"bill_number":"H2480","title":"Relative to estimated quarterly corporate tax payments","description":"Relative to estimated quarterly corporate tax payments. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4027","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2480","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":753054,"bill_number":"H2809","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2809","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":753055,"bill_number":"H2190","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"For legislation to establish a board of administrations of sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2190","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":753056,"bill_number":"H3057","title":"Increasing access to medical care for veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt certain veterans from fares for the use of facilities of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and regional transit authorities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3057","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":753057,"bill_number":"H2757","title":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects","description":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2757","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":753058,"bill_number":"H2758","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2758","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753059,"bill_number":"H2882","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2882","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753060,"bill_number":"H2807","title":"To maintain the integrity of the public records law","description":"Relative to the definition of public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2807","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":753061,"bill_number":"H2207","title":"Relative to eligibility for state group health insurance","description":"Relative to the eligibility for contributory group insurance of certain faculty of public higher educational institutions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1377","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2207","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753062,"bill_number":"H3076","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3076","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753063,"bill_number":"H2237","title":"Providing that dispute resolution procedures shall be available over issues arising during mid-term bargaining","description":"Relative to collective bargaining dispute resolution procedures. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2237","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753065,"bill_number":"H2949","title":"Relative to emergency vehicles","description":"Relative to emergency vehicle lights and signals. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2949","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":753066,"bill_number":"H2048","title":"To eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3969","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2048","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753067,"bill_number":"H2324","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to the residency requirements of fire and police personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2324","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753068,"bill_number":"H1824","title":"Relative to the administration of Naloxone","description":"Relative to allowing physicians to retain a person administered naloxone when deemed medically necessary. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1824","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":753069,"bill_number":"H2593","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2593","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753070,"bill_number":"H2463","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2463","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753071,"bill_number":"H2070","title":"To improve health care for young women","description":"Relative to consent and counseling of pregnant women under sixteen years of age. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2070","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753072,"bill_number":"H2411","title":"Providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to elderly governmental retirees","description":"Relative to providing prescription drug cost reimbursements to certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2411","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":753073,"bill_number":"H2960","title":"Providing for a Legion of Merit license plate","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue a distinctive motor vehicle registration plate to certain veterans awarded the “Legion of Merit”. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2960","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753074,"bill_number":"H1953","title":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","description":"Relative to patient information regarding reconstructive surgery. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3699","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1953","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753075,"bill_number":"H1914","title":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"By Ms. Cronin of Easton, a petition of Claire D. Cronin and others that certain health facilities be directed to establish a “safe patient handling policy”, so-called. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4039","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1914","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753076,"bill_number":"H3159","title":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to shelter benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3159","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753077,"bill_number":"H2749","title":"To procure public products or services from Massachusetts or the United States","description":"Relative to the procurement of products or services by state agencies or authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3302","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2749","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753078,"bill_number":"H3059","title":"Relative to Route 128 interchange improvements","description":"By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition of Jerald A. Parisella and others that the Highway Department be directed to create a timeline for interchange improvements along Route 128 from the city of Peabody to the town of Gloucester. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3059","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":753079,"bill_number":"H2287","title":"Relative to line-of-duty death benefits","description":"For legislation to increase line-of-duty death benefits for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2287","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":753080,"bill_number":"H2230","title":"Relative to collective bargaining","description":"Relative to attorney services or management consultants for services performed for collective bargaining or issues arising from collective bargaining contracts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2230","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753081,"bill_number":"H3068","title":"Relative to safe driving","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of a mobile phone while operating a motor vehicle on any public way. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3315","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3068","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753082,"bill_number":"H1693","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3813","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1693","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753083,"bill_number":"H1948","title":"To establish a balanced health literate program state wide","description":"By Ms. Fox of Boston, a petition of Gloria L. Fox that the Department of Public Health be directed to implement a program for health literacy in healthcare facilities, pharmacies and health centers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1948","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753084,"bill_number":"H2684","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2684","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753085,"bill_number":"H1848","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1848","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753086,"bill_number":"H2606","title":"Relative to tax credits, education and training for the design and development of video game and interactive digital media products","description":"Relative to tax credits for digital media products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2606","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":753087,"bill_number":"H3148","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3148","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753088,"bill_number":"H2874","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2874","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":753089,"bill_number":"H1830","title":"Relative to municipal use of insurance proceeds","description":"Relative to municipal use of insurance proceeds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1830","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753090,"bill_number":"H2656","title":"Providing for a certain real property tax exemption","description":"Relative to real estate tax exemptions for recipients of the Air Force Cross or Presidential Unit Citation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2656","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753091,"bill_number":"H2752","title":"To make ‘New England clam chowder’ the official appetizer of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to designate New England clam chowder as the official appetizer of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2752","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753092,"bill_number":"H2854","title":"Relative to the Next Generation Network Initiative","description":"Relative to providing matching grants for funding gigabit-speed networks and for the evaluation of consumer focused municipal broadband service offerings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2275","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2854","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":753093,"bill_number":"H2473","title":"Relative to angel investor tax credits","description":"For legislation to provide certain tax credits for investments in gateway municipalities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2473","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753094,"bill_number":"H2342","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of John P. Cummings","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Sandwich, a petition of Randy Hunt that the State Board of Retirement be directed to grant an increased accidental disability retirement allowance to Lieutenant John P. Cummings of the town of Bourne. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2342","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753095,"bill_number":"H2979","title":"Exempting Veterans from the standard registration fee for Veterans license plates","description":"Relative to exempting veterans from the standard registration fee for veterans license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2979","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":753096,"bill_number":"H1827","title":"Establishing the Plymouth County government","description":"For legislation to establish a charter for the governance of Plymouth County. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1827","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753097,"bill_number":"H2277","title":"Relative to the Muscular Dystrophy Association","description":"By Ms. DiZoglio of Methuen, a petition of Diana DiZoglio and others that certain firefighters may wear uniforms while on duty and making solicitations for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2277","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753098,"bill_number":"H1912","title":"Relative to the practice of athletic training","description":"Relative to the practice of athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1912","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753099,"bill_number":"H2522","title":"Relative to the automobile excise tax","description":"Relative to the value of motor vehicles for the calculation of motor vehicle excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2522","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753100,"bill_number":"H1852","title":"Relative to streamlining municipal finance","description":"Relative to streamlining municipal finance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1852","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753101,"bill_number":"H1922","title":"Relative to tests of newborn children for treatable disorders or diseases","description":"Relative to tests of newborn children for treatable disorders or diseases. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1922","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753102,"bill_number":"H1803","title":"To combat the opioid addiction epidemic","description":"Relative to the minimum reimbursement rate for adult residential behavioral health and addiction treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1803","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":753103,"bill_number":"H2437","title":"Relative to senior property tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to exempt persons seventy-five years of age or older from the portion of real property taxes devoted to local education. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2437","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753104,"bill_number":"H2639","title":"Relative to the payment of property taxes to municipalities by hospitals considered nonprofit organizations","description":"For legislation to require certain nonprofit hospital organizations to pay a portion of annual property taxes to its resident municipality. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2639","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":753105,"bill_number":"H2755","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2755","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753106,"bill_number":"H3139","title":"Relative to veterans preference for public housing","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill and others that the Department of Housing and Community Development be directed to allow preference to veterans from other communities over local residents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3139","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753107,"bill_number":"H2763","title":"Relative to the use of project labor agreements","description":"For legislation to require authorities mandating a project labor agreement to report to the House and","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2763","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753108,"bill_number":"H2266","title":"Relative to survivor benefits","description":"Relative to joint and last survivor allowances paid under the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2266","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753109,"bill_number":"H2590","title":"To create an income tax deduction for municipal and school fees","description":"For legislation to create an income tax deduction for municipal and school fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2590","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753110,"bill_number":"H3004","title":"To prevent jaywalking","description":"For legislation to establish local option jaywalking law. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3004","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753111,"bill_number":"H2478","title":"Creating an excise tax resolution procedure","description":"For legislation to create an excise tax resolution procedure. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2478","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753112,"bill_number":"H2816","title":"To permit enhanced public access to deliberations of public bodies and to permit improved efficiency of public bodies","description":"For legislation to amend the open meeting law by defining a “public internet discussion” and setting requirements for members of a public body to discuss matters before it in a “public internet discussion”. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2816","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753113,"bill_number":"H1804","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1804","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753115,"bill_number":"H2914","title":"Relative to accountability of public funds used for wind turbines","description":"Relative to accountability of public funds used for wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2914","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753116,"bill_number":"H2339","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to use retired Boston police officers for certain details in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2339","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753117,"bill_number":"H3117","title":"Relative to certain properties in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Wagner of Chicopee, a petition of Joseph F. Wagner that the Secretary of the Department of Transportation be required to approve permits for certain construction on former railroad company land. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3117","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753118,"bill_number":"H2326","title":"To clarify leave under Chapter 41: 111F","description":"Relative to leave with pay for incapacitated officers and employees of cities, towns and districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2326","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753119,"bill_number":"H2322","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Howard S. Levine","description":"By Mr. Heroux of Attleboro, a petition of Paul R. Heroux that the State Board of Retirement be directed to grant an increased accidental disability retirement allowance to Howard S. Levine. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2322","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753120,"bill_number":"H3050","title":"Relative to private sale requirements for used vehicles","description":"Relative to private sale requirements for used vehicles and requiring that the Registry of Motor Vehicles create and maintain an approved bill of sale form for use by private sellers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3050","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753121,"bill_number":"H2790","title":"Declaring the third Saturday of the month of October as Massachusetts Minutemen and Militia Day","description":"For legislation to establish 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2790","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":753122,"bill_number":"H2661","title":"Relative to interest on abatements","description":"Relative to the interest paid to taxpayers on tax abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2661","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753123,"bill_number":"H1704","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"Relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1001","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1704","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753124,"bill_number":"H1722","title":"Relative to Willingness to Work Requirements for Unemployment Benefits","description":"Relative to work requirements for public assistance recipients. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1722","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753125,"bill_number":"H1694","title":"Relative to strengthening the civil penalties of stop work orders under the workers' compensation statute","description":"Relative to strengthening the civil penalties of stop work orders under the workers’ compensation statute. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1694","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753126,"bill_number":"H2645","title":"Providing for local aid enhancement","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition of Sarah K. Peake and others that cities and towns be authorized to include “transient accommodations” under the room occupancy excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4236","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2645","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753127,"bill_number":"H1768","title":"Promoting public labor contracts for local residents","description":"Relative to promoting public labor contracts for local residents. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1768","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753128,"bill_number":"H1886","title":"Requiring the Department of Public Health to issue a report on vision screening for children","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Public Health to compile data and issue a report on vision screening for children entering kindergarten. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1886","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":753129,"bill_number":"H1849","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1849","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753130,"bill_number":"H2877","title":"Relative to emergency back up power at gasoline stations","description":"For legislation to provide access to fuel for private and emergency vehicles during emergencies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2877","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753131,"bill_number":"H2940","title":"Relative to increasing the fine for handicap parking violations for city/town implementation and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act","description":"Relative to increasing the fine for handicapped parking violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2940","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753132,"bill_number":"H1945","title":"Promoting research and protecting public safety and environment","description":"By Ms. Fox of Boston, a petition of Gloria L. Fox, Chris Walsh and Sonia Chang-Diaz that the Department of Public Health be directed to establish a biological agents registry program and a high containment biological research laboratory health and safety program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1945","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753133,"bill_number":"H2352","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2352","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":753134,"bill_number":"H2587","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to further regulate expenditures for mortgages from the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2587","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753135,"bill_number":"H3084","title":"To reduce the fee for motor vehicle veteran registration plates","description":"Relative to a reduction in fees for motor vehicle veteran registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3084","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":753136,"bill_number":"H1851","title":"Relating to the issuance of temporary notes by cities, towns and districts","description":"Relative to borrowing by municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1851","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753137,"bill_number":"H3011","title":"Relative to Motorcycle Safety","description":"Relative to motorcycle awareness instruction. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3011","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753138,"bill_number":"H1979","title":"Relative to medical malpractice insurance","description":"By Mr. Hunt of Boston, a petition of Daniel J. Hunt that the Board of Registration in Medicine be directed to collect comprehensive information on medical malpractice insurance claims and settlements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1979","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753139,"bill_number":"H2573","title":"Relative to a three year corporate minimum tax exemption","description":"Relative to a three year corporate minimum tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2573","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":753140,"bill_number":"H2540","title":"Relative to low-income housing tax credits","description":"Relative to low-income housing tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2540","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753141,"bill_number":"H1785","title":"Regarding proportional payments of the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Project","description":"By Representative Balser of Newton and Senator Flanagan, a joint petition of Ruth B. Balser, Jennifer L. Flanagan and others that the Department of Mental Health be directed to operate a statewide program to provide mental health consultations to primary care physicians, pediatricians, nurse practitioners and health care providers of women who suffer from post-partum depression. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1785","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":753142,"bill_number":"H3033","title":"Protecting motorists and emergency personnel","description":"Relative to increasing the fine for speeding in a “breakdown lane” where such travel is permitted. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3033","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753143,"bill_number":"H2046","title":"Relative to assessing the Commonwealth’s eye care and vision health needs","description":"Relative to the eye care and vision health needs of the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2046","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753144,"bill_number":"H2390","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain persons","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain elected officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2390","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753145,"bill_number":"H2094","title":"Relative to seat belts on school buses","description":"Relative to requiring the installation and use of safety belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2161","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2094","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753146,"bill_number":"H1837","title":"Relative to flood storage","description":"By Mr. Garballey of Arlington, a petition of Sean Garballey that the Boston Metropolitan Area Planning Council be directed to 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. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1837","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753147,"bill_number":"H2521","title":"RELATIVE TO AN INCOME TAX EXEMPTION FOR SURVIVORS OF TERRORISM WHO HAS LOST ONE OR MORE LIMBS","description":"Relative to income tax exemptions for certain survivors of acts of terrorism. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2521","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753148,"bill_number":"H2408","title":"Ensuring a competitive and cost-effective municipal health market","description":"Relative to municipal health insurance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2408","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753149,"bill_number":"H1781","title":"Relative to Non Discrimination Training in the Workplace","description":"Relative to nondiscrimination training in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1781","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":753150,"bill_number":"H2346","title":"Relative to creditable service for Robert Iantosca, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to provide certain creditable service for retirement purposes to Robert Iantosca, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2346","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753151,"bill_number":"H2778","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2778","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753152,"bill_number":"H2213","title":"Relative to auditoring the GIC","description":"For legislation to require periodic audits of the Group Insurance Commission by the Auditor of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2213","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753153,"bill_number":"H2255","title":"Defining further a legislative body","description":"For legislation to further define the term “legislative body” relative to retirement boards in cities and towns. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2255","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753154,"bill_number":"H2509","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2509","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753155,"bill_number":"H2628","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"For legislation to lower the sales tax and provide for the taxation of remote sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2628","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":753156,"bill_number":"H3134","title":"In support of veterans and dependents through municipal tax bills","description":"Relative to voluntary contribution check-off boxes on municipal tax bills for support of local veterans’ agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3134","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753157,"bill_number":"H2193","title":"Further regulating transportation of hazardous materials","description":"For legislation to further regulate the transportation of hazardous materials. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2193","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753158,"bill_number":"H1786","title":"To ensure behavioral health integration","description":"For legislation to expand access to behavioral health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1786","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753159,"bill_number":"H2403","title":"Relative to making provisional employees in civil service positions permanent in those positions","description":"For legislation to establish an examination procedure for the certification of civil service provisional employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2403","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753160,"bill_number":"H2359","title":"Further Regulating Group Insurance Benefits For State Employees and Retired State Employees","description":"Relative to insurance benefits for current and retired state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1400","last_action_date":"2015-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2359","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":753161,"bill_number":"H2738","title":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects","description":"Relative to the participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1650","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2738","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753162,"bill_number":"H2419","title":"Relative to the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District","description":"Relative to group insurance coverage for employees of the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2419","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753163,"bill_number":"H1952","title":"Relative to the substitution of generic drugs","description":"Relative to the substitution of generic drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1952","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753164,"bill_number":"H2150","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2150","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753165,"bill_number":"H2945","title":"Further regulating junior operator licenses","description":"Relative to further regulating the issuance of licenses to junior operators of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2945","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753166,"bill_number":"H2135","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2135","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753167,"bill_number":"H2927","title":"Relative to 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2927","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753168,"bill_number":"H2456","title":"Relative to real estate taxes for seniors","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for persons over seventy years of age. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2456","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":753169,"bill_number":"H3009","title":"To regulate license plate tracking","description":"Relative to license plate tracking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4322","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3009","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753170,"bill_number":"H1876","title":"To protect residential building lots","description":"Relative to residential building lots. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1876","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":753171,"bill_number":"H1818","title":"Relative to applications for temporary involuntary hospitalization","description":"For legislation to authorize certain mental health service providers to restrain persons deemed to have a likelihood of causing serious harm. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1818","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753172,"bill_number":"H2777","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2777","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753173,"bill_number":"H1861","title":"Relative to handicap automobile licenses or placards","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1861/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1861","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753174,"bill_number":"H2169","title":"Assuring municipal control of military equipment procurement by local law enforcement","description":"Relative to military equipment procurement by local law enforcement departments. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2169","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753175,"bill_number":"H2765","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2765","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753176,"bill_number":"H2613","title":"Establishing a tax deduction for teachers purchasing school supplies","description":"Relative to exempting certain school supply expenses of elementary and secondary school teachers from the income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2613","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753177,"bill_number":"H1741","title":"To Create a Workers’ Compensation Classification for Reinforcing Steel","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark that the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council be directed to conduct a study of the need for a new insurance classification for repairing and reinforcing steel on existing bridges. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1741","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753178,"bill_number":"H1907","title":"Relative to specialty licensure","description":"Relative to the definition and regulation of specialty health care providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1907","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753179,"bill_number":"H3086","title":"To preserve historic markers","description":"For legislation to appropriate a certain sum of money to the Highway Department for the repair and preservation of historic markers. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3086","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753180,"bill_number":"H2216","title":"Relative to the oversight of disability pension benefits","description":"Relative to the oversight of public employee disability pension benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2216","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753181,"bill_number":"H2384","title":"Authorizing certain public employees' creditable retirement service","description":"For legislation to grant creditable service for retirement purposes to certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2384","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753182,"bill_number":"H2938","title":"Relative to trailer registration for Massachusetts youth organizations","description":"For legislation to exempt non-profit and charitable organizations from trailer registration fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2938","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753183,"bill_number":"H2970","title":"Relative to the high occupancy vehicle lane","description":"Relative to the high occupancy vehicle lane on the I-93 Southeast Expressway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2970","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753184,"bill_number":"H2335","title":"To amend retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to include Bargaining Unit 8 employees in the Department of Youth Services in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2335","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":753185,"bill_number":"H2164","title":"Relative to multi-year licensing","description":"Relative to private detective licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2164","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753186,"bill_number":"H1875","title":"To amend Section 1A, Chapter 40A of the General Laws relative to Zoning","description":"For legislation to expand the definition of zoning. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1875","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753187,"bill_number":"H1731","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1731","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753188,"bill_number":"H2227","title":"Providing that decisions of the Labor Relations Commission in representation cases shall be subject to judicial review","description":"For legislation to provide that decisions of the Labor Relations Commission in representation cases shall be subject to judicial review. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2227","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753189,"bill_number":"H2580","title":"Relative to agricultural production and profitability","description":"Relative to agricultural production and profitability. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2580","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753191,"bill_number":"H2532","title":"Relative to charitable donations","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax deduction for donations to charitable institutions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2532","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753192,"bill_number":"H2983","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation to include the city of Lynn and the towns of Marblehead and Swampscott as members of the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2983","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":753193,"bill_number":"H1984","title":"Relative to cemetery and crematory inspections and penalties","description":"Relative to cemetery and crematory inspections and penalties. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1984","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753194,"bill_number":"H2554","title":"Relative to the taxpayers' bill of rights","description":"Relative to limitations on expenditures and revenues. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2554","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753195,"bill_number":"H2511","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2511","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753196,"bill_number":"H2265","title":"To restore collective bargaining for teachers and other school employees","description":"Relative to collective bargaining for teachers and other school employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2265","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753197,"bill_number":"H2303","title":"REGARDING THE EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION","description":"Relative to the position of captain in the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2303","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753198,"bill_number":"H1872","title":"Relative to unpaid sewer use charges in the city of Holyoke","description":"Relative to unpaid sewer use charges in the city of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1872","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":753199,"bill_number":"H2789","title":"To access and display business licenses and regulations","description":"For legislation to provide public access to local, state and federally issued operating licenses issued to certain businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2789","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753200,"bill_number":"H2678","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2678","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753201,"bill_number":"H3061","title":"Relative to online driver education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of Alice Hanlon Peisch, Garrett J. Bradley and Steven S. Howitt that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to establish a driver education curriculum presented in an online format. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3061","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753202,"bill_number":"H2558","title":"Relative to DOR interest rate parity","description":"Relative to calculations of interest for refunds issued by the Department of Revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2558","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753203,"bill_number":"H1797","title":"Relative to the civil commitment of women for alcoholism and substance abuse to MCI Framingham","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1797","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753204,"bill_number":"H2112","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 213 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2112","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753205,"bill_number":"H3081","title":"Relative to motorcycle and bicycle safety with malfunctioning traffic signals not detecting motorcycles or bicycles","description":"Relative to motorcycle safety with malfunctioning traffic signals not detecting motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3081","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753206,"bill_number":"H2711","title":"Relative to the enhanced disposition of surplus motor vehicles owned by the commonwealth or authorities established by the state","description":"Relative to the sale or auction of surplus state motor vehicles to cities and towns. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2711","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753207,"bill_number":"H2242","title":"Amending the retirement beneficiaries of Dennis Mullen","description":"Relative to the retirement beneficiaries of Dennis Mullen. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2242","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753208,"bill_number":"H1734","title":"Relative to increasing penalties to employers who employ illegal immigrants","description":"Relative to increasing the penalties for employers who employ any alien who is a student or visitor or who has not been admitted to the United States. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1734","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753209,"bill_number":"H1686","title":"Relative to workers compensation law governing certain applicable wages and fees","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1686","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753210,"bill_number":"H3100","title":"Directing the board of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to assess the current status of the Commonwealth's transportation system","description":"By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus and others that the board of directors of the Department of Transportation be directed to assess the current status of the transportation system of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3100","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753211,"bill_number":"H3111","title":"Relative to the tolls at the Sumner Tunnel","description":"For legislation to limit the tolls charged residents of the cities of Revere and Chelsea, the town of Winthrop and Essex County for use of the Sumner Tunnel. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3111","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753212,"bill_number":"H3150","title":"Relative to the training and certification of veteran service agents","description":"Relative to the training and certification of veteran service agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3150","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753213,"bill_number":"H2423","title":"Relative to veterans retirement and pensions","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits for certain public employees who are veterans of the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2423","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":753214,"bill_number":"H1857","title":"To allow municipalities to exempt small projects from the prevailing wage law","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to exempt small projects from the prevailing wage laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1857","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":753216,"bill_number":"H1983","title":"Relative to optometrists","description":"Relative to the use of epinephrine, adrenaline or other agents by optometrists in the treatment of anaphylaxis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1973","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1983","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753217,"bill_number":"H2007","title":"Relative to a special commission to study electric and magnetic fields","description":"Relative to the health and safety of electric and magnetic fields from transmission lines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2007","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753218,"bill_number":"H2184","title":"Relative to the possession of weapons","description":"Relative to authorizing county law enforcement personnel to possess electrical weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2184","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753219,"bill_number":"H2019","title":"Relative to infectious disease control","description":"For legislation relative to infectious disease control. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2019","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753220,"bill_number":"H1937","title":"Relative to the safe disposal of prescription drugs","description":"Relative to the safe collection and disposal of prescription drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1937","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":753221,"bill_number":"H1980","title":"To establish a vision care registry","description":"For legislation to to establish a vision care registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1980","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753222,"bill_number":"H2433","title":"An act further regulating employee benefits","description":"Relative to providing certain retirement benefits for employees of the Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1430","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2433","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753223,"bill_number":"H2245","title":"Relative to state employees serving in the Massachusetts National Guard or active reserves","description":"Relative to the compensation of state employees serving in the Massachusetts National Guard or active reserves. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2245","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753224,"bill_number":"H2589","title":"To exempt certain veterans from the state tax","description":"For legislation to exempt the pensions of certain veterans from the income tax laws of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2589","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753225,"bill_number":"H2954","title":"Relative to commercial driver licensing","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to administer alternative language tests to applicants for commercial drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2954","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753226,"bill_number":"H2010","title":"Relative to the health care of minors","description":"Relative to the health care of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2010","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753227,"bill_number":"H2556","title":"Relative to a permanent sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to establish an annual sales tax holiday. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2556","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753228,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1838","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":753229,"bill_number":"H3048","title":"Concening tunnel safety","description":"Relative to the purchase of tunnel safety insurance by the Executive Office of Transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3048","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":753230,"bill_number":"H1905","title":"Requiring hospital governing body training","description":"For legislation to require governing bodies of hospitals licensed by the Department of Public Health to complete a trustee training program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1905","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":753231,"bill_number":"H1835","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"Relative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1835","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":753232,"bill_number":"H2644","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2644","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753233,"bill_number":"H2393","title":"Providing for special death benefits to fallen public safety officers","description":"For legislation to provide special line-of-duty death benefits to public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2393","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":753234,"bill_number":"H1933","title":"Relative to safe disposal of medical sharps","description":"Relative to the safe disposal of syringes, injection devices and other medical sharps. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1933","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753235,"bill_number":"H3180","title":"Enhancing public awareness of tax and fee increases","description":"For legislation to require the House and","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3180","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753236,"bill_number":"H2202","title":"Exempting certain positions in the police department of the town of Acton from the civil service law","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of Jennifer E. Benson, Cory Atkins and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that certain positions in the police department of the town of Acton be exempt from provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2202","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753237,"bill_number":"H1799","title":"To provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care","description":"Relative to inpatient mental health care treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1028","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1799","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753238,"bill_number":"H2331","title":"Relative to the cancer presumption for police officers","description":"Relative to cancer presumption for police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2331","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753239,"bill_number":"H2929","title":"Establishing a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston","description":"Relative to the viability of designating a space or facility in the city of Boston commemorating the visit of Nelson Mandela. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"New draft (Lewis) substituted, see S2426","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2929","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":753240,"bill_number":"H2316","title":"Relative to retirement for nuclear reactor operators","description":"Relative to placing nuclear reactor operators at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2316","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753241,"bill_number":"H2196","title":"Establishing the building code coordinating council","description":"For legislation to establish the building code coordinating council. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2196","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753242,"bill_number":"H2309","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts teacher retirement system","description":"Relative to the Teachers’ Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2309","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":753243,"bill_number":"H1765","title":"Relative to strengthening the civil penalties of stop work orders under the workers' compensation statute","description":"Relative to strengthening the civil penalties of stop work orders under the workers’ compensation statute. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1694","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1765","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753244,"bill_number":"H2948","title":"Relative to amending the Junior Operator Law","description":"Relative to civil motor vehicle infractions by junior operators who are not emancipated. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2948","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753245,"bill_number":"H2356","title":"Regarding teacher retirement","description":"For legislation to provide creditable service for retirement purposes for teaching in certain overseas school. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2356","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753246,"bill_number":"H3161","title":"Establishing a commission to study veterans transportation issues","description":"Relative to veterans transportation issues. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3161","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":753247,"bill_number":"H2485","title":"Relative to growing the creative economy","description":"For legislation to exempt sales of original art from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2485","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753248,"bill_number":"H2440","title":"Extending certain existing sales tax exemptions to veteran's organizations","description":"Relative to certain sales tax exemptions for veterans’ organizations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2440","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753249,"bill_number":"H1859","title":"Relative to the Community Preservation Committee in the town of Nantucket","description":"Relative to the membership of the community preservation committee in the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1859","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753250,"bill_number":"H2100","title":"Relative to the licensure of swimming pool builders and service contractors","description":"For legislation to require the training, examination and licensing of swimming pool builders and service contractors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2100","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":753251,"bill_number":"H2624","title":"Relative to the exemption of personal safety devices","description":"Relative to the sales tax exemption on personal safety devices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2624","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753252,"bill_number":"H2130","title":"Requiring microphones and audio-recorders on tasers","description":"Relative to the audio recording of taser use by municipal law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2130","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753253,"bill_number":"H2062","title":"Relative to the restoration of MassHealth adult dental benefits","description":"Relative to the restoration of oral health benefits for MassHealth recipients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2062","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753254,"bill_number":"H2191","title":"Relative to firearm owners protection","description":"Relative to the transportation of firearms by non-residents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2191","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":753255,"bill_number":"H2124","title":"Relative to propane detectors","description":"For legislation to require that residential buildings be equipped with propane detection alarms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2124","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":753256,"bill_number":"H1944","title":"Health insurance; mandated coverage for telemedicine services","description":"Relative to patient access to health care services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1944","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753257,"bill_number":"H1766","title":"Further regulating workers' compensation","description":"By Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, a petition of Tom Sannicandro and others to further regulate workers’ compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1766","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753258,"bill_number":"H2474","title":"To enhance the Massachusetts investment tax credit","description":"For legislation to enhance the investment tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2474","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753259,"bill_number":"H2523","title":"Relative to assisted living programs","description":"Relative to making assisted living programs eligible for tax increment financing and allowing municipalities to provide flexible targeted incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2523","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753260,"bill_number":"H2505","title":"Relative to a tax credit for mill cities","description":"By Ms. Fiola of Fall River, a petition of Carole A. Fiola and others for the establishment of an economic development tax credit incentive program for the substantial rehabilitation of mill properties. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2505","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":753261,"bill_number":"H3156","title":"Relative to veteran discrimination","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination against veterans in employment decisions. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3156","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753262,"bill_number":"H2021","title":"Further regulating the sale of tobacco products to teenagers","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale of tobacco products to teenagers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2021","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753263,"bill_number":"H3044","title":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations","description":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4274","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3044","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":753264,"bill_number":"H1929","title":"Relative to the partial fill prescribing method advisory commission","description":"Relative to reducing the amount of excess prescription narcotics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1929","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":753265,"bill_number":"H2978","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of type II noise barrier implementation plan","description":"Relative to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the type II noise barrier implementation plan. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2978","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":753267,"bill_number":"H2601","title":"Relative to rolling back the income tax","description":"For legislation to reduce the income tax to five percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2601","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":753268,"bill_number":"H3080","title":"Establishing the commuter rail patrons bill of rights","description":"For legislation to establish a passengers bill of rights for rail service patrons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3080","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753269,"bill_number":"H2513","title":"Relative to tax exempt property","description":"Relative to the sale of tax-exempt property sold by religious and charitable organizations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2513","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753270,"bill_number":"H2005","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3988","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2005","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753271,"bill_number":"H2507","title":"Providing a tax deduction for certain heating costs","description":"For legislation to provide for a tax deduction for certain home heating costs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2507","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753272,"bill_number":"H2641","title":"Establishing a 1-year waiting period for new taxes","description":"For legislation to require a one-year waiting period after passage of an act creating new taxes for said taxes to become effective. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2641","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753273,"bill_number":"H2892","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"Relative to double utility poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2892","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753274,"bill_number":"H2072","title":"Ensuring a representative health care cost containment discussion","description":"By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of William M. Straus that the Health Policy Commission be directed to conduct an annual analysis and issue reports on the impact of specialty drug costs in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2072","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753275,"bill_number":"H2955","title":"To allow oral examinations for learning permits","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to provide oral examinations for learning permits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2955","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753276,"bill_number":"H2751","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination regional advisory boards","description":"Relative to the membership of the Commission Against Discrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2751","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753277,"bill_number":"H2310","title":"Relative to capping payment of pensioners for services after retirement","description":"Relative to increasing the amount of earnings that a retired public employee may be paid for certain additional public service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2310","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":753278,"bill_number":"H2225","title":"Relative to employee retirement","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition of Tackey Chan and Raymond McGrath that sewerage treatment operators of the Department of Correction be placed in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2225","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753279,"bill_number":"H2584","title":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax","description":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxation by organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2584","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753280,"bill_number":"H2066","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2066","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753281,"bill_number":"H2395","title":"To further regulate the right to strike of public employees","description":"For legislation to further regulate the right to strike of public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2395","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":753282,"bill_number":"H2907","title":"Protecting the public interest in cable mergers","description":"Relative to the protection of the public interest by the Department of Telecommunications and Cable in cable mergers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2907","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753283,"bill_number":"H2961","title":"Designating Marshfield the home of Senator Daniel Webster and Governor Edward Winslow","description":"For legislation to erect a marker on Route 3 designating Marshfield as the home of Senator Daniel Webster and Governor Edward Winslow. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2961","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753284,"bill_number":"H1889","title":"Relative to advanced practice nursing","description":"Relative to the independent practice of advanced practice registered nursing by nurse practitioners. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1889","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753285,"bill_number":"H1802","title":"Relative to the discharge of persons incompetent to stand trial","description":"Relative to the discharge of persons incompetent to stand trial. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1802","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":753286,"bill_number":"H2471","title":"Regarding pre-Broadway productions","description":"For legislation to establish a live theater tax credit program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2471","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753287,"bill_number":"H1890","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"Relative to the parameters for protective custody. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1890","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":753288,"bill_number":"H1958","title":"Relative to patient safety","description":"Relative to the maximum number of patients assigned to registered nurses or hospital care attendants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1958","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753289,"bill_number":"H2673","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2673","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753290,"bill_number":"H2503","title":"Relative to access to capital for business growth in economically distressed communities","description":"Relative to access to capital for business growth in economically distressed communities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2503","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753291,"bill_number":"H1794","title":"Relative to transport under Section 12(a)","description":"Relative to further regulating emergency restraint and hospitalization of persons posing a risk of serious harm by reason of mental illness. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1794","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753292,"bill_number":"H1717","title":"Promoting job training in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to promoting job training in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3812","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1717","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":753293,"bill_number":"H1915","title":"To ensure patient medication adherence","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Public Health to implement an institutional pharmacy discharge medication pilot program to ensure patient medication adherence. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1915","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753294,"bill_number":"H1887","title":"To ensure access to necessary hospital services","description":"Relative to hospitals providing cardiac catheterization services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1887","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":753295,"bill_number":"H1949","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1949","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753296,"bill_number":"H2240","title":"Relative to certain option B and option C retirees","description":"Relative to retirement options for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2240","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753297,"bill_number":"H2764","title":"Relative to prohibiting pay-to-play schemes","description":"Relative to political contributions by investment advisors doing business with public entities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2764","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753298,"bill_number":"H2990","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration","description":"For legislation to require that certain information be included with applications for motor vehicle registrations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2990","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":753299,"bill_number":"H2203","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses under the retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2203","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753300,"bill_number":"H1928","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"Relative to the administration of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1928","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":753301,"bill_number":"H1982","title":"Relative to death certificates","description":"Relative to death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1982","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753302,"bill_number":"H3020","title":"Relative to a pay per stop T commission","description":"Relative to changing the fee structure of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to “pay per stop”, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3020","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753303,"bill_number":"H2253","title":"Relative to court officers and probation officers","description":"Relative to line-of-duty death benefits for certain public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2253","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":753304,"bill_number":"H2917","title":"Relative to consumer choice of green electricity","description":"Relative to consumer choice of electricity from renewable sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2917","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753305,"bill_number":"H3038","title":"Relative to speed limits","description":"For legislation to establish reasonable and proper speed limits inside urban districts on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4470","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3038","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753306,"bill_number":"H2942","title":"To regulate the training and supervision of snowmobiles","description":"For legislation to require operators of recreational utility vehicles to participate in a training program. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2942","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753307,"bill_number":"H2609","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2609","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":753308,"bill_number":"H2027","title":"Relative to health care records","description":"Relative to the fees for records of hospital patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2027","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753309,"bill_number":"H2152","title":"An act 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2152","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753310,"bill_number":"H2107","title":"To provide concurrent police authority for Massachusetts Port Authority properties","description":"For legislation to provide concurrent police authority for Massachusetts Port Authority properties. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2107","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753311,"bill_number":"H2786","title":"Relative to soliciting and rewarding suggestions from residents to reduce costs of government","description":"For legislation to authorize the Suggestions Awards Board within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance to offer certain financial awards to citizens for suggestions reducing the cost of government. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2786","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":753312,"bill_number":"H2299","title":"Relative to military leave","description":"Relative to the effects of military service on salary and vacation allowance for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4615","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2299","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753313,"bill_number":"H2489","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts estate tax code","description":"Relative to the estate tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2489","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":753314,"bill_number":"H2596","title":"Relative to the meals tax holiday","description":"Relative to establishing a meals tax holiday. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2596","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753315,"bill_number":"H2863","title":"Relative to public utility company vegetation management","description":"Relative to public utility company vegetation management. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2863","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753317,"bill_number":"H2011","title":"Relative to informed consent for circumcisions","description":"Relative to informed consent for circumcisions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2011","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753318,"bill_number":"H2626","title":"Relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks","description":"Relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2626","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753319,"bill_number":"H2226","title":"Relative to the definition of group two of the public employee retirement system","description":"For legislation to eliminate Group 1 of the contributory retirement system for public employees and reclassify persons currently classified in said group to Group 2. Public Service","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2226","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753320,"bill_number":"H2428","title":"Relative to employees of the Department of Fire Services","description":"For legislation to place certain employees in the Department of Fire Services in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4400","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2428","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753321,"bill_number":"H2887","title":"Relative to reducing the cost of electricity for Massachusetts ratepayers","description":"Relative to the cost of electricity for ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2887","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753322,"bill_number":"H1702","title":"Relative to the tipped minimum wage","description":"Relative to the minimum wage employers are required to pay tipped employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1702","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":753323,"bill_number":"H3173","title":"An act relative to the removal of commemorative flag holders from the graves of veterans and certain police and fire personnel.","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the removal of commemorative flag holders from the graves of veterans and police and fire personnel. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3173","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753324,"bill_number":"H2861","title":"Relative to clean energy resources","description":"For legislation to encourage the use of renewable energy resources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2861/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2861","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753325,"bill_number":"H1899","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1899","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753326,"bill_number":"H2146","title":"Relative to improving elevator inspection procedures","description":"For legislation to establish a reporting protocol for the Executive Office of Public Safety to monitor and report the backlogs in elevator inspections across the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2146","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753327,"bill_number":"H2086","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2086","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753328,"bill_number":"H3124","title":"Relative to the expiration of a nonresident enrolled student license","description":"Relative to the licensing of nonresidents enrolled as students. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3124","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":753329,"bill_number":"H2454","title":"To Promote Development Through Historic Tax Credits","description":"For legislation to provide tax credits for the rehabilitation of historic properties for mixed commercial and residential uses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2454","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753330,"bill_number":"H2302","title":"Relative to increasing the COLA base","description":"Relative to increasing the base for the calculation of cost-of-living increases for retired public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2302","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753331,"bill_number":"H2647","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2647","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753332,"bill_number":"H3082","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3082","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753333,"bill_number":"H2818","title":"Making amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act","description":"For legislation to further regulate business corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2818","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753334,"bill_number":"H2024","title":"Relative to Patient Safety","description":"Relative to eliminating emergency room overcrowding and diversions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2024","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":753335,"bill_number":"H1828","title":"Regarding revenue sharing with cities and towns","description":"For legislation to assure fair and adequate municipal gap funding for municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1828","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753336,"bill_number":"H2068","title":"Requiring disclosure of solvents used in dry cleaning","description":"Relative to the disclosure requirements for dry cleaners using toxic chemicals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4415","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2068","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753337,"bill_number":"H2975","title":"Concerning the conversion of private ways to public ways","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of the Highway Fund to convert private ways to public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2975","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":753338,"bill_number":"H3028","title":"Relative to membership in regional transit authorities","description":"Relative to membership in regional transit authorities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 432 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3028","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":753339,"bill_number":"H2374","title":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee for Public Counsel Services","description":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee on Public Counsel Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2374","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753340,"bill_number":"H2221","title":"Relative to certain state employees of the Department of Revenue","description":"Relative to the compensation of certain employees of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2221","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753341,"bill_number":"H2781","title":"Protecting children and parents","description":"For legislation to abolish the Commission on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Youth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2781","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753342,"bill_number":"H2680","title":"To provide a hearing aid tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax credit for the purchase of hearing aids. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2680","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753343,"bill_number":"H3056","title":"Regarding Right of Way Violations","description":"Relative to the penalties for right-of-way violations at intersections. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3056","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":753344,"bill_number":"H3165","title":"Relative to Chapter 115 benefits","description":"Relative to reimbursements for expenditures made by cities and towns for veterans’ benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3165","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":753345,"bill_number":"H1761","title":"Relative to the prohibition of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to the prohibition of noncompetition agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1761","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":753346,"bill_number":"H2376","title":"Relative to credible service for VISTA volunteers","description":"Relative to providing credible service for retirement purposes for VISTA volunteers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2376","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753347,"bill_number":"H2581","title":"Relative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title","description":"Relative to charges associated with condominiums in tax title. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2581","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":753348,"bill_number":"H2742","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2742","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753349,"bill_number":"H1821","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1821","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753350,"bill_number":"H2798","title":"To change powers and duties the Board of Building Regulations and Standards","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of the Board of Building Regulations and Standards. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2798","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753351,"bill_number":"H2636","title":"Amending the sales and use tax exemption for clothing","description":"For legislation to increase the maximum cost of clothing sales exempt from the sales and use tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2636","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753352,"bill_number":"H1919","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"For legislation to establish safeguards to prevent death and disability from stroke. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4113","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1919","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753353,"bill_number":"H2251","title":"Expanding access to health care for employees of charter schools","description":"For legislation to expand health care access for charter school employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2251","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753354,"bill_number":"H2229","title":"Relative to the Labor Relations Commission","description":"Relative to public employee collective bargaining decisions of the Labor Relations Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2229","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753355,"bill_number":"H2835","title":"Authorizing the lease of a certain parcel of land to the town of Milton","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to lease the Max Ulin skating rink in the town of Milton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2835","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753356,"bill_number":"H1696","title":"Relative to compliance with the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to include offsite fabrication work for qualified projects under the prevailing wage laws of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1696","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753357,"bill_number":"H2477","title":"Closing a certain corporate tax haven loophole","description":"Relative to the corporate taxes of entities incorporated in other countries. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2477","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753358,"bill_number":"H2925","title":"Promoting transparency and accountability for hosting the 2024 summer games","description":"By Messrs. Moran of Boston and Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of Byron Rushing and others for the establishment of a Massachusetts 2024 commission on the Summer Olympic Games. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4163","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2925","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753359,"bill_number":"H3135","title":"Relative to burial expenses for veterans","description":"For legislation to require funeral directors to make available to potential clients information regarding funeral and burial benefits for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3135","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":753360,"bill_number":"H2318","title":"Relative to increasing killed-in-line-of-duty benefits for public safety employees","description":"Relative to increasing line-of-duty death benefits for public safety employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2318","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753361,"bill_number":"H2822","title":"Relating to the public records law","description":"Relative to the public records law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2822","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753362,"bill_number":"H1682","title":"Relative to discrimination in the workplace","description":"Relative to discrimination against family caregivers in the workplace . Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1682","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753363,"bill_number":"H2953","title":"Creating the Massachusetts Rail Transit Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts rail transit fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2953","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753364,"bill_number":"H2512","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2512","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753365,"bill_number":"H1709","title":"Relative to child labor law","description":"Relative to child labor laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1709","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753366,"bill_number":"H2736","title":"Establishing the Executive Office of Food Resources and Security","description":"For legislation to establish an executive office of food resources and security. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2736","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753367,"bill_number":"H1910","title":"Relative to improved medication adherence","description":"For legislation to authorize pharmacists to administer injectable drugs and biological products in retail settings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1910","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753368,"bill_number":"H2163","title":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"Relative to continuing education and the licensing of elevator mechanics. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2163","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753369,"bill_number":"H2688","title":"Relative to assessment certification","description":"Relative to the certification of assessing property at full and fair cash valuation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4032","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2688","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753370,"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1834","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753371,"bill_number":"H2510","title":"Relative to home health care and hospice tax deductions","description":"Relative to home health care and hospice tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2510","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753372,"bill_number":"H3118","title":"Relative to the creation of a motor carrier advisory council","description":"Relative to the establishment of a motor carrier advisory council. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3118","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753373,"bill_number":"H2888","title":"Relative to small farm energy production","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of Peter V. Kocot, Marcos A. Devers and John W. Scibak 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2888","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753374,"bill_number":"H2674","title":"Relative to Real Estate Tax Exemptions of Certain Veterans","description":"Relative to reducing the residency requirement for real estate tax exemptions for certain veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2674","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":753375,"bill_number":"H1870","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1870","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753376,"bill_number":"H2851","title":"To promote offshore wind energy","description":"For legislation to promote offshore wind energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2851","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753377,"bill_number":"H2273","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":"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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2273","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753378,"bill_number":"H2747","title":"Providing for the annual observance of the month of May as the official month of kindness","description":"By Mr. Gordon of Bedford, a petition of Kenneth I. Gordon and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting aside the month of May as the official month of kindness. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2747","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":753379,"bill_number":"H2774","title":"To exempt the deliberation of public bodies at town meeting from the open meeting law","description":"For legislation to exempt the deliberations of public bodies at town meetings from the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2774","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753380,"bill_number":"H2138","title":"Relative to equitable firearm license fees","description":"Relative to firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2138","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753381,"bill_number":"H2602","title":"Relative to rolling back the sales tax","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales tax to five percent. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2602","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":753382,"bill_number":"H2052","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2052","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753383,"bill_number":"H3154","title":"Relative to veteran owned small business procurements","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr., that the State Purchasing Agent be directed to give preference to veteran-owned small businesses when making certain purchases. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3154","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753384,"bill_number":"H2004","title":"Relative to biomass facilities and solid waste combustion","description":"Relative to biomass facilities and solid waste combustion. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2004","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753385,"bill_number":"H2407","title":"Adjusting the compensation of certain executive officials consistent with the provisions of articles of amendment CXVIII","description":"Relative to adjusting the compensation of certain elected officials. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2407","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753386,"bill_number":"H1711","title":"Relative to the definition of 'part-time'","description":"Relative to the definition of “part-time” worker. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1711","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753387,"bill_number":"H1850","title":"Relative to relative to subdivision plans","description":"Relative to sustainable land use involving subdivisions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1850","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":753388,"bill_number":"H1724","title":"Relative to Business Owners Unemployment Insurance Benefits","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance benefits for seasonal businesses. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1724","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753389,"bill_number":"H2869","title":"Relative to the timing of reimbursement for federal manufacturers excise tax","description":"Relative to the timing of contractual reimbursements for the federal manufacturer’s excise tax on petroleum products. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2869","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":753390,"bill_number":"H2370","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 civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2370","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753391,"bill_number":"H2977","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize the operation of autonomous vehicles without active control or monitoring by a human operator. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4321","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2977","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":753392,"bill_number":"H2545","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2545","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753393,"bill_number":"H3182","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3182","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":753394,"bill_number":"H2077","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts online prescription monitoring program","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Online Prescription Monitoring Program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2077","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753395,"bill_number":"H2642","title":"Exempting inventory from taxation","description":"For legislation to exempt certain inventory from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2642","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753396,"bill_number":"H2544","title":"Relative to a senior citizen volunteer property tax reduction","description":"For legislation to establish a senior citizen volunteer property tax reduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2544","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753397,"bill_number":"H2336","title":"Relative to treating veterans equally under the pension laws","description":"Relative to the pensions of veterans retiring under the public employees retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2336","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753398,"bill_number":"H2973","title":"Relative to the clarification for the definition, testing regulations, and enforcement of motorcycle sound emissions","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition, testing regulations and enforcement of motorcycle sound emissions. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2973","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":753399,"bill_number":"H2804","title":"Relative to the sunshine policy disclosure","description":"Relative to the disclosure of relations to state employees by candidates for employment. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2804","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753400,"bill_number":"H2382","title":"Regarding pension ratio of the funding system","description":"Relative to the ratio of the Pension Reserves Investment Trust Fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2382","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753401,"bill_number":"H1911","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1911","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753402,"bill_number":"H1845","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1845","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753403,"bill_number":"H2106","title":"Relative to uniform use of deadly force guidelines","description":"Relative to publishing uniform use of deadly force guidelines. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2106","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":753404,"bill_number":"H2715","title":"To improve the open meeting law","description":"Relative to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2715","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753405,"bill_number":"H2260","title":"Relative to civil service creditable time","description":"Relative to civil service creditable time. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2260","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753406,"bill_number":"H3170","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3170","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753407,"bill_number":"H2676","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2676","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753408,"bill_number":"H2785","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2785","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":753409,"bill_number":"H2271","title":"Relative to creditable service and notice by certified mail","description":"Relative to the creditable service of certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2271","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":753410,"bill_number":"H1745","title":"To overhaul the QUEST system","description":"For legislation to reduce the administrative burden on employers and third party agents in complying with the unemployment insurance laws. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1745","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753411,"bill_number":"H2982","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"Relative to school bus driver licensing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2982","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753412,"bill_number":"H3010","title":"Relative to commercial vehicle registration","description":"Relative to commercial vehicle registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3010","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753413,"bill_number":"H2825","title":"Establishing school bus driver day","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak for the annual issuance by the Governor of a proclamation setting apart October 20 as school bus drivers’ day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2825","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753414,"bill_number":"H2087","title":"Relative to appointment procedures for the State Fire Marshall","description":"Relative to designating the position of State Fire Marshal as a Governor’s Cabinet position. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2087","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753416,"bill_number":"H1841","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1841","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753417,"bill_number":"H3065","title":"Regulating rental car companies","description":"By Mrs. Poirier of North Attleborough, a petition of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that rental car companies be required to provide renters with the ability to return a vehicle anytime on a Saturday or Sunday to any rental company branch office. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3065","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753418,"bill_number":"H2840","title":"Providing for transfers of land in Westfield","description":"By Mr. Velis of Westfield, a petition of John C. Velis and Donald F. Humason, Jr., that the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to transfer a certain parcel of land in the city of Westfield to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for construction purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4308","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2840","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753419,"bill_number":"H2842","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs and services","description":"Relative to identifying opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs and services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2842","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":753420,"bill_number":"H2349","title":"Relative to eligibility for state group health insurance","description":"Relative to eligibility for state group health insurance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2349","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753421,"bill_number":"H2585","title":"Relative to land conservation incentives","description":"For legislation to increase the maximum tax credit allowed for land conservation incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3771","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2585","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753422,"bill_number":"H3120","title":"Relative to suspension for medical reasons","description":"Relative to the suspension of licenses to operate a motor vehicle for medical reasons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3120","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753423,"bill_number":"H1843","title":"To promote open space residential development","description":"For legislation to promote open space residential development by prohibiting unreasonable zoning ordinance and by-law restrictions. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1843","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753424,"bill_number":"H2281","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Renaud, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Renaud, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2281","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":753425,"bill_number":"H2780","title":"Further defining executive sessions held by public bodies","description":"For legislation to authorize public bodies to meet in executive sessions to consider certain requests for proposals, purchase orders, bids and other solicitations of third party services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2780","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753426,"bill_number":"H3175","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3175","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753427,"bill_number":"H2599","title":"Relative to school safety and security","description":"For legislation to establish an income tax credit for certain police officers serving in school districts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2599","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753428,"bill_number":"H2074","title":"Relative to patients rights","description":"Relative to the rights of patients to certain bulk medications upon discharge from medical facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2074","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753429,"bill_number":"H2846","title":"Relative to public meeting exemptions for the General Court","description":"Relative to public meeting exemptions for the General Court. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2846","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":753430,"bill_number":"H2132","title":"Relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks","description":"Relative to bank robberies and the collection of fraudulent checks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2132","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753431,"bill_number":"H2369","title":"Relative to police and youth partnership","description":"For legislation to promote police and youth partnerships in communities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2369","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753432,"bill_number":"H2391","title":"Relative to the sanctity of collective bargaining","description":"Relative to the sanctity of collective bargaining agreements with non-commissioned officers of the Department of State Police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2391","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":753433,"bill_number":"H1897","title":"Relative to drug overdose deaths","description":"Relative to the reporting of drug overdose deaths. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1897","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":753434,"bill_number":"H3060","title":"To establish regional transit authority enterprise fund","description":"For legislation to authorize regional transit authorities to establish enterprise funds. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3060","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753435,"bill_number":"H2931","title":"Relative to the architect laureate","description":"For legislation to establish the position of state architect laureate to promote greater appreciation of the architectural history of the State House and other public buildings in the commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4401","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2931","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753436,"bill_number":"H2998","title":"Designating a certain section of State Highway Route 2 in the city of Cambridge and town of Arlington as the James M. Gavin Memorial Highway","description":"For legislation to designate a certain section of State Highway Route 2 in the city of Cambridge and town of Arlington as the James M. Gavin Memorial Highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2998","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753437,"bill_number":"H3049","title":"Exempting certain school buses from MassDOT toll collection","description":"Relative to exempting certain public school buses from toll collection. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3049","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753438,"bill_number":"H1748","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"For legislation to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2207","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1748","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":753439,"bill_number":"H2484","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise taxes","description":"For legislation to simplify the motor vehicle excise tax process and prevent multiple excise charges. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2484","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753440,"bill_number":"H1791","title":"Relative to regulating oxycodone","description":"Relative to regulating oxycodone. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1791","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":753441,"bill_number":"H2571","title":"Establishing a special commission on the tax expenditure budget","description":"Relative to reviving the special commission (including members of the General Court) established to study tax expenditure budgets and further regulating tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2571","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753442,"bill_number":"H1942","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1942","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":753443,"bill_number":"H2681","title":"To modernize the renewable energy property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the renewable energy property tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4028","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2681","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753444,"bill_number":"H3155","title":"Relative to burial benfits of veterans","description":"Relative to burial benefits of veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3155","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753445,"bill_number":"H2819","title":"Relative to a business entity","description":"Relative to the reporting requirements of limited liability partnerships and certain corporations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2819","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753446,"bill_number":"H2206","title":"Relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system","description":"Relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1376","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2206","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753447,"bill_number":"H2459","title":"Relative to property tax exemptions for certain persons","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions for veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2459","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":753448,"bill_number":"H2576","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2576","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753449,"bill_number":"H1773","title":"To establish a living wage for employees of big box retail stores and fast food chains","description":"For legislation to establish a living wage for employees of certain retail stores and fast food restaurants. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1024","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1773","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":753450,"bill_number":"H2194","title":"Relative to amusement devices","description":"Relative to amusement devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2194","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753451,"bill_number":"H2219","title":"Designating certain employees of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"Relative to placing certain employees of the Department of Transportation in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2219","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753452,"bill_number":"H2728","title":"Relative to the procurement of public works","description":"Relative to project labor agreements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2728","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753453,"bill_number":"H2442","title":"Relative to exemptions for small charities for tax upon raffle proceeds","description":"For legislation to exempt small charities from the tax on raffle proceeds. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2442","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753454,"bill_number":"H2508","title":"Providing for an income tax exemption for senior citizens","description":"For legislation to provide a certain income tax exemption for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2508","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753455,"bill_number":"H2858","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2858","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753456,"bill_number":"H1757","title":"Relative to non discrimination training in the workplace","description":"Relative to nondiscrimination training in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1757","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":753457,"bill_number":"H1689","title":"Relative to needle stick injuries suffered by first responders","description":"Relative to the pay of first responders out of work due to needlestick injuries suffered in the line of duty. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1689","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":753458,"bill_number":"H2091","title":"Relative to personal use of hoisting equipment","description":"Relative to the personal use of hoisting equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2091","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":753459,"bill_number":"H1932","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to the training of persons supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2211","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1932","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753460,"bill_number":"H3088","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to identifying, preserving and commemorating historic roadways in the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3088","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753461,"bill_number":"H1921","title":"Prohibiting the participation of healthcare 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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1921","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":753462,"bill_number":"H2338","title":"Defining regular interest for retirement systems","description":"Relative to the definition of regular interest for retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2338","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753463,"bill_number":"H1788","title":"Establishing a behavioral health workforce development trust fund","description":"Relative to establishing a behavioral health workforce development trust fund. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1788","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753464,"bill_number":"H1925","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1925","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":753465,"bill_number":"H2058","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1123","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2058","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753467,"bill_number":"H3142","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3142","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753468,"bill_number":"H1690","title":"Regarding youth sports referees","description":"Relative to the employment of certain youth sports referees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1690","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753469,"bill_number":"H2033","title":"Providing for consumer access to and disclosure of complementary and alternative health services","description":"Relative to providing consumer access to and disclosure of complementary and alternative health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2033","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":753470,"bill_number":"H2650","title":"Extending net operating losses to financial institutions","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2650","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753471,"bill_number":"H2025","title":"Relative to health cost savings","description":"By Mr. Nangle of Lowell, a petition of David M. Nangle that the Center for Health Information and Analysis be directed to study potential cost savings for certain physical therapy treatments. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2025","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":753472,"bill_number":"H2365","title":"Exempting the position of building maintenance craftsperson in the police department of the town of Billerica from the civil service law","description":"By Mr. Lombardo of Billerica, a petition of Marc T. Lombardo (by vote of the town) that certain building maintenance employees in the police department of the town of Billerica be exempt from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2365","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753473,"bill_number":"H2404","title":"Regulating collective bargaining impasses involving public employees","description":"Relative to further regulating collective bargaining impasses involving public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2404","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753474,"bill_number":"H2910","title":"Relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects","description":"Relative to comprehensive siting reform for certain land based wind projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2910","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753475,"bill_number":"H2797","title":"To modernize trade name registration","description":"Relative to the registration of trade names. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2797","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":753476,"bill_number":"H2719","title":"Relative to the indemnity and insurance responsibility on certain public construction projects","description":"For legislation to provide for the equitable assessment of liability against project designers and construction managers for certain public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2719","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":753477,"bill_number":"H1695","title":"Relative to participants in entertainment exhibitions","description":"Relative to participants in certain entertainment exhibitions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1695","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753478,"bill_number":"H2360","title":"To grant A. John Crisafulli three years of creditable service","description":"For legislation to grant certain creditable service in the Teachers’ Retirement System to A. John Crisafulli of the town of Natick. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2360","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753479,"bill_number":"H2811","title":"An act establishing an office of access and opportunity","description":"For legislation to establish a permanent office of access and opportunity within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2811","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":753480,"bill_number":"H2731","title":"To hold harmless Human Service Agencies","description":"Relative to the lease or rental of real property to be occupied by a public agency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2731","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":753481,"bill_number":"H1964","title":"Protecting victims of sexual assault","description":"Relative to testing persons convicted of sexual assault for the HIV virus. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1964","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753482,"bill_number":"H2217","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"Relative to ordinary disability public employee retirement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2217","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753483,"bill_number":"H2732","title":"Relative to the electronic filing of and public access to statements of financial interests","description":"Relative to public access to the financial statements of candidates for public office and the maintenance of an electronic reporting system for statements of financial interests. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2732","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753484,"bill_number":"H2387","title":"Relative to Municipal Employees Premium Contribution Rate","description":"For legislation to pro-rate premium contribution rates for certain part-time public employees based on the number of hours worked. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2387","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":753485,"bill_number":"H2269","title":"Relative to public investment in fossil fuels","description":"Relative to the divestment of state pension funds from holdings in fossil fuel companies. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2269","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753486,"bill_number":"H1787","title":"Relative to expanding access and safety of mental health services","description":"Relative to expanding access to and safety of mental health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1787","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753487,"bill_number":"H2933","title":"Relative to resale royalties for artists","description":"Relative to resale royalties for artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4163","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2933","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753488,"bill_number":"H2167","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 the Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2167","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753489,"bill_number":"H2768","title":"Designating Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate October 18 as inflammatory breast cancer awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2768","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753490,"bill_number":"H3006","title":"Related to the enhancement of public safety to children in the vicinity of an attractive nuisance, a motor vehicle with the purpose of selling frozen desserts","description":"Relative to warning light violations committed by operators of motor vehicles selling frozen desserts. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3006","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753491,"bill_number":"H2627","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2627","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753492,"bill_number":"H2828","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Danvers","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Danvers and under the use and control of the Department of State Police. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2828","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753493,"bill_number":"H3037","title":"To reuse surplus rail assets","description":"For legislation to authorize the Secretary of Transportation to establish a system to reuse surplus rail assets. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3037","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":753494,"bill_number":"H2648","title":"Approving the application by the town of Truro of the local option room occupancy excise to seasonal rental properties in the town of Truro","description":"Relative to seasonal rental properties in the town of Truro. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2648","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753495,"bill_number":"H2128","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"Relative to protective custody for persons incapacitated by a drug overdose. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2128","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":753496,"bill_number":"H2635","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2016","description":"Relative to establishing a sales tax holiday in 2016. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2635","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753497,"bill_number":"H2538","title":"Relative to privately owned public use airport real estate taxes","description":"Relative to the taxation of property owned by a privately owned/public use airport that is used for aviation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2538","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":753498,"bill_number":"H2881","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"For legislation to encourage the development of clean energy security, energy diversity and economic growth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4336","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2881","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":753499,"bill_number":"H2009","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2009","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753500,"bill_number":"H2714","title":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts","description":"Relative to bidding for public construction contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2714","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753501,"bill_number":"H2429","title":"Relative to Retirement Benefits for Installation Security Officers","description":"Relative to placing installation security officers in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2429","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":753502,"bill_number":"H2699","title":"To amend Chapter 59 sec 2A (b) of the General Laws relative to real property, mortgages, classifications","description":"Relative to the assessment of local taxes on properties containing more than three dwelling units. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2699","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753503,"bill_number":"H2796","title":"Designating the official seasoning of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate Bell's Seasoning as the official seasoning of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2796","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753504,"bill_number":"H3107","title":"To establish a joint legislative commission to investigate and study the performances and practices of the Registry of Motor Vehicles","description":"Relative to the performances and practices of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3107","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753505,"bill_number":"H2095","title":"To prevent deaths by fire","description":"For legislation to require 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2095","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753506,"bill_number":"H2445","title":"Relative to municipal infrastructure improvement","description":"Relative to raising revenues for local infrastructure improvements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2445","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":753507,"bill_number":"H2409","title":"Relative to equitable treatment under state retirement laws","description":"For legislation to expand retirement option selections to certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2409","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753508,"bill_number":"H1747","title":"To clarify the tips law","description":"For legislation to further protect employees’ rights to tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1001","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1747","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":753509,"bill_number":"H1846","title":"Authorizing the long term lease of the former Anawan school in the town of Rehoboth","description":"That the town of Rehoboth be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land for housing purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1846","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753510,"bill_number":"H1736","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2271","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1736","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753511,"bill_number":"H2524","title":"Relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"For legislation to allow municipalities to exempt up to fifty percent of real estate taxes for seniors whose annual property taxes exceed ten percent of their annual income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4030","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2524","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":753512,"bill_number":"H1903","title":"Promoting substance abuse prevention through positive social norms marketing","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell that the Department of Public Health be directed to establish a positive social norms marketing public school grant program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1903","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753513,"bill_number":"H2327","title":"Relative to providing for binding arbitration for fire fighters and police officers","description":"Relative to providing binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2327","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753514,"bill_number":"H2800","title":"Relative to the implementation of regulations on businesses","description":"For legislation to delay the implementation of new regulations for a year subsequent to publication. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2800","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753515,"bill_number":"H2832","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. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2832","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753517,"bill_number":"H1784","title":"Relative to increasing access to psychological services","description":"Relative to payments for psychological services provided by MassHealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1784","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":753518,"bill_number":"H2754","title":"Relative to accessible electronic information technology for persons with disabilities","description":"Relative to accessible electronic information technology for persons with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2754","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753519,"bill_number":"H2916","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2916","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":753520,"bill_number":"H2386","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees at the Department of Children and Families","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2386","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753521,"bill_number":"H2799","title":"Increasing review of rules and regulations with economic impacts on small businesses","description":"For legislation to require the biennial review of rules and regulations with an economic impact on small businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2799","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753522,"bill_number":"H1864","title":"Relative to the effective enforcement of municipal ordinances and bylaws","description":"For legislation to enforce municipal ordinances and by-laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1864","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753523,"bill_number":"H1750","title":"Relative to setting the prevailing wage rate","description":"Relative to setting the prevailing wage rates. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1750","sponsor":"Leonard Mirra"},
{"bill_id":753524,"bill_number":"H2450","title":"Relative to the taxpayers of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales tax and limit the compensation of certain public employees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2450","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":753525,"bill_number":"H2657","title":"Providing for prisoners of war","description":"For legislation to make income received by a prisoner of war tax-exempt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2657","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753526,"bill_number":"H1900","title":"Ensuring patient privacy and control with regard to health information exchanges","description":"Relative to the disclosure of health care information. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1900","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753527,"bill_number":"H2824","title":"Designating shaken baby syndrome awareness week","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart the third full week in April as shaken baby syndrome awareness week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2824","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753528,"bill_number":"H2894","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to prohibit the use of double poles by utility companies for longer than ninety days. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2894","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753529,"bill_number":"H1880","title":"Relative to columbaria","description":"For legislation to permit the internment of cremated remains in certain columbaria which are aesthetically consistent with the surrounding area. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1880","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753530,"bill_number":"H2889","title":"Promoting residential energy efficiency improvements","description":"For legislation to promote residential energy efficiency improvements in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2889","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753531,"bill_number":"H3029","title":"Relative to establishing speed limits on certain local roads","description":"Relative to establishing speed limits on certain local roads. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3029","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753532,"bill_number":"H2059","title":"Establishing a statewide discount program for pharmaceuticals","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide discount program for pharmaceuticals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2059","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753533,"bill_number":"H2402","title":"Establishing a Massachusetts state universities' part-time faculty health insurance trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish a trust fund to be known as the state universities’ part-time faculty health insurance fund. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2402","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753534,"bill_number":"H2891","title":"Relative to renewable energy certificates","description":"Relative to renewable energy certificates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2891","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753535,"bill_number":"H1920","title":"An act relative to mobile integrated health care","description":"For legislation to establish a system of mobile integrated health care in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1920","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753536,"bill_number":"H2831","title":"Designating the song “14 Counties of Massachusetts” as the official county song of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the song “14 Counties of Massachusetts” as the official county song of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2831","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":753537,"bill_number":"H2980","title":"Relative to community works programs","description":"Relative to operating a motor vehicle after a suspension or revocation of license. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2980","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":753538,"bill_number":"H2139","title":"Relative to Novelty Sparklers","description":"For legislation to exclude novelty sparklers from the definition of prohibited fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2139","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753539,"bill_number":"H2670","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on bundled cellular telephone transactions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2670","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753540,"bill_number":"H2604","title":"Relative to the taxation of state pensions","description":"For legislation to impose an income tax on the pensions of retired public employees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2604","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753541,"bill_number":"H2347","title":"Relative to victim witness advocate retirement classification","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of assistant district attorneys. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2347","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753542,"bill_number":"H3112","title":"Exempting certain elderly persons from paying tolls","description":"By Ms. Vincent of Revere, a petition of RoseLee Vincent that the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority be prohibited from charging tolls to certain persons seventy years of age or older. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3112","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753543,"bill_number":"H2235","title":"Relative to the retirement rights of heavy equipment operators","description":"For legislation to include all municipal heavy equipment operators in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2235","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753544,"bill_number":"H2890","title":"Relative to renewable energy","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik that the Department of Energy Resources be directed to treat renewable generation equally when creating, developing and administering programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2890","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753545,"bill_number":"H2439","title":"Increasing the property tax exemption for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to increasing the property tax exemption for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2439","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753546,"bill_number":"H3115","title":"Relative to the sustainability of the trucking industry","description":"Relative to the trucking and messenger/courier industries. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3115","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753547,"bill_number":"H2414","title":"Relative to Russell Chamberland, an employee in the town of Sturbridge and Department of Transportation","description":"Relative to retirement calculations and determinations of creditable service for Russell Chamberland, an employee in the town of Sturbridge and Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2414","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753548,"bill_number":"H2329","title":"To further regulate the attendance by police officers at police association executive board meeting","description":"For legislation to further regulate the attendance by police officers at police association executive board meetings. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2329","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753549,"bill_number":"H2278","title":"Relative to purchasing power protection for retiree benefits","description":"For legislation to direct the Teachers’ Retirement Board to study the costs and actuarial liabilities attributable to purchasing power protection for certain benefits for retired teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2278","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":753550,"bill_number":"H1997","title":"To protect sports medicine professionals","description":"Relative to sports medicine professionals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1997","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753551,"bill_number":"H2543","title":"Relative to industrial zoned small business property tax exemption","description":"Relative to industrial zoned small business property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4212","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2543","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753552,"bill_number":"H3092","title":"Allowing free of charge service branch designation license plates for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to motorcycle license plates for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3092","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753553,"bill_number":"H2843","title":"Relative to the State Building Code","description":"Relative to local option approval of building code amendments. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2843","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":753554,"bill_number":"H2262","title":"Concerning public safety personnel residency","description":"Relative to public safety personnel residency requirements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2262","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753555,"bill_number":"H2675","title":"To encourage affordable housing","description":"By Mr. S","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2675","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753556,"bill_number":"H3042","title":"Relative to surchargeable incidents","description":"By Mr. Mark of Peru, a petition of Paul W. Mark that certain motor vehicle violations not be counted toward the suspension of a license, right to operate or the requirement to take part in a driver education programs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3042","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753557,"bill_number":"H1700","title":"Relative to Transparency in Employee Benefits Reporting","description":"For legislation to require the reporting of certain contributions to the Unemployment Insurance Program and the Workers’ Compensation System. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1700","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753558,"bill_number":"H1746","title":"Relative to workers' compensation prospective loss cost","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation prospective loss costs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1746","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753559,"bill_number":"H2583","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2583","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753560,"bill_number":"H2244","title":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","description":"Relative to the collective bargaining agreements for certain Water Resources Authority employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2244","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753561,"bill_number":"H2787","title":"Designating 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2787","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753562,"bill_number":"H1894","title":"Relative to retail pharmacy discounts and co-pay assistance","description":"Relative to retail pharmacy discounts and co-pay assistance. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1894","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753563,"bill_number":"H3162","title":"Relative to the observation of Veterans Day","description":"Relative to allowing veterans leaves of absence on Veterans Day and Memorial Day. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3162","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753564,"bill_number":"H3025","title":"Establishing an taskforce on the transportation of elders, veterans, and those with disabilities","description":"Relative to identifying existing structural or policy-based impediments to delivering a more comprehensive and efficient transportation system for the senior, disabled, and veteran populations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4281","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3025","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753565,"bill_number":"H2274","title":"Relative to collective bargaining","description":"For legislation to designate constitutional officers as employers of the employees under their jurisdiction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2274","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753566,"bill_number":"H2438","title":"Providing for property tax relief for small business owners","description":"Relative to providing property tax relief for small business owners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2438","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753568,"bill_number":"H2187","title":"Relative to bullet proof vests","description":"Relative to maintaining detailed records on all purchasers of body armor, so-called. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2187","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753569,"bill_number":"H2179","title":"Relative to modern sporting rifles","description":"Relative to the designation of AR platform rifles equipped with telescoping stocks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2179","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753570,"bill_number":"H2631","title":"Resolve An Act examining the reduction of the income tax","description":"Relative to a reduction in the income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2631","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753571,"bill_number":"H2111","title":"Creating a special commission studying cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code","description":"Relative to cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4455","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2111","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753572,"bill_number":"H3036","title":"Relative to drivers education in public high schools","description":"Relative to drivers education in public schools. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3036","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753573,"bill_number":"H2238","title":"Relative to public hearings of the Group Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to public hearings of the Group Insurance Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2238","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753574,"bill_number":"H3136","title":"Relative to mental health, suicide prevention and transition services for veterans","description":"Relative to ways to augment services to returning veterans to reduce the rate of suicide and the effects of post traumatic stress disorder, depression and anxiety. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3136","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753575,"bill_number":"H2208","title":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler","description":"Relative to employment benefits for Patricia Kannler. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second, amended (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2208","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":753576,"bill_number":"H2720","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2720","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753577,"bill_number":"H2357","title":"Reaffirming the spirit of volunteerism","description":"For legislation to require state employees to utilize vacation and personal days prior to requesting paid time off to volunteer under the Commonwealth Corps program. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2357","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753578,"bill_number":"H1869","title":"Relative to the sale and storage of goods in public ways in the city of Springfield","description":"Relative to the sale and storage of goods in public ways in the city of Springfield. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2015 from 01:00 PM-02:00 PM in 428","last_action_date":"2015-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1869","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":753579,"bill_number":"H66","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of North Reading to the town of North Reading","description":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of North Reading to the town of North Reading","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H66/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H66","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":753580,"bill_number":"H2231","title":"Relative to the definition of Group 4 of the retirement system","description":"For legislation to include certain co-generation steam firemen and engineers in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2231","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753581,"bill_number":"H2924","title":"Relative to the Connecticut River rowing facility","description":"Relative to the Connecticut River rowing facility. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2924","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753582,"bill_number":"H2683","title":"Establishing a property tax exemption for members of the National Guard","description":"For legislation to establish a property tax exemption for members of the National Guard. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2683","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753583,"bill_number":"H2700","title":"Providing local aid enhancement for the town of Brewster","description":"Relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax in the town of Brewster. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2700","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":753584,"bill_number":"H2186","title":"Relative to standards and qualifications for the position of fire chief or chief engineer in cities, towns, fire districts, or authorities","description":"Relative to standards and qualifications for the positions of fire chief and chief engineer in cities, towns, fire districts and authorities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2186","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753585,"bill_number":"H2912","title":"Relative to capturing cost-effective energy savings for Massachusetts customers","description":"Relative to identifying cost-effective energy savings for gas and electric customers in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2912","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753586,"bill_number":"H2994","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2994","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753587,"bill_number":"H3018","title":"Relative to historic route designations","description":"Relative to historic route designations. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3018","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753588,"bill_number":"H2659","title":"Relative to excise tax exemptions","description":"Relative to excise tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2659","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753589,"bill_number":"H1888","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"For legislation to establish a diabetes state action plan. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3871","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1888","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":753590,"bill_number":"H2364","title":"For fairness regarding line of duty benefits","description":"For legislation to extend line-of-duty public safety death benefits to all public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2364","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":753591,"bill_number":"H2857","title":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2857","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753592,"bill_number":"H2717","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2717","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753593,"bill_number":"H2435","title":"Relative to encourage the use of alternative fuel heavy duty and medium duty vehicles","description":"For legislation to establish an excise tax credit for the use of alternative fuels on heavy duty and medium duty vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2435","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753594,"bill_number":"H2999","title":"Establishing a payroll tax to increase funding of mass transportation and establishing a transportation finance advisory board","description":"For legislation to establish a payroll tax to increase funding of mass transportation and establish a transportation finance advisory board. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2999","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753595,"bill_number":"H2060","title":"Relative to the safe dispensing of pain management medication","description":"Relative to the despensing of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2060","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753596,"bill_number":"H2491","title":"Relative to Chapter Land Applications","description":"Relative to the timely filing of applications in municipalities with programs of revaluation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2151","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2491","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753597,"bill_number":"H3096","title":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle","description":"Relative to the transportation of alcoholic beverages and property by agricultural, common or contract carriers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3692","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3096","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753598,"bill_number":"H2447","title":"Relative to expanding the septic system tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax credit for expenditures for the design, construction, repair or replacement of failed cesspool or septic systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2447","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":753599,"bill_number":"H1756","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"For legislation to further define standards of employee safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S999","last_action_date":"2015-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1756","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753600,"bill_number":"H2137","title":"To establish a pilot grant program using ‘Emotional CPR’ to decrease hostilities between police and citizens","description":"For legislation to establish a pilot program to reduce the traumatic consequences of interactions between police and vulnerable individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2137","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753601,"bill_number":"H3019","title":"Relative to the protection of pedestrians and cyclists","description":"For legislation to require the installation of sideguards and blind spot mirrors on certain vehicles to protect pedestrians and cyclists. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3019","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753602,"bill_number":"H1826","title":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1826","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753603,"bill_number":"H2495","title":"Relative to certain taxpayer protections regarding casino gaming","description":"Relative to the tax on gross gaming revenues, the waiting period for certain former public officials to be employed by gaming licensees and the prohibiting of financial assistance from state funds for gaming licensees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2495","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":753604,"bill_number":"H2462","title":"Relative to the application deadline for tax exemptions and deferrals","description":"Relative to property tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4032","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2462","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753605,"bill_number":"H2069","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to the labeling information for commercially caught fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4065","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2069","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":753606,"bill_number":"H3051","title":"Relative to military license plates","description":"Relative to the issuance of 26th Infantry Division or 26th Infantry Brigade motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3051","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753607,"bill_number":"H2860","title":"Concerning Transparency and Accountability of Public Funds used for Wind and Solar projects","description":"For legislation to require that certain funds distributed by the Commonwealth to wind and solar plants be posted on a website maintained by the Mass Clean Energy Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2860","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753608,"bill_number":"H1811","title":"Relative to addictions training","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia and Denise C. Garlick for the establishment of an addiction residency training grant program. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1811","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753609,"bill_number":"H2664","title":"Relative to the corporate excise tax","description":"Relative to the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2664","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753610,"bill_number":"H1839","title":"To ensure adequate handicapped parking","description":"Relative to handicapped parking spaces regulated by cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1839","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753611,"bill_number":"H1947","title":"To establish a lupus erythematosus study and registry","description":"By Ms. Fox of Boston, a petition of Gloria L. Fox, Chris Walsh and Linda Dorcena Forry that the Department of Public Health be directed to establish a lupus erythematosus registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3869","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1947","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753612,"bill_number":"H2761","title":"Reforming the regulatory process 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2761","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753613,"bill_number":"H2401","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. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2401","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753614,"bill_number":"H2918","title":"Relative to the timely determination of towing rates","description":"For legislation to establish a deadline for the Department of Public Utilities to respond for requests for adjustments of maximum towing charges. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2918","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":753615,"bill_number":"H3001","title":"To establish the speed limit for US Route 3","description":"For legislation to increase the speed limit for United States Route 3 from the New Hampshire border to Interstate 95 in the town of Burlington to sixty-five miles per hour. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3001","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753616,"bill_number":"H2030","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2030","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753618,"bill_number":"H2065","title":"To protect patients approved by physicians and certified by the Department of Public Health to access medical marijuana","description":"For legislation to protect caregivers and patients approved by physicians and certified by the Department of Public Health to access medical marijuana. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2065","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753619,"bill_number":"H2105","title":"Relative to the dissemination of criminal record information to private detectives licensed by the Department of State Police","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2105","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753620,"bill_number":"H2837","title":"Directing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the Salem Redevelopment Authority","description":"Relative to authorizing the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land containing the Salem Superior Courthouse and County Commissioners Building to the Salem Redevelopment Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 462 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":753621,"bill_number":"H2252","title":"Relative to the cost of civil service exams","description":"Relative to the cost of civil service examinations for employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2252","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753622,"bill_number":"H2413","title":"Relative to providing the next of kin of a state police officer killed in the line of duty with a flag during the memorial service","description":"For legislation to provide the next of kin of a state police officer killed in the line of duty with a flag during the memorial service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2413","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753623,"bill_number":"H2080","title":"Relative to denture construction safety","description":"For legislation to establish a board of denture technology for the certification of denture laboratories. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4069","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2080","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753624,"bill_number":"H2727","title":"An act reducing filing fees for certain small business","description":"Relative to filing fees for limited liability companies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2727","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753625,"bill_number":"H2823","title":"Relative to landscape sprinkler systems","description":"For legislation to require landscape sprinkler systems to be constructed with automatic shutoff valves controlled by rain sensor devices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2823","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":753626,"bill_number":"H1978","title":"Exempting barber shops from certain system sewage flow design criteria","description":"Relative to exempting barber shops from certain system sewage flow design criteria. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1978","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753627,"bill_number":"H2090","title":"Relative to commercial use of hoisting equipment","description":"Relative to the commercial use of hoisting equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2090","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":753628,"bill_number":"H3105","title":"Relative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton","description":"Relative to the use of the Neponset Valley Parkway in the town of Milton. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3105","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753629,"bill_number":"H2117","title":"Relative to novelty sparklers","description":"Relative to the definition of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2117","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753630,"bill_number":"H2490","title":"Establishing a permanent annual sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to direct the Commissioner of the Department of Revenue to annually designate a sales tax holiday. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2490","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":753631,"bill_number":"H2421","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustments for retired judges","description":"Relative to the cost-of-living adjustments for retired judges. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2421","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753632,"bill_number":"H1840","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1840","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":753633,"bill_number":"H2852","title":"Relative to net metering, community shared solar and energy storage","description":"Relative to net metering, community shared solar and energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2852","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":753634,"bill_number":"H2249","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to the retirement of non-clerical workers of the Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2249","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753635,"bill_number":"H3116","title":"Relative to truck inspections","description":"Relative to truck inspections and establishing a program to train municipal police officers in conducting commercial carrier inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3116","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753636,"bill_number":"H1883","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2212","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1883","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753637,"bill_number":"H1943","title":"To study the use of harm reduction","description":"For legislation to study the use of harm reduction as a strategy for reducing cigarette smoking. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1943","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":753638,"bill_number":"H2367","title":"To define further teacher for retirement purposes","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston, a petition of Elizabeth A. Malia that certain certified school nurses be included in the definition of “teacher” under the public employees retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2367","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753639,"bill_number":"H2119","title":"To prohibit the distribution in commerce of children's products and upholstered furniture containing certain flame retardants, and for other purposes","description":"Relative to children’s products and upholstered furniture containing certain flame retardants. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4241","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2119","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753640,"bill_number":"H2362","title":"Relative to indemnification","description":"Relative to the indemnification of fire alarm division personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2362","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":753641,"bill_number":"H2600","title":"To exempt municipalities from the gas tax","description":"For legislation to exempt municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2600","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753642,"bill_number":"H1924","title":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes","description":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1203","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1924","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":753643,"bill_number":"H2276","title":"Relative to the appointment and reappointment of public safety officers","description":"Relative to the appointment and reappointment of public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2276","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753644,"bill_number":"H2297","title":"To clarify group 2","description":"For legislation to place associate court officers and associate probation officers in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2297","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753645,"bill_number":"H2941","title":"Relative to the soundproofing program facilitated by the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"Relative to the soundproofing program of the Massachusetts Port Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2941","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753646,"bill_number":"H1793","title":"Relative to creating a pilot program to transfer high acuity behavioral health and dual diagnosis patients away from overcrowded emergency departments","description":"Relative to creating a pilot program to transfer high acuity behavioral health and dual diagnosis patients away from overcrowded emergency departments. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1793","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":753647,"bill_number":"H2272","title":"Exempting Albert P. Manzi, III from the maximum age requirement for applying for civil service appointment as a police officer in the town of North Andover","description":"That the town of North Andover be authorized to appoint Albert P. Manzi III as a police officer in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2272","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753648,"bill_number":"H2500","title":"Providing for an exemption for certain paraplegic veterans","description":"For legislation to provide tax exemptions for certain paraplegic veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2500","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":753649,"bill_number":"H2325","title":"Pertaining to police and firefighter residency requirements","description":"Relative to the residency requirements of municipal police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2325","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753650,"bill_number":"H2200","title":"Relative to captains of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"Relative to the calculation of pensions for Department of Correction captains. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2200","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753651,"bill_number":"H2476","title":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4029","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2476","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753652,"bill_number":"H2211","title":"Limiting severance agreements of authorities","description":"Relative to severance agreements negotiated by authorities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2211","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753653,"bill_number":"H2902","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2902","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":753654,"bill_number":"H2856","title":"Relative to double poles","description":"Relative to the use of double utility poles of distribution or telephone companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2856","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753655,"bill_number":"H2153","title":"To examine the potential effectiveness of a statewide registry of convicted drug dealers","description":"Relative to the establishment of a statewide registry of convicted drug dealers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2153","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":753656,"bill_number":"H2634","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2015","description":"Relative to establishing a sales tax holiday in 2015. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2634","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753657,"bill_number":"H2383","title":"To provide pensions to surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty","description":"Relative to pension benefits for surviving spouses of Department of Children and Families social workers killed in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2383","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753658,"bill_number":"H2109","title":"Relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures","description":"Relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2109","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753659,"bill_number":"H2143","title":"Relative to fire protection systems for buildings and structures","description":"Relative to fire protection systems for buildings and structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2143","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753660,"bill_number":"H2611","title":"Relative to tax deductions for student loans","description":"Relative to tax deductions for student loans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2611","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753661,"bill_number":"H2996","title":"Relative to motorcycle inspections","description":"Relative to motorcycle safety inspections. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2996","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753662,"bill_number":"H1858","title":"Relative to the Nantucket Memorial Airport Fuel Revolving Account","description":"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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1858","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":753663,"bill_number":"H2769","title":"Relative to fees for the use of State House facilities","description":"Relative to fees for the use of State House facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2769","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753664,"bill_number":"H2859","title":"Relative to installation of electrical sub-meters","description":"Relative to installation of electrical sub-meters. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2859","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753665,"bill_number":"H1988","title":"Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency","description":"Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4643","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1988","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753666,"bill_number":"H2649","title":"To continue tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents","description":"For legislation to continue tax basis rules for property acquired from decedents. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2649","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753668,"bill_number":"H2965","title":"Establishing a special commission on transportation in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to transportation in the South Boston Waterfront of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2965","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753669,"bill_number":"H2561","title":"Requiring a Waiting Period for New Taxes","description":"For legislation to require a waiting period for the implementation of new taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2561","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753670,"bill_number":"H1863","title":"Relative to authorizing governmental bodies and other approved parties to use shared legal representation and consultants in matters of common interest","description":"Relative to shared municipal legal representation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1863","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753671,"bill_number":"H1877","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities in municipalities","description":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, beaches and amenities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1877","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":753672,"bill_number":"H1770","title":"To provide unemployment benefits to laid off employees of educational institutions","description":"For legislation to provide unemployment benefits to certain employees of public educational institutions. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1770","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753673,"bill_number":"H2427","title":"Relative to the retirement of nurses","description":"Relative to placing licensed nursing care employees of cities and towns in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2427","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753674,"bill_number":"H2397","title":"Providing a bone marrow registry for firefighter candidates","description":"Relative to medical and physical fitness examinations for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2397","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":753675,"bill_number":"H2177","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola, Shaunna L. O’Connell and Kevin J. Kuros that the Executive Office of Public Safety be directed to create a blue alert system, so-called, for the apprehension of individuals wanted for seriously injuring or killing law enforcement officials. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1238","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2177","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753676,"bill_number":"H2542","title":"Relative to Title 5 income tax credit reform","description":"Relative to Title V income tax credit reform of financial aid for homeowners who have incurred costs for the repair or replacement of failed septic systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2542","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753677,"bill_number":"H2997","title":"Relative to low digit number plates on leased vehicles","description":"Relative to low digit number plates on leased vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2997","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":753678,"bill_number":"H2880","title":"Improving recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to impose a recycling fee on beverages sold in beverage containers in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2880","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753679,"bill_number":"H1755","title":"To clarify the definition of independent contractor","description":"Relative to the definitions of and profile of independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1755","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753680,"bill_number":"H1706","title":"Relative to the joint labor management committee","description":"Relative to the Joint Labor-Management Committee. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1706","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753681,"bill_number":"H1798","title":"Relative to juvenile mental health","description":"Relative to juvenile mental health and substance abuse. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1798","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753682,"bill_number":"H1782","title":"Relative to employee references","description":"Relative to employee reference liability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1782","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":753683,"bill_number":"H2400","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the soldier's homes","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for care givers at soldiers’ homes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2400","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":753684,"bill_number":"H1735","title":"To increase the minimum wage for private sector human service workers","description":"Relative to increasing the minimum wage for private sector human service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1735","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":753685,"bill_number":"H3149","title":"Relative to compensating a family member as caretaker","description":"Relative to authorizing family members to be compensated caretakers of traumatic brain injured veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3149","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753686,"bill_number":"H1926","title":"Relative to firefighters","description":"Relative to the fees charged for the certification of firefighters as emergency medical technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1926","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753687,"bill_number":"H3138","title":"Relative to veterans benefits","description":"Relative to the calculation of benefits of veterans receiving public housing and other public assistance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3138","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753688,"bill_number":"H3146","title":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","description":"Relative to veterans’ retirement benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4044","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3146","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":753689,"bill_number":"H2110","title":"Relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures","description":"Relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2109","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2110","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753690,"bill_number":"H3119","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3315","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3119","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753691,"bill_number":"H1970","title":"Relative to the independent practice of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to specific standards and scope of practice set by health boards of registration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1970","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753692,"bill_number":"H2879","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"Relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2879","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753693,"bill_number":"H1909","title":"Clarifying patient safety procedures","description":"Relative to clarifying patient safety procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1909","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753694,"bill_number":"H2422","title":"To provide funding of certain collective bargaining agreements","description":"Relative to requests for funding for certain public employee collective bargaining agreements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2422","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753695,"bill_number":"H1805","title":"Providing equitable access to behavioral health services for MassHealth consumers","description":"Relative to providing equitable access to behavioral health services for MassHealth consumers. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1805","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753696,"bill_number":"H2646","title":"Relative to room rental rates","description":"Relative to room rental rates under the room occupancy excise tax law. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2646","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":753697,"bill_number":"H2446","title":"Relative to the bundled cell phone taxation","description":"Relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2446","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":753698,"bill_number":"H2464","title":"Relative to adopting the New Markets Tax Credits Program for Massachusetts","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell, Marcos A. Devers and Benjamin B. Downing for an investigation by the","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2464","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753699,"bill_number":"H2103","title":"Reducing the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2103","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753700,"bill_number":"H3145","title":"Relative to Military Service","description":"Relative to the definition of the word “veteran”. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3145","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753701,"bill_number":"H1981","title":"Relative to school-located influenza vaccination programs","description":"For legislation to establish school-located influenza vaccination programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1981","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753702,"bill_number":"H2922","title":"To establish a special joint committee to study the Olympic Games in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the feasibility of hosting the Olympic Games in the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4163","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2922","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753703,"bill_number":"H2703","title":"Relative to the conduct of legislative committees","description":"Relative to the conduct of committees of the General Court. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2015-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2703","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753704,"bill_number":"H2426","title":"Relative to non-public school service","description":"Relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for non-public school service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2426","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753705,"bill_number":"H1995","title":"To promote patient care transparency and nurse advancement","description":"Relative to patient safety quality indicators. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1995","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753706,"bill_number":"H2834","title":"Relative to the flying of the flag of the Commonwealth at half staff on state buildings and installations","description":"Relative to flying the flag of the Commonwealth at half-staff annually to honor the victims of the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2834","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753707,"bill_number":"H2517","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices purchased with a service contract. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2517","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753708,"bill_number":"H2075","title":"To promote healthy behaviors","description":"For legislation to establish a program of community based health and sexuality education services within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2075","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753709,"bill_number":"H2932","title":"Establishing a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists","description":"For legislation to establish a disaster and emergency aid fund to ensure the safety and vitality of artists residing in the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4163","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2932","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753710,"bill_number":"H2546","title":"Relative to creating a commission to study the feasibility of simplifying the personal income tax code","description":"Relative to the feasibility of simplifying the personal income tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2546","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753711,"bill_number":"H1856","title":"Relative to sanctuary cities and towns","description":"For legislation to withhold unrestricted general government aid to cities and towns that self designate themselves as sanctuary cities or towns or fail to enforce the federal immigration laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1856","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":753712,"bill_number":"H2652","title":"Making senior citizen property tax relief more equitable","description":"Relative to property tax relief for elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2652","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753713,"bill_number":"H2188","title":"Relative to firearms in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to requiring certain insurance policies for persons with firearm licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2188","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753714,"bill_number":"H2166","title":"To review security and safety procedures in the State House and state courthouses","description":"Relative to security and safety procedures in the State House and courthouses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2166","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":753715,"bill_number":"H3121","title":"To amend Section 20, Chapter 90 of the General Laws relative to penalties and punishments for junior operators","description":"Relative to penalties and punishments for junior operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3121","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753716,"bill_number":"H2695","title":"Eliminating the motor vehicle excise tax in the eighth and succeeding years","description":"Relative to the calculation of motor vehicle excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2695","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753717,"bill_number":"H2394","title":"Relative to the officers of the court","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation payments for certain court officers injured as a result of acts of violence in a courtroom or other public area. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2394","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753719,"bill_number":"H2172","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2172","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":753720,"bill_number":"H2710","title":"Relative to designating five elements Tai Chi as the official Tai Chi form of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to designating Five Elements Tai Chi as the official Tai Chi form of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2710","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":753721,"bill_number":"H2050","title":"Modernizing tobacco control and protecting the health of minors","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of electronic devices used to deliver liquid nicotine vapor to minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2050","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753722,"bill_number":"H2655","title":"Enhancing the volunteer service tax reduction for seniors","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to reduce the real property tax obligations of persons over the age of sixty in exchange for volunteer service. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3780","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2655","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":753723,"bill_number":"H2123","title":"Relative to seat belts on school buses","description":"For legislation to require the use of seat belts on certain school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2161","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2123","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753724,"bill_number":"H2531","title":"Relative to surcharges and court costs associated with motor vehicles","description":"Relative to requiring that certain motor vehicle surcharges and court costs be used for firefighter salaries. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2531","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753725,"bill_number":"H1898","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1898","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753726,"bill_number":"H3055","title":"Relative to license requirements","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3055","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753727,"bill_number":"H2725","title":"Relative to employment of persons with disabilities","description":"By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins, Benjamin Swan and Donald H. Wong that certain contracts issued for services require the employment of a minimum number of individuals with disabilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2725","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753728,"bill_number":"H2170","title":"Promoting the use of body-worn cameras by law enforcement","description":"Relative to body-worn cameras by law enforcement officers and providing guidelines for implementing the use of said cameras. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2170","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753729,"bill_number":"H2115","title":"Relative to the inspection of boilers","description":"Relative to the inspection of boilers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2115","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753730,"bill_number":"H2801","title":"Relative to the personal care attendant program","description":"Relative to the records of personal care attendants. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2801","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753731,"bill_number":"H3158","title":"Relative to the Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Services","description":"Relative to establishing the office of the Secretary of the Department of Veterans’ Services in the Governor’s cabinet. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3158","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753732,"bill_number":"H2971","title":"To decrease the Veterans’ Plate fee","description":"Relative to reducing certain fees associated with veterans’ registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2971","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753733,"bill_number":"H2142","title":"Creating a task force to study the use of the internet by sex offenders","description":"Relative to the use of the Internet by sex offenders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2142","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753734,"bill_number":"H2622","title":"To establish tax transparency and strengthen the reporting requirements of public charities and to establish reporting requirements for the trustees and directors of public charities","description":"For legislation to establish tax transparency, strengthen the reporting requirements of public charities and establish reporting requirements for the trustees and directors of said charities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2622","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753735,"bill_number":"H1963","title":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight","description":"Relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1140","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1963","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753736,"bill_number":"H2504","title":"Relative to the modernization of boat registration and marine vessels","description":"Relative to the registration and taxation of marine vessels. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2150","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2504","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753737,"bill_number":"H2520","title":"To grant state income tax exemption for school fees","description":"Relative to an income tax deduction for certain school expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2520","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753738,"bill_number":"H3024","title":"Relative to implementing the Massachusetts yellow dot program","description":"For legislation to direct the Secretary of the Department of Transportation to implement and regulate the “Yellow Dot Program”, so-called, to provide important medical information about occupants of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4722","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3024","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753739,"bill_number":"H3022","title":"Relative to the display of motor vehicle number plates","description":"Relative to the display of motor vehicle number plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3022","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753740,"bill_number":"H1901","title":"To permit the scattering of unclaimed human body cremated remains at sea","description":"Relative to cremation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1901","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753741,"bill_number":"H2712","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 the leasing practices of the Water Resources Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2712","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753742,"bill_number":"H2051","title":"To increase access to immunizations","description":"For legislation to increase access to vaccines. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3870","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2051","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":753743,"bill_number":"H3174","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3174","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753744,"bill_number":"H3040","title":"Providing for a distinctive registration plate for firefighters","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3040","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753745,"bill_number":"H3110","title":"Relative to tolls on the Tobin/Mystic River Bridge and Sumner Tunnel","description":"Relative to tolls on the Tobin/Mystic River Bridge and Sumner Tunnel. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3110","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753746,"bill_number":"H2378","title":"Relative to the Office of Senior Justice","description":"Relative to the retirement earnings and benefits of certain senior justices. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2378","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753747,"bill_number":"H2748","title":"To provide immediate relief to ratepayers on electricity","description":"For legislation to place the Department of Public Utilities within the Department of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2748","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":753748,"bill_number":"H1772","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"Relative to electronic monitoring in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1772","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":753749,"bill_number":"H2035","title":"Promoting sterilization during surgery","description":"Relative to the sterilization of surgery rooms and intensive care units. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2035","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753750,"bill_number":"H1962","title":"Relative to the vital records trust fund","description":"For legislation to establish the vital records trust fund. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1962","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753751,"bill_number":"H2210","title":"Relative to creditable service","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell that the Teachers’ Retirement System be directed to grant certain credit for retirement purposes to Kathleen E. Harvey for her service from 1965 to 1969, inclusive. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2210","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753752,"bill_number":"H2118","title":"Relative to improving public safety and the public's right to know","description":"Relative to protecting the privacy of certain disabled persons in police records. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2118","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753753,"bill_number":"H2610","title":"Establishing a biofuel tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a biofuel tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2610","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753754,"bill_number":"H3070","title":"Relative to speed limits","description":"Relative to speed limits inside certain thickly settled areas or business districts. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3070","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753755,"bill_number":"H2323","title":"To provide certain employees in the department of corrections with line of duty death benefits","description":"For legislation to provide certain employees in the Department of Correction with line-of-duty death benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2323","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753756,"bill_number":"H2343","title":"Relative to Commonwealth contribution for lowest cost plan","description":"Relative to defining family health coverage and individual health coverage for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2343","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753757,"bill_number":"H2144","title":"Relative to military grade controlled property","description":"Relative to transfers of military-grade controlled property to state law enforcement agencies. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2144","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":753758,"bill_number":"H2663","title":"Relative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to sales and excise tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2663","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753759,"bill_number":"H2108","title":"Pertaining to firefighter training","description":"Relative to considering local needs in the training of firefighters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2108","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753760,"bill_number":"H2771","title":"Relative to the governance of the Health Policy Commission","description":"Relative to authorizing the Governor to appoint a registered nurse to the Health Policy Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2771","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753761,"bill_number":"H1713","title":"Promoting community on-the-job training for youths","description":"For legislation to dedicate a portion of certain grants to promote community on-the-job training for youths. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1713","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":753762,"bill_number":"H1720","title":"Relative to the notification of large job layoffs","description":"For legislation to require certain notices prior to plant closings or layoffs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1720","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753763,"bill_number":"H2773","title":"Relative to the use of force accounts","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of “force accounts”, so-called, by awarding authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2773","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753764,"bill_number":"H2257","title":"Relative to firefighters cessation program","description":"Relative to providing smoking cessation programs for certain police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2257","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753765,"bill_number":"H3047","title":"Relative to access to Registry of Motor Vehicle information","description":"For legislation to direct the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to make driving records available online for informational purposes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3047","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753766,"bill_number":"H1985","title":"Relative to the definition of a pharmacy","description":"Relative to regulating the licensing of pharmacies. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1985","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753767,"bill_number":"H2559","title":"Relative to corporate tax amnesty","description":"Relative to the establishment of a tax amnesty program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2559","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753769,"bill_number":"H2319","title":"Protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts","description":"Relative to protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2319","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":753770,"bill_number":"H2775","title":"Updating the open meeting law","description":"Relative to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2775","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753771,"bill_number":"H3122","title":"To amend Section 20, Chapter 8M of the General Laws relative to use of mobile telephone, hands free mobile electronic device by junior operators","description":"Relative to use of mobile telephones and hands-free mobile electronic devices by junior operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3122","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753772,"bill_number":"H2772","title":"To improve public records","description":"Relative to the storage and dissemination of certain public records in an electronic format. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3665","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2772","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753773,"bill_number":"H2698","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1474","last_action_date":"2016-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2698","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753774,"bill_number":"H2630","title":"Resolve An Act examining the reduction of the capital gains tax","description":"Relative to the feasibility of a reduction of the capital gains tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2630","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753775,"bill_number":"H2548","title":"To Clarify the Net-worth Measure of the Corporate Excise","description":"Relative to the calculation of net worth in determining corporate excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3639","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2548","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":753776,"bill_number":"H2258","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"Relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2258","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":753777,"bill_number":"H1968","title":"Establishing a special commission on ovarian cancer","description":"Relative to ovarian cancer prevention, screening, education and support programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1968","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753778,"bill_number":"H2767","title":"Relative to online posting of CMR’s","description":"For legislation to require each executive agency to post relevant Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) on said agency’s website. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2767","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753779,"bill_number":"H1825","title":"To hold property owners accountable for recurring public nuisance","description":"Relative to holding property owners accountable for recurring municipal public nuisance complaints. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4115","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1825","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753780,"bill_number":"H2826","title":"Exempting owners from providing an indemnity for certain lost or stolen registered bonds","description":"For legislation to exempt owners from providing an indemnity for certain lost or stolen registered bonds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2826","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753781,"bill_number":"H2813","title":"An act establishing the Massachusetts law revision commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts law revision commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2813","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":753782,"bill_number":"H1976","title":"To protect little lungs","description":"For legislation to prohibit smoking in motor vehicles in which young children are passengers. Public Health.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1976","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753783,"bill_number":"H1726","title":"Relative to fairness in workers' compensation benefits","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1726","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753784,"bill_number":"H2441","title":"Providing an income tax credit for families caring for relatives at home who are elderly or victims of Alzheimer's disease","description":"Relativerelatives at home who are elderly or totally disabled with Alzheimer’s disease. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2441","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753785,"bill_number":"H1956","title":"Relating to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2149","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1956","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753786,"bill_number":"H1697","title":"Relative to contractor accountability","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1697","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753787,"bill_number":"H2621","title":"Relative to the room occupancy excise","description":"Relative to room occupancy excise taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2621","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753788,"bill_number":"H3031","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":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3031","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753789,"bill_number":"H2534","title":"Relative to the property tax deferral program","description":"Relative to the property tax deferral program. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2534","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753790,"bill_number":"H2337","title":"Relative to pension benefits for widows","description":"Relative to pension benefits for widows. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2337","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":753791,"bill_number":"H3014","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation to authorize the installation and operation of digital video violation detection monitoring systems to detect drivers failing to stop for school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3095","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3014","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753792,"bill_number":"H1744","title":"Regarding a grace period for new employers","description":"Relative to unemployment compensation contribution rates for new employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1744","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753793,"bill_number":"H2096","title":"Relative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices","description":"Relative to the possession of dangerous open flame devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2096","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753794,"bill_number":"H2920","title":"To amend Section 22, Section 10 (c) of Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2008 relative to Green Communities","description":"For legislation to require municipalities to institute a municipal zero waste trash and expanded recycling program to qualify as a green community, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2920","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753795,"bill_number":"H1893","title":"To repeal the medical peer review statute","description":"For legislation to repeal the medical peer review statute. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1893","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753796,"bill_number":"H2729","title":"Relative to the official amphibian of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Spring Peeper as the official amphibian of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2729","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":753797,"bill_number":"H2122","title":"Relative to change of address for firearm licensing","description":"Relative to firearm licensing requirements. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2122","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":753798,"bill_number":"H2159","title":"Creating a statewide gun offender registry","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide gun offender registry. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2159","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":753799,"bill_number":"H2028","title":"Relative to death benefit claims","description":"Relative to copying fees for medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4068","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2028","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":753800,"bill_number":"H1759","title":"Relative to Out-of-State Travel and Unemployment Insurance Benefits","description":"Relative to disqualifying certain individuals from receiving unemployment insurance benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1759","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":753801,"bill_number":"H3053","title":"Relative to Massachusetts drivers license information","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of Harold P. Naughton, Jr., James M. Murphy and Ryan C. Fattman that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be directed to collect contact information of license applicants for use in case of emergencies. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3053","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753802,"bill_number":"H2247","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"Relative to assignments and promotions of employees of the Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2247","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753803,"bill_number":"H2351","title":"Relating to valuation of pension systems","description":"Relative to valuation of public pension systems on a calendar year basis. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2351","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":753804,"bill_number":"H2157","title":"Relative to the authority of police officers of the town of Dedham and the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the authority of police officers of the city of Boston and the town of Dedham. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2157","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753805,"bill_number":"H2361","title":"Relative to the retirement rights of criminal prosecutors","description":"Relative to the retirement rights of certain criminal prosecutors. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2361","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753806,"bill_number":"H2707","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2707","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753807,"bill_number":"H2120","title":"Relative to the lawful sale of ammunition","description":"For legislation to allow for the lawful sale of inert ammunition components from certain out-of-state vendors to lawfully licensed gun owners in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2120","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":753808,"bill_number":"H3083","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the PFC Alvin Richard Gale Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the PFC Alvin Richard Gale memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3083","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753809,"bill_number":"H2131","title":"To the use and sale of fireworks","description":"Relative to the use and sale of fireworks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2131","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753810,"bill_number":"H2514","title":"Relative to taxable income","description":"Relative to the taxation of qualified transportation fringe benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2514","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753811,"bill_number":"H2160","title":"Act relative to dangerous weapons","description":"Relative to dangerous weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2160","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":753812,"bill_number":"H1800","title":"Relative to improving access to emergency treatment plans","description":"Relative to improving mental health treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1800","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753813,"bill_number":"H1701","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"For legislation to limit the time that former employees must wait before being employed by a competitor. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4323","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1701","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":753814,"bill_number":"H1708","title":"Establishing just schedules for employees","description":"Relative to establishing schedules for employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1708","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753815,"bill_number":"H2492","title":"Relative to protection of open space","description":"Relative to the sale or conversion of certain tax-exempt property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2492","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753816,"bill_number":"H1719","title":"Relative to the prohibition of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to the prohibition of noncompetition business agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1719","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":753817,"bill_number":"H1817","title":"Relative to the civil commitment of mentally ill persons to Bridgewater State Hospital","description":"Relative to the civil commitment of mentally ill persons to Bridgewater State Hospital. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1817","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753818,"bill_number":"H1972","title":"Adopting administrative simplification for hospital pharmacists","description":"For legislation to adopt administrative simplification for hospital pharmacists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1972","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":753819,"bill_number":"H2884","title":"Establishing an electric vehicle consumer rebate program","description":"By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill and others that the the Department of Energy Resources be directed to establish and administer a grant program providing rebates for purchases of qualifying plug-in electric vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2884","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":753820,"bill_number":"H2493","title":"Relative to Gold Star tax abatements","description":"Relative to taxation abatements. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2105","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2493","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753821,"bill_number":"H1923","title":"To conform private with public subrogation policy","description":"For legislation to prevent medical bills from eroding an injury victim’s compensation received through a settlement or court award. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1923","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753822,"bill_number":"H3087","title":"To authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3087","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753823,"bill_number":"H2530","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2530","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753824,"bill_number":"H2690","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3781","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2690","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":753825,"bill_number":"H2967","title":"Relative to noncriminal disposition of parking violations","description":"Relative to the noncriminal disposition of parking violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2967","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753826,"bill_number":"H2974","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"Relative to registering applicants for licenses to operate motor vehicles with the Selective Service System. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4320","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2974","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":753827,"bill_number":"H2003","title":"To provide improved nutrition for homeless women and children","description":"Relative to the nutritional needs of homeless residents. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2003","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753828,"bill_number":"H3160","title":"Relative to election ballots","description":"By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition of Jerald A. Parisella and others that the word “veteran” be added to ballots of candidates who have honorably served in the armed forces. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3160","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":753829,"bill_number":"H2432","title":"Relative to fire fighter training","description":"Relative to the employment of retired firefighters as training instructors by the Department of Fire Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2334","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2432","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753830,"bill_number":"H2472","title":"Relative to the exemption of private pension income from taxation","description":"Relative to the exemption of certain private pension income from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2472","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":753831,"bill_number":"H2088","title":"Relative to the Department of Fire Services Commission","description":"Relative to the membership of the Department of Fire Services Commission. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2088","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753832,"bill_number":"H2850","title":"Relative to Improving Public Safety in Excavation","description":"Relative to improving public safety in excavation and enhancing the “Dig Safe” Program, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2850","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753833,"bill_number":"H2988","title":"Relative to the elimination of an annual fee by veterans for distinctive license plates","description":"For legislation to eliminate the annual fee for the issuance of distinctive license plates to veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2988","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":753834,"bill_number":"H1820","title":"Relative to services for persons with mental illness who are living with older family members or primary caretakers","description":"Relative to services for persons with mental illness living with elderly family members or primary caretakers. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1820","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753835,"bill_number":"H1718","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","description":"For legislation to establish a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program for employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4351","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1718","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":753836,"bill_number":"H2723","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2723","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753837,"bill_number":"H1762","title":"Creating a living wage for employees and contracted employees of the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and others for the establishment of a living minimum wage for employees and contracted employees of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1762","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753838,"bill_number":"H2300","title":"Relative to disability retirement benefits for veterans","description":"Relative to disability retirement benefits for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4615","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2300","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753839,"bill_number":"H1965","title":"Relative to sonographers and vascular technologists","description":"Relative to the credentialing of sonographers and vascular technologists providing ultrasound diagnostic services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1965","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753840,"bill_number":"H2018","title":"Relative to transparent billing practices","description":"Relative to requiring that health care facilities, ambulatory surgical centers and outpatient facilities bill all public and private payers for services using their assigned national provider identification number. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2018","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753841,"bill_number":"H2518","title":"Relative to certain real estate tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to increase certain real estate tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2518","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753842,"bill_number":"H2145","title":"Relative to the creation of the interagency council on management of adult and juvenile sexual offenders","description":"For legislation to establish within the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security an interagency council on the management of adult and juvenile sexual offenders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4395","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2145","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753843,"bill_number":"H1992","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2148","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1992","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753844,"bill_number":"H2687","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2687","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":753845,"bill_number":"H3132","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3132","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753846,"bill_number":"H2215","title":"Relative to the definition of Group 4 of the retirement system","description":"Relative to placing licensed electricians employed by the Commonwealth in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2215","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753847,"bill_number":"H1885","title":"Protecting the health and safety of people in restaurants","description":"Relative to requiring choke response training in all restaurants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3987","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1885","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":753848,"bill_number":"H2014","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2014","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753849,"bill_number":"H1730","title":"Relative to employer retirement contribution tranches","description":"Relative to matching contributions or annual additions by employers to retirement plans of employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1730","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":753850,"bill_number":"H2038","title":"Relative to youth concussions","description":"For legislation to establish an interscholastic athletic head injury safety training program within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2038","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753851,"bill_number":"H2770","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the city of Worcester to create and operate a multi purpose rectangular field at the Lake Avenue Park in Worcester","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the city of Worcester to create and operate a multi-purpose rectangular field at the Lake Avenue Park in Worcester. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2770","sponsor":"Mary Keefe"},
{"bill_id":753852,"bill_number":"H2906","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2906","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753853,"bill_number":"H2733","title":"To study the feasibility of streamlining business registration","description":"Relative to the feasibility of improving state agency information sharing capabilities to facilitate new business registration. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2733","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":753854,"bill_number":"H1796","title":"Relative to preventing adolescent substance abuse by expanding SBIRT","description":"Relative to preventing adolescent substance abuse through the use of public and private school screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment techniques. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S284","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1796","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":753855,"bill_number":"H3000","title":"Providing for an analysis of route 60 in the town of Arlington","description":"For legislation to analyze a certain roadway in the town of Arlington. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3000","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753856,"bill_number":"H2821","title":"Relating to creation of a municipal records commission","description":"Relative to the establishment of a municipal records commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2821","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":753857,"bill_number":"H2762","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2762","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753858,"bill_number":"H2246","title":"Relative to providing fairness and equity in the retirement benefits of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, sewer departments, sewer districts, water and sewer departments and districts, and wastewater facilities","description":"Relative to the retirement of certain employees of water departments, sewer departments, wastewater facilities and the Water Resources Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2246","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":753859,"bill_number":"H2866","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2866/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2866","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":753860,"bill_number":"H2182","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2182","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":753861,"bill_number":"H2615","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2615","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":753862,"bill_number":"H1950","title":"Relative to local Boards of Health and the sale of legal consumer products in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit local boards of health from banning the sale of consumer products sold legally in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1950","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":753863,"bill_number":"H1908","title":"Relative to prescription recycling","description":"Relative to the reduction of medication waste. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1908","sponsor":"Leah Cole"},
{"bill_id":753864,"bill_number":"H2691","title":"Providing property tax relief for certain caregivers","description":"For legislation to provide property tax relief for certain caregivers providing assistance for spouses or dependents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2691","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":753865,"bill_number":"H1739","title":"Relative to establishing an appeals process for private sector human service workers","description":"Relative to establishing an appeals process for private sector human service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1739","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753866,"bill_number":"H2934","title":"Relative to fees for veteran and National Guard registration plates","description":"Relative to the fees for motor vehicle registration plates for veterans and members of the National Guard. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2934","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753868,"bill_number":"H2348","title":"Relative to cost of living adjustments for retired public employees of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to cost-of-living adjustments for retired public employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2348","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":753869,"bill_number":"H3030","title":"Relative to agricultural operations","description":"For legislation to exempt certain vehicles used exclusively for agricultural purposes from registration requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3030","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753870,"bill_number":"H3098","title":"To establish an office of maritime planning and policy development","description":"For legislation to establish an office of maritime planning and policy development. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3098","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753871,"bill_number":"H2552","title":"Relative to stabilization fund withdrawals","description":"For legislation to require a two-thirds vote of the Senate and House of Representatives prior to making appropriations from the Stabilization Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2552","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753872,"bill_number":"H1703","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4269","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1703","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753873,"bill_number":"H2803","title":"Authorizing the lease of a certain property in the towns of Needham and Wellesley","description":"Relative to further regulating the terms of a lease of certain land by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance in the towns of Needham and Wellesley to Babson College. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2803","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":753874,"bill_number":"H3015","title":"Simplifying the acceptance of ways","description":"Relative to simplifying the acceptance of public ways in cities and towns. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3015","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753875,"bill_number":"H2516","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts clean water trust","description":"For legislation to establish a water infrastructure transaction surcharge on real estate sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2516","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753876,"bill_number":"H2903","title":"Relative to generating facilities","description":"For legislation to direct the Energy Facilities Siting Board to include estimated costs in reports on proposed generating facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2903","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":753877,"bill_number":"H2275","title":"Relative to expenses incurred in defense against denials of Chapter 41 111F benefits","description":"Relative to expenses incurred in defense against denial of benefits by incapacitated employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2275","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753878,"bill_number":"H2174","title":"Relative to missing persons","description":"Relative to reports and investigations concerning missing persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2174","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753879,"bill_number":"H3168","title":"Relative to veteran's benefits for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to veterans’ benefits for surviving spouses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3168","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753880,"bill_number":"H2064","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":"For legislation 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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2064","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753881,"bill_number":"H2268","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2268","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":753882,"bill_number":"H2023","title":"To prohibit the sale of \"energy drinks\" to persons under the age of 18","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2023","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":753883,"bill_number":"H3090","title":"Relative to the use of headlights on motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the use of headlights and taillights on motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3090","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753884,"bill_number":"H1760","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"Relative to further regulating certain individuals applying for or receiving unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S981","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1760","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753885,"bill_number":"H2667","title":"Relative to income tax rates","description":"Relative to reducing the income tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2667","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753886,"bill_number":"H2921","title":"Establishing a design certification program for cultural facilities and programming","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Cultural Council to establish a design certification program for cultural facilities. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2921","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":753887,"bill_number":"H2969","title":"Relative to electric vehicles in high occupancy lanes","description":"Relative to allowing electric vehicles in high occupancy lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2969","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753888,"bill_number":"H1816","title":"Improving financial supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"Relative to financial support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1816","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753889,"bill_number":"H2224","title":"Relative to making provisional employees in civil service positions permanent to those positions","description":"For legislation to make provisional employees in civil service positions permanent to those positions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2224","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753890,"bill_number":"H2373","title":"Relative to judicial pensions","description":"Relative to judicial pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2373","sponsor":"Rady Mom"},
{"bill_id":753891,"bill_number":"H2436","title":"Relative to non-contiguous farm land","description":"Relative to the valuation of non-contiguous farm land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2436","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753892,"bill_number":"H1954","title":"Restricting the sale of tobacco products at health care institutions","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of tobacco products at certain health care institutions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1954","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":753893,"bill_number":"H2899","title":"To establish a home heating commission","description":"For legislation to establish a home heating commission. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2899","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":753894,"bill_number":"H1896","title":"Relative to the access of epinephrine in schools","description":"For legislation to authorize school bus drivers to administer epinephrine to children suffering from allergic reactions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1896","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":753895,"bill_number":"H2864","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2864","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":753896,"bill_number":"H2036","title":"Relative to access to certain birth records","description":"Relative to access to birth records of certain persons born out of wedlock. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2036","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753897,"bill_number":"H2008","title":"Regarding registered nurse first assistants","description":"Relative to registered nurse first assistants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2008","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753898,"bill_number":"H2381","title":"Relative to protecting innocent beneficiaries","description":"Relative to protecting innocent beneficiaries under the public employee retirement law. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2381","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753899,"bill_number":"H2553","title":"Relative to the taxation of rolling stock","description":"Relative to the taxation of trucks, tractors, trailers and railcars that transport people or goods in interstate commerce. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2553","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753900,"bill_number":"H2466","title":"Establishing a child care tax credit","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax credit for child care expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2466","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753901,"bill_number":"H2706","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the legislative process","description":"Relative to the legislative process. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2015-01-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2706","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753902,"bill_number":"H1959","title":"Establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","description":"Relative to local and regional public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2128","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1959","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753903,"bill_number":"H1927","title":"Relative to accessible prescription labeling","description":"Relative to printing information on prescription medication labels in a formant accessible to print challenged persons. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1927","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753904,"bill_number":"H1743","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1743","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":753905,"bill_number":"H1684","title":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","description":"Relative to injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3849","last_action_date":"2015-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1684","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753906,"bill_number":"H2908","title":"Relative to voluntary towing","description":"Relative to the certification and regulation by the Department of Public Utilities of persons engaged in the consensual and voluntary towing of motor vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2908","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753907,"bill_number":"H2682","title":"Relative to the Thames River Valley","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola that certain monies paid by the State of Connecticut for reimbursement of tax losses be distributed to the towns of Brimfield, Charlton, Holland, Southbridge, Sturbridge, Dudley and Oxford. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2682","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753908,"bill_number":"H2776","title":"Relative to thresholds for mandated use of the designer selection law","description":"Relative to contracts for design services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2776","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753909,"bill_number":"H2677","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2677","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753910,"bill_number":"H2788","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2788","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":753911,"bill_number":"H2241","title":"Relative to the death of judges in the performance of their duties and survivors benefits","description":"Relative to the death of judges in the performance of their duties and survivors benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2241","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753912,"bill_number":"H2201","title":"Relative to employees of the Pension Reserves Investment Management Board","description":"For legislation to provide retirement benefits for employees of the Pension Reserves Investment Management Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2201","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":753913,"bill_number":"H2113","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2113","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753914,"bill_number":"H2475","title":"Relative to bundled cellular telephone transactions","description":"Relative to the sales tax on mobile telecommunications devices. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2475","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":753915,"bill_number":"H1892","title":"Relative to naturopathic medicine coverage","description":"Relative to naturopathic medicine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1892","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":753916,"bill_number":"H2555","title":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax","description":"Relative to exempting municipalities from the gas tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2555","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753917,"bill_number":"H2883","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2883","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753918,"bill_number":"H3052","title":"Protecting Massachusetts drivers","description":"For legislation to expand the “move over law”, so-called, to include vehicles operated by civilians. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3052","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753919,"bill_number":"H2147","title":"Requiring the use of helmets for equine riders and drivers","description":"For legislation to require the use of helmets for horseback riders and drivers of horse-drawn wagons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4510","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2147","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":753920,"bill_number":"H1946","title":"Relative to the implementation of a statewide Type 2 diabetes prevention program","description":"For legislation to establish a statewide program to promote the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of type 2 diabetes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3871","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1946","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753921,"bill_number":"H2836","title":"Relative to public participation in the sale of public property","description":"Relative to public participation in the sale of public property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4240","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2836","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":753922,"bill_number":"H2233","title":"Relative to the payment of an agency service fee","description":"Relative to the payment of collective bargaining agency service fees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2233","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753923,"bill_number":"H2204","title":"Relative to a service based retirement option for Group 1 and Group 2 career employees","description":"Relative to a service-based retirement option for Group 1 and Group 2 employees with 30 or more years of service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2204","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":753924,"bill_number":"H2345","title":"Relative to creditable service for public safety officers","description":"Relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for certain public safety officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2345","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753925,"bill_number":"H2671","title":"Relative to using capital gain income for one-time capital expenditures","description":"Relative to establishing a one-time capital expenditure fund with capital gains revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2671","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753926,"bill_number":"H1832","title":"Providing for employment contracts for appointed municipal assessors, treasurers and collectors","description":"Relative to contracts for town assessors, treasurers and collectors. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 431 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1832","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":753927,"bill_number":"H2263","title":"To require restroom breaks for public transit","description":"For legislation to mandate restroom breaks for public transit employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2263","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":753928,"bill_number":"H2328","title":"Relative to expenses incurred in defense against denials of Chapter 41 111F benefits","description":"Relative to expenses incurred in defense against denial of benefits by incapacitated employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2328","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753929,"bill_number":"H2458","title":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","description":"Relative to the schedule for payment of estimated corporate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4027","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2458","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":753930,"bill_number":"H2968","title":"Relative to school zones","description":"Relative to motor vehicle speed limits in school zones. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2968","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":753931,"bill_number":"H2232","title":"Authorizing retirement incentives for certain career employees","description":"For legislation to provide retirement incentives for certain career public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2232","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":753932,"bill_number":"H2668","title":"To support educational opportunity for all","description":"By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition of Denise Provost and others for the imposition of a tax on certain private institutions of higher learning for the purpose of establishing a separate fund to be known as the educational opportunity for all trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2668","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753933,"bill_number":"H1961","title":"To benefit the Health Safety Net Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to increase funding for the Health Safety Net Trust Fund. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1961","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":753934,"bill_number":"H2693","title":"Allowing PILOT payments to municipalities","description":"Relative to providing reimbursements to towns for nonprofits exempt from property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2693","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753935,"bill_number":"H2871","title":"Relative to gas leak repairs during road projects","description":"Relative to gas leak repairs during road projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1767","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2871","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":753936,"bill_number":"H3032","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3032","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":753937,"bill_number":"H2136","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2136","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":753938,"bill_number":"H2875","title":"To increase recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the definition of “beverage” and the redemption of containers under the bottle law, so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2875","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753939,"bill_number":"H3176","title":"Returning the payment of bonuses to soldiers during the Persian Gulf War to the Treasurer's office","description":"Relative to returning the funding for 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3176","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753940,"bill_number":"H2175","title":"Relative to the lawful sale of handguns","description":"Relative to the lawful sale of guns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2175","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":753941,"bill_number":"H1829","title":"Establishing a community safe school fund","description":"By Mr. Calter of Kingston, a petition of Thomas J. Calter and others that cities and towns be authorized to establish community safe school funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1829","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":753942,"bill_number":"H2564","title":"Establishing an ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation to establish a sales tax holiday for certain “Energy Star” products, so-called. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2564","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753944,"bill_number":"H1987","title":"Relative to medical equipment suppliers","description":"Relative to medical equipment suppliers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1987","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":753945,"bill_number":"H2358","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts State Police and creditable service","description":"For legislation to provide creditable service for retirement purpose to members of the state police for certain service in another state. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2358","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753946,"bill_number":"H2985","title":"Relative to safe driving","description":"Relative to junior operator’s licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2985","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":753947,"bill_number":"H2766","title":"Relative to agency credit cards","description":"For legislation to direct the State Auditor to conduct annual audits of credit cards issued on behalf of state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2766","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753948,"bill_number":"H2915","title":"Providing discretion to municipal light boards","description":"Relative to allowing line workers to work on certain high voltage live wires, electrical equipment and other energized conductors. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2915","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753949,"bill_number":"H2102","title":"Relative to mental illness and firearms","description":"For legislation to establish a firearms and mental health fitness information registry within the Department of Criminal Justice Information Services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2102","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":753950,"bill_number":"H2853","title":"Relative to hydrokinetic energy","description":"Relative to green energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2853","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":753951,"bill_number":"H2730","title":"Relative to government publications","description":"Relative to the literacy level of government publications. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2730","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":753952,"bill_number":"H3172","title":"To establish a special commission to study the services and support of military veterans","description":"Relative to the services and support provided to veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3172","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753953,"bill_number":"H1808","title":"Relative to behavioral health access","description":"Relative to access to behavioral health services for persons enrolled in MassHealth public health insurance programs. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1808","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753954,"bill_number":"H2366","title":"Relative to pension reform","description":"Relative to the calculation of retirement allowances for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2366","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":753955,"bill_number":"H2844","title":"Relative to the uniform procurement act","description":"Relative to the uniform procurement law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2844","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":753956,"bill_number":"H1763","title":"Amending the independent contractor statute","description":"Relative to properly classifying an individual as an employee. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1763","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":753957,"bill_number":"H2037","title":"Relative to reprogrammed human skin cells for embryonic stem cell research","description":"Relative to the use of human skin cells in certain scientific research. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2037","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753958,"bill_number":"H3104","title":"To establish driver education and training reform","description":"For legislation to establish driver education and training reform. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3104","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":753959,"bill_number":"H2795","title":"Officially making the month of March multiple system atrophy awareness month","description":"By Mr. Muradian of Grafton, a petition of David K. Muradian, Jr., and others 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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2795","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":753960,"bill_number":"H1778","title":"Relative to the exemption of state income tax for low wage workers","description":"Relative to the exemption from the state income tax for low wage workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1778","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":753961,"bill_number":"H2607","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"Relative to providing 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3770","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2607","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":753962,"bill_number":"H2006","title":"Relative to the safe treatment of pain","description":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture for the treatment of certain pain. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2352","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2006","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":753963,"bill_number":"H3072","title":"Protecting bicyclists in bicycle lanes","description":"For legislation to protect bicyclists in bicycle lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 456 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3072","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":753964,"bill_number":"H3108","title":"An act exempting veterans from paying tolls","description":"For legislation to exempt private passenger vehicles registered to veterans from certain tolls. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3108","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":753965,"bill_number":"H2198","title":"Relative to injured correctional officers","description":"Relative to the compensation paid to injured correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2198","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":753966,"bill_number":"H2254","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Thomas Famulari","description":"Relative to directing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Thomas Famulari. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2254","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":753967,"bill_number":"H2541","title":"Providing for a workforce housing financing plan","description":"For legislation to implement workforce housing special tax assessment plans in cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4211","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2541","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":753968,"bill_number":"H1815","title":"Providing opportunity for youth with substance abuse needs","description":"Relative to youth substance abuse needs. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1815","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":753970,"bill_number":"H2793","title":"Designating Domestic Workers’ Rights Day","description":"For legislation to designate June sixteenth as domestic workers’ rights day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2793","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":753971,"bill_number":"H1967","title":"Including Krabbe Disease in newborn screening","description":"For legislation to require the screening of newborns for Krabbe Disease and other lysomal storage disorders. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1967","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":753972,"bill_number":"H2718","title":"To name the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal","description":"For legislation to designate the clean energy technology center in the city of New Bedford as the New Bedford marine commerce terminal. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1692","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2718","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":753973,"bill_number":"H1866","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1866/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1866","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753974,"bill_number":"H2981","title":"Relative to special regulations for vehicle specific checkpoints","description":"Relative to motor vehicle safety checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2981","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":753975,"bill_number":"H3099","title":"Relative to a license plate replacement program","description":"Relative to a license plate replacement program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3099","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":753976,"bill_number":"H2043","title":"To establish a division of indoor environments within the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a division of indoor environments within the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2043","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":753977,"bill_number":"H1941","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others that the Department of Public Health be directed to implement a food labeling program for commercially caught, landed and sold saltwater fish. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4065","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1941","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":753978,"bill_number":"H2526","title":"Repealing the property tax exemption for Massport lessees","description":"Relative to repealing property tax exemptions for certain lessees of Massachusetts Port Authority property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2526","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":753979,"bill_number":"H2195","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2195","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":753980,"bill_number":"H2845","title":"Relative to the distribution of the conflict of interest law","description":"Relative to publications provided by the State Ethics Commission to county and municipal employees concerning conduct of public officials and employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2845","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":753981,"bill_number":"H2379","title":"To allow all active duty military personnel to purchase military service time","description":"For legislation to authorize active duty military personnel to purchase military service time. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2379","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":753982,"bill_number":"H2149","title":"Relative to senior gun owner equity","description":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2149","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":753983,"bill_number":"H2056","title":"Providing for the establishment and operation of a cancer drug repository program","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of John W. Scibak and Benjamin Swan 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2056","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":753984,"bill_number":"H3067","title":"Relative to safe driving in school speed zones","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle within school zones. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3067","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":753985,"bill_number":"H1725","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relative to independent contractors. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1725","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":753986,"bill_number":"H2012","title":"Relative to defining surgery","description":"For legislation to further define the term “surgery”. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2012","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":753987,"bill_number":"H2993","title":"Relative to veteran registration plates","description":"Relative to the issuance of distinctive license plates for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2993","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":753988,"bill_number":"H1790","title":"Relative to safe in-patient alcoholism or substance abuse treatment","description":"Relative to safe in-patient alcoholism or substance abuse treatment locations. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1790","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":753989,"bill_number":"H1940","title":"Establishing a reporting system for drug overdoses","description":"For legislation to establish a reporting system for drug overdoses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1940","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":753990,"bill_number":"H2417","title":"Relative to National Guard benefits","description":"Relative to providing retirement eligibility for members of the National Guard. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2417","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":753991,"bill_number":"H2488","title":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills","description":"Relative to information included with municipal tax bills. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2488","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":753992,"bill_number":"H2270","title":"Directing the State Board of Retirement to grant certain retirement benefits","description":"Relative to directing the State Retirement Board to pay a certain retirement benefit to Virginia Wise, the surviving spouse of Raymond Wise, an officer of the Bridgewater State College Police Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2270","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":753993,"bill_number":"H2951","title":"Relative to split-screen technology","description":"For legislation to prohibit the display of television broadcasts and other video images while operating a motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2951","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":753994,"bill_number":"H2665","title":"Relative to the refund of sales tax upon return of merchandise","description":"Relative to the refunding of sales taxes on certain purchases. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2665","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":753995,"bill_number":"H1780","title":"Clarifying the Payment of Wages","description":"Relative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1780","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":753996,"bill_number":"H2893","title":"Relative to the authority of the Attorney General","description":"Relative to the authority of the Attorney General in reviewing certain applications that seek to increase the supply of gas and other non-renewable energy resources available in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2893","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":753997,"bill_number":"H2067","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4414","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2067","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":753998,"bill_number":"H2308","title":"Relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters","description":"Relative to death benefits for surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2308","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":753999,"bill_number":"H2267","title":"Relative to restoration to service","description":"Relative to the restoration to service of certain public employees retired for disability. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2267","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":754000,"bill_number":"H2865","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2865","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":754001,"bill_number":"H2629","title":"Relative to the senior citizen circuit breaker","description":"For legislation to include home heating costs in the calculation of tax credits for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2629","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":754002,"bill_number":"H2528","title":"Relative to the taxation of unearned income","description":"Relative to the taxation of unearned income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2528","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":754003,"bill_number":"H1935","title":"Relative to electronic prescribing of opiates and other controlled substances","description":"Relative to the electronic prescribing of opiates and other controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1935","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":754004,"bill_number":"H2685","title":"Relative to promoting small business competitiveness","description":"Relative to promoting small business competitiveness by reducing the tax on certain sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2685","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":754005,"bill_number":"H2042","title":"Relative to improving asthma in schools","description":"Relative to improving environmental conditions to reduce asthma in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4414","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2042","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":754006,"bill_number":"H2946","title":"Relative to increasing the fines and penalties for texting and driving","description":"For legislation to increase the fines and penalties for texting while driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2946","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754007,"bill_number":"H2716","title":"Further regulating access to public records","description":"Relative to access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2716","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":754008,"bill_number":"H2614","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2614","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":754009,"bill_number":"H1831","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1831","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":754010,"bill_number":"H1723","title":"Relative to a study of the economic impact of the increased minimum wage","description":"Relative to a study of the economic impact of the increased minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1723","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754011,"bill_number":"H1819","title":"To require equitable payment from the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide that network hospitals be compensated for behavioral health services to certain MassHealth patients. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1819","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":754012,"bill_number":"H3005","title":"To ensure pedestrian safety on traffic islands","description":"Relative to further regulating solicitation from vehicles on public ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3005","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":754013,"bill_number":"H2114","title":"Relative to the updating of fire safety laws in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the updating of fire safety laws in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1322","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2114","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":754014,"bill_number":"H1721","title":"Extending protections to employees of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to evaluating injury and illness data and establishing safety and health measures to protect employees of the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1721","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":754015,"bill_number":"H2909","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1766","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2909","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":754016,"bill_number":"H2808","title":"Relative to default insurance programs for certain public construction projects","description":"Relative to default insurance programs for certain public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2808","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":754017,"bill_number":"H2886","title":"Relative to further reducing 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2886","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754018,"bill_number":"H2935","title":"Relative to junior operator’s licenses","description":"Relative to junior operator’s licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2935","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754019,"bill_number":"H2168","title":"Relative to elevator inspection fee waiver for non-profits","description":"Relative to elevator inspection fee waivers for non-profit organizations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2168","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":754020,"bill_number":"H2551","title":"Relative to a 2016 sales tax holiday","description":"Relative to providing sales tax holidays, so-called, on the dates of August 13 and 14, 2016. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2551","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754021,"bill_number":"H2363","title":"Relative to retirement groups","description":"For legislation to include fire alarm division employees in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2363","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":754022,"bill_number":"H3039","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension record privacy. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-08-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3039","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":754023,"bill_number":"H2178","title":"Relative to fire safety in buildings owned or operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to fire safety in buildings owned or operated by the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2178","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":754024,"bill_number":"H1752","title":"Relative to Sunday wages","description":"Relative to wages paid to employees for work on certain Sundays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1752","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":754025,"bill_number":"H2298","title":"Designating certain employees of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to place highway and street construction workers in the Department of Transportation in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2298","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754026,"bill_number":"H2354","title":"Allowing additional compensation of an assistant municipal collector or assistant treasurer upon certification","description":"For legislation to provide additional compensation for assistant municipal collectors and assistant treasurers upon certification. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2354","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754027,"bill_number":"H2290","title":"Relative to a polygraph testing for police officer applicants","description":"For legislation to prohibit mandatory polygraph testing for persons applying to become police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2290","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":754028,"bill_number":"H1810","title":"Relative to behavioral health telemedicine","description":"For legislation to mandate coverage for telemedicine behavioral health services in circumstances when office visits are not practical. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1810","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":754029,"bill_number":"H2560","title":"Relative to the gradual elimination of the inventory tax","description":"Relative to the calculation of the inventory tax on certain corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2560","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754030,"bill_number":"H2623","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, so-called, and hybrid motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2623","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":754031,"bill_number":"H65","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-03-11","last_action":"Reported by H3333","last_action_date":"2015-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H65/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H65","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":754032,"bill_number":"H2839","title":"Designating the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Purple Heart State","description":"Relative to the annual recognition of August 7th as Purple Heart day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2839","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":754033,"bill_number":"H2180","title":"Relative to kayak safety","description":"Relative to kayak safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2180","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754034,"bill_number":"H2001","title":"Relative to home health and hospice aides","description":"Relative to home health and hospice aides. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4067","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2001","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":754035,"bill_number":"H2947","title":"Relative to providing improved access to taxicabs for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide improved access to taxicabs for persons with disabilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2947","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754036,"bill_number":"H2315","title":"Relative to requiring a civil service exam in the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Housing and Community Development","description":"Relative to requiring civil service examinations for certain positions in the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Housing and Community Development. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2315","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":754037,"bill_number":"H2679","title":"To promote water conservation","description":"By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of Paul A. Schmid III, Alan Silvia and Carole A. Fiola that the Department of Revenue, in consultation with the Department of Agricultural Resources, be directed to provide an income tax deduction for the purchases of certain water conserving plants and items. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2679","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":754038,"bill_number":"H2697","title":"Relative to sales tax exemption for the sale of art","description":"Relative to sales tax exemptions for certain works of art. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2697","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754039,"bill_number":"H2494","title":"Relative to Consumer Protection With Regard to Pipeline Tariffs","description":"Relative to taxes levied on residents for the purpose of funding a natural gas pipeline. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2494","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":754040,"bill_number":"H2868","title":"Relative to utilities, smart meters, and ratepayers’ rights","description":"Relative to utility meters and the rights of utility ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2868","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":754041,"bill_number":"H3137","title":"Relative to tuition and fee waivers for armed forces reserves","description":"Relative to tuition and fee waivers for reserve members of the armed forces. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3137","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":754042,"bill_number":"H1779","title":"To Clarify the Personnel Records Statute","description":"Relative to personnel record notifications. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1779","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":754043,"bill_number":"H3127","title":"For a U.S. Constitutional Amendment and Amendments Convention","description":"By Representative Atkins of Concord and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition of Cory Atkins, James B. Eldridge 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3127","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":754044,"bill_number":"H2199","title":"Relative to retirement systems and pension calculations","description":"For legislation to establish a maximum salary in calculating retirement benefits for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2199","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754045,"bill_number":"H2876","title":"Authorizing borrowing by cities and towns at zero percent from the Commonwealth for green energy sources","description":"For legislation to authorize 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2876","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":754046,"bill_number":"H2031","title":"Increasing nuclear power plant protections to a fifty 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2031","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":754047,"bill_number":"H2340","title":"Relative to alternative dispute resolution for state police officers","description":"Relative to alternative dispute resolution for state police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2340","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":754048,"bill_number":"H2093","title":"Relative to alien firearm licensing","description":"Relative to alien firearm licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2093","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":754049,"bill_number":"H2537","title":"Relative to uniformity in supplemental real estate taxes","description":"Relative to uniformity in supplemental real estate taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4032","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2537","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":754050,"bill_number":"H2368","title":"To study the modernization of retirement systems for future state employees","description":"Relative to the feasibility of replacing the defined benefit pension plan for public employees with a defined contribution plan for future employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2368","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":754051,"bill_number":"H2063","title":"Relative to the manufacture or sale of personal care products and over-the-counter drugs containing microbeads","description":"Relative to the manufacture or sale of personal care products and over-the-counter drugs containing microbeads. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1934","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2063","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754052,"bill_number":"H2963","title":"Establishing distinctive registration motor vehicle plates for Massachusetts Fallen Heroes","description":"By Mr. Collins of Boston, a petition of Nick Collins and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue distinctive motor vehicle registration plates honoring Massachusetts Fallen Heroes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2963","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":754053,"bill_number":"H2097","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2097","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754054,"bill_number":"H2739","title":"Designating the Massachusetts Hospital School as the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children","description":"Relative to designating the Massachusetts Hospital School as the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2739","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":754055,"bill_number":"H2372","title":"Creating a commission to study the feasibility of divestment of fossil fuels from the Commonwealth's pension systems","description":"Relative to public investments in fossil fuels. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2372","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":754056,"bill_number":"H2176","title":"Relative to firearms and recreational vehicles","description":"Relative to carrying a firearm while on a recreational vehicle. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2176","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754057,"bill_number":"H2708","title":"Relative to personal service contracts","description":"Relative to personal service contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2708","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754058,"bill_number":"H3093","title":"Relative to expanding the fee exemption for renewing a license to carry to include veterans","description":"Relative to license renewal exemptions for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3093","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":754059,"bill_number":"H1812","title":"To promote accessibility and affordability of behavioral health and substance abuse services for recipients of MassHealth","description":"For legislation to promote accessibility and affordability of behavioral health and substance abuse services for recipients of MassHealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1812","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":754060,"bill_number":"H2638","title":"Relative to recovering tax revenue lost to neighboring states","description":"For legislation to remove certain excise tax restrictions on cost and sale terms in retail cigarette sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2638","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":754061,"bill_number":"H2134","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2134","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":754062,"bill_number":"H2591","title":"To insure fair taxation of affordable housing","description":"Relative to the classification of real property for purposes of taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2591","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":754063,"bill_number":"H2897","title":"Relative to recovery","description":"Relative to reimbursable expenses for the towing of commercial and non-commercial vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2897","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":754064,"bill_number":"H2791","title":"Declaring March the 26th as First Responders Day","description":"Relative to establishing first responders day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4161","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2791","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":754065,"bill_number":"H2239","title":"Designating certain employees to be in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system","description":"For legislation to classify municipal employees certified as operators of wastewater or drinking water facilities in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2239","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754066,"bill_number":"H1855","title":"Relative to parking advancements for the revitalization of communities (PARC)","description":"Relative to parking advancements and the establishment of parking benefit districts in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1855","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":754067,"bill_number":"H2957","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, bridges and amenities in municipalities","description":"For legislation to ensure the proper maintenance of roads, bridges and other amenities that are privately owned. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2957","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":754068,"bill_number":"H2741","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2741","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754069,"bill_number":"H3003","title":"Relative to contract assistance for Central Artery debt of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to contract assistance for Central Artery debt of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3003","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754070,"bill_number":"H2412","title":"Relative to clarifying the application of the heart bill","description":"By Mr. Smola of Warren, a petition of Todd M. Smola that police officers of the Office of Environmental Law Enforcement be included under the “heart law”, so-called. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2412","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754071,"bill_number":"H2952","title":"To waive motor vehicle registration fees on a primary passenger vehicle for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to exempt disabled veterans from motor vehicle registration fees on primary passenger vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2952","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754072,"bill_number":"H1990","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1990","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":754073,"bill_number":"H3077","title":"Relative to the requirements for distinctive registration plates","description":"Relative to the requirements for distinctive registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3077","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":754074,"bill_number":"H3095","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation to authorize the installation and operation of digital video violation detection monitoring systems to detect drivers failing to stop for school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3095","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754075,"bill_number":"H2792","title":"Designating the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway as the official organic public park of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to designating the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway as the official organic public park of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2792","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":754076,"bill_number":"H2482","title":"Relative to marine vessels","description":"Relative to the excise tax on marine vessels. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2150","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2482","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":754077,"bill_number":"H2424","title":"To amend the retirement benefits for certain employees of the department of youth services","description":"By Mr. Toomey of Cambridge, a petition of Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., that youth service program officers of the Department of Youth Services be placed in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2424","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":754078,"bill_number":"H3041","title":"Establishing mileage based numbering for exits along interstate highways","description":"For legislation to establish mileage-based numbering for exits along interstate highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3041/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3041","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":754079,"bill_number":"H1710","title":"Relative to clarifying the reporting of record keeping requirements","description":"For legislation to further define the term “negatively affect” as relates to personnel records. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1710","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":754080,"bill_number":"H1918","title":"Relative to medical peer review","description":"Relative to medical peer review. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1918","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":754081,"bill_number":"H1951","title":"Relative to local Boards of Health and the sale of legal tobacco products in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prohibit local boards of health from banning the sale of tobacco products sold legally in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1951","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":754082,"bill_number":"H3089","title":"Relative to the use of liquid calcium chloride on state highways","description":"Relative to the use of liquid calcium chloride on state highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3089","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754083,"bill_number":"H2878","title":"Improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"Relative to the installation of new permanent outdoor lighting fixtures and the cost of operating such fixtures. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2159","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2878","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754084,"bill_number":"H2870","title":"Relative to protecting consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas","description":"Relative to protecting consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2870","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":754085,"bill_number":"H1712","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1712","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":754086,"bill_number":"H2737","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislation to establish an innovative communities program within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1970","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2737","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":754087,"bill_number":"H2049","title":"Relative to lead abatement","description":"Relative to the impact of lead exposure on children. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2049","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":754088,"bill_number":"H1751","title":"Establishing a minimum training wage","description":"Relative to establishing a minimum training wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1751","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":754089,"bill_number":"H2133","title":"Relative to vertical reciprocating conveyors","description":"Relative to elevator, escalator and moving walk safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2163","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2133","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":754090,"bill_number":"H2156","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2156","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":754091,"bill_number":"H2692","title":"An act 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2692","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754092,"bill_number":"H2286","title":"Relative to line-of-duty death and survivor benefits","description":"Relative to line-of-duty death and survivor benefits for police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2286","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":754093,"bill_number":"H2044","title":"Promoting radon testing","description":"By Mr. Rogers of Cambridge, a petition of David M. Rogers and others that the Department of Public Health be directed to promulgate regulations requiring that certain child care programs undergo routine radon testing. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2044","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":754094,"bill_number":"H2744","title":"Providing for a highway buffer zone in the town of Needham","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Needham to be used for a highway buffer zone. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2744","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":754095,"bill_number":"H1729","title":"Requiring registration at one stop career centers","description":"For legislation to require persons receiving unemployment insurance to register and receive orientation at a one-stop career center. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1729","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":754096,"bill_number":"H3102","title":"Relative to automatic license plate readers","description":"Relative to automatic license plate readers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4322","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3102","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754097,"bill_number":"H2937","title":"Relative to the Lance Corporal Andrew J. Zabierek Memorial Bridge in the town of Chelmsford","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Chelmsford as the Lance Corporal Andrew J. Zabierek memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2937","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754098,"bill_number":"H2022","title":"Relative to the safe disposal of prescription drugs","description":"For legislation to require pharmacies to provide receptacles for the disposal of prescription drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2022","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":754099,"bill_number":"H2305","title":"Providing for binding arbitration for fire fighters and police officers","description":"Relative to providing binding arbitration for firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2305","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":754100,"bill_number":"H2848","title":"Clarifying certain utility assessments","description":"Relative to clarifying certain utility assessments. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2848","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":754101,"bill_number":"H3008","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation to include the towns of Belmont and Watertown in the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3008","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":754102,"bill_number":"H1732","title":"Providing a Safe Harbor for Contractors of Services","description":"Relative to the designation of certain persons contracted for services as employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1732","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":754103,"bill_number":"H2148","title":"Relative to the recovery of emergency response costs","description":"Relative to the recovery of emergency response costs for search and rescue operations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2148","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754104,"bill_number":"H2288","title":"Relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission Board","description":"Relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission Board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2288","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":754105,"bill_number":"H2620","title":"Creating a tax exemption for college savings plan contributions","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax exemption for certain college savings plan contributions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2620","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":754106,"bill_number":"H2849","title":"Relative to utility data transparency and access","description":"Relative to utility data transparency and access. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1778","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2849","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754107,"bill_number":"H3012","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3012","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":754108,"bill_number":"H2197","title":"To promote school safety","description":"For legislation to authorize licensed, qualified retired law enforcement officers to carry firearms on the grounds of any elementary school, secondary school, college or university. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2197","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":754109,"bill_number":"H2660","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2660","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":754110,"bill_number":"H2418","title":"Expanding creditable service benefits to veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States","description":"Relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2418","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":754111,"bill_number":"H1993","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1993","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":754112,"bill_number":"H2041","title":"Recognizing pharmacists as healthcare providers","description":"For legislation to authorize pharmacists to perform certain medical procedures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2041/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2041","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":754113,"bill_number":"H2236","title":"Relative to expenses incurred in defense against unfair labor practices","description":"Relative to expenses incurred in defending against unfair labor practices. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2236","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754114,"bill_number":"H3066","title":"Relative to lights for ambulances, fire apparatus and law enforcement vehicles","description":"Relative to lights for ambulances, fire apparatus and law enforcement vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3066","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":754115,"bill_number":"H3007","title":"Designating a portion of Route 3 as the Middlesex 3 highway","description":"For legislation to designate a portion of State Highway Route 3 North from the town of Arlington to the town of Westford as the Middlesex 3 Highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-10-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3007","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":754116,"bill_number":"H3103","title":"To establish a democracy fund","description":"Relative to authorizing the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue a democracy in action distinctive license plate. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3103","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":754117,"bill_number":"H2301","title":"Relative to Commonwealth employees taking public higher education courses","description":"Relative to tuition payments for certain employees of the Commonwealth taking public higher education courses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2301","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754118,"bill_number":"H2872","title":"Concerning transparency and accountability of public funds used for wind and solar projects","description":"Relative to the accountability of public funds used for wind and solar projects contained on the web site maintained by the Mass Clean Energy Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2872","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":754119,"bill_number":"H2020","title":"Creating public education zones near nuclear facilities","description":"For legislation to create public education zones near nuclear facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2020","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":754120,"bill_number":"H2830","title":"Relative to the Establishment of a Historical Preservation Fund","description":"Relative to the establishment of a historical preservation fund. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2830","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":754121,"bill_number":"H1795","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"Relative to the determination of medically necessary services for mental health treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1795","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":754122,"bill_number":"H2936","title":"Relative to non-existent lien holder of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue new titles on vehicles that lien holders on an existing title have proven to be no longer in existence. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2936","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754123,"bill_number":"H2250","title":"To clarify leave under Chapter 41: 111F","description":"Relative to leave with pay for incapacitated officers and employees of cities, towns and districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2250","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":754124,"bill_number":"H2579","title":"Relative to protecting the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to a review of existing staffing levels of environmental police officers in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4634","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2579","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":754125,"bill_number":"H2794","title":"Relative to restricted vital records","description":"Relative to removing certain accessibility restrictions on public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2794","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":754126,"bill_number":"H2689","title":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue","description":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3961","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2689","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754127,"bill_number":"H3017","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters","description":"Relative to distinctive registration plates for firefighters. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3017","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":754128,"bill_number":"H1771","title":"Addressing workplace bullying, mobbing, and harassment, without regard to protected class status","description":"For legislation to address workplace bullying, mobbing and harrassment without regard to protected class status. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1771","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":754129,"bill_number":"H2721","title":"Redefining executive and legislative agents","description":"Relative to executive and legislative agents. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2721","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754130,"bill_number":"H2264","title":"Establishing a special police force in the town of Duxbury","description":"That the town of Duxbury be authorized to appoint special police officers in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2264","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":754131,"bill_number":"H2396","title":"Pertaining to firefighter disability","description":"For legislation to establish the Robert T. Kilduff firefighters cancer network. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2396","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":754132,"bill_number":"H1683","title":"Relative to Seasonal Employment","description":"Relative to overtime pay for amusement park employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1683","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":754133,"bill_number":"H2089","title":"Relative to enhanced fire protection in new one and two family dwellings","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to require automatic sprinkler protection systems in certain housing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2089","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":754134,"bill_number":"H3123","title":"Relative to motorist safety from commercial vehicles","description":"Relative to the operation of certain commercial vehicles with an accumulation of snow or ice. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3123","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":754135,"bill_number":"H2812","title":"An act establishing a special secretary to reduce and prevent homelessness and increase economic mobility","description":"For legislation to establish an executive office of interagency coordination to reduce and prevent homelessness. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2812","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":754136,"bill_number":"H2116","title":"Relative to the rights of persons licensed by the Department of Public Safety","description":"Relative to the rights of engineers, firemen or operators of hoisting machinery licensed by the Department of Public Safety. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2116","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":754137,"bill_number":"H3027","title":"Relative to motorist safety from commercial vehicles","description":"Relative to the operation of certain commercial vehicles with an accumulation of snow or ice. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3027","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":754138,"bill_number":"H1733","title":"To establish pay equity","description":"Relative to pay equity. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S983","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1733","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":754139,"bill_number":"H1878","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"Relative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H1835","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1878","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":754140,"bill_number":"H2317","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Housing and Community Development","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Housing and Community Development. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2317","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":754141,"bill_number":"H3101","title":"Clarifying the definition of commercial motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of commercial motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3101","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754142,"bill_number":"H1853","title":"Authorizing the Turners Falls Fire District to establish certain funds","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik and Stanley C. Rosenberg that the Turners Falls Fire District be authorized to establish certain funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 170 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1853","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754143,"bill_number":"H2519","title":"To provide an income tax exemption for certain individuals caring for elderly relatives","description":"Relativerelatives at home. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2519","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":754144,"bill_number":"H2291","title":"Defining performed services for correctional officers","description":"For legislation to further define “performed services” relative to work-related injuries for correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2291","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":754145,"bill_number":"H2525","title":"Relative to small scale commercial development for gateway cities","description":"Relative to providing tax incentives for small scale commercial development in gateway municipalities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2525","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":754146,"bill_number":"H2651","title":"Relative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts","description":"Relative to tax withholding for individual retirement accounts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2651","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":754147,"bill_number":"H3085","title":"Promoting Electric Vehicle Adoption","description":"For legislation to create incentives to promote the use of electric vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4282","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3085","sponsor":"Frank Smizik"},
{"bill_id":754148,"bill_number":"H2469","title":"To remove the film tax credit expiration date","description":"Relative to the expiration date of the film tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2469","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754149,"bill_number":"H2779","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1657","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2779","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":754150,"bill_number":"H2079","title":"Relative to healthy cosmetics","description":"For legislation to regulate the ingredients used in the manufacture of cosmetics. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2079","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":754151,"bill_number":"H2279","title":"To improve the civil service system","description":"Relative to civil service list revocations. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2279","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":754152,"bill_number":"H2218","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association","description":"Relative to the appointment of an executive director and assistant executive director to the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2218","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754153,"bill_number":"H1823","title":"Creating a special commission on applied behavior analysis","description":"Relative to the right to effective treatment and the use of applied behavior analysis and behavior modification procedures techniques. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1823","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754154,"bill_number":"H2567","title":"Relative to reductions in property tax liabilities","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition of Louis L. Kafka that cities and towns be authorized to create local rules and procedures allowing persons over the age of 60 to volunteer to provide services in exchange for a reduction in property tax obligations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2567","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":754155,"bill_number":"H2452","title":"To protect historic buildings from fire","description":"For legislation to establish a fire prevention tax credit for historic buildings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2452","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":754156,"bill_number":"H2726","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"Relative to state contracting for cleaning, maintenance or security guard services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2726","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":754157,"bill_number":"H2992","title":"Establishing an auction or online transfer for low number registration plates in the registry of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to direct the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to establish an auction for low number registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4280","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2992","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":754158,"bill_number":"H2575","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2575","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":754159,"bill_number":"H2389","title":"Relative to creditable service for school business administrators","description":"Relative to creditable service for school business administrators. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2389","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":754160,"bill_number":"H2740","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2740","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754161,"bill_number":"H3143","title":"Relative to payment of veteran’s benefits","description":"Relative to the payment of veterans’ benefits. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3143","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754162,"bill_number":"H1792","title":"Relative to creating a difficult to manage unit within the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to creating a difficult-to-manage unit within the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1792","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":754163,"bill_number":"H1871","title":"Relative to the South Essex Sewerage District in the city of Salem","description":"For legislation to increase sewerage district payments in the city of Salem. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1871","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":754164,"bill_number":"H3002","title":"Establishing a more equitable public transit fare structure","description":"Relative to the public transit fare structure. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3002","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754165,"bill_number":"H2098","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 Disorder. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2098","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754166,"bill_number":"H2782","title":"Establishing Massachusetts Farm-to-School Month and commending farm-to-school programs","description":"For legislation to designate the month of October as Farm to School Month in the Commonwealth and to strategize opportunities to spread farm-to-school programs statewide. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 267 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2782","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":754168,"bill_number":"H1917","title":"Relative to protecting senior health","description":"Relative to requiring hospitals to provide immunizations against the influenza virus to all inpatients 65 years of age and older upon discharge. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4687","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1917","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":754169,"bill_number":"H2582","title":"Amending the historic rehabilitation tax credit","description":"Relative to increasing the cap on the historic rehabilitation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2582","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":754170,"bill_number":"H2896","title":"Reducing the cost of solar power through increased competition","description":"Relative to implementing competitive bidding processes for solar power procurement and net metering facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2896","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":754171,"bill_number":"H3131","title":"Relative to veterans’ survivor benefits","description":"Relative to scholarship programs for children of veterans and public officers. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3131","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754172,"bill_number":"H2827","title":"Relative to the Secretary of State and ethics reform","description":"Relative to the powers of the Secretary of the Commonwealth regarding certain ethics laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2827","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754173,"bill_number":"H2605","title":"Relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes","description":"Relative to the process for collecting delinquent property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2192","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2605","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":754174,"bill_number":"H2355","title":"Relative to civil service","description":"For legislation to authorize municipal governing bodies to revoke the application of civil service laws to certain positions within said municipalities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2355","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754175,"bill_number":"H2905","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2905","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":754176,"bill_number":"H2702","title":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions","description":"Relative to motor vehicle excise tax exemptions for certain corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2702","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754177,"bill_number":"H1737","title":"Ensuring an adequate living wage","description":"For legislation to ensure the payment of at least a living wage to all employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1737","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":754178,"bill_number":"H2913","title":"Promoting transparency in wind generated electricity production","description":"For legislation to require certain wind turbine projects to report production statistics. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2913","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754179,"bill_number":"H2234","title":"Relative to collective bargaining rights","description":"Relative to the use of a certain salary escalator in lieu of collective bargaining agreements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2234","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754180,"bill_number":"H1874","title":"Extending certain permits","description":"Relative to extending certain zoning permits. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1874","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":754181,"bill_number":"H2259","title":"Relative to non-civil service lay off lists","description":"Relative to professional firefighters involuntarily separated from service. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2259","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":754182,"bill_number":"H1936","title":"Relative to noisome trades","description":"For legislation to include certain excavation and processing of earth products for construction purposes in the noisome prohibition public health law. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1936","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":754183,"bill_number":"H2750","title":"RELATIVE TO NONDISCRIMINATION","description":"For legislation to direct executive departments and agencies to develop, adhere to and update plans to address nondiscrimination in employment. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2750","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":754184,"bill_number":"H2806","title":"Relative to the use of audio or video recordings as minutes of public bodies","description":"Relative to the use of audio or video recordings as minutes of public bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2806","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":754185,"bill_number":"H2127","title":"Relative to regulating licensed pawnbrokers","description":"For legislation to further regulate licensed pawnbrokers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2127","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":754186,"bill_number":"H3178","title":"Creating a legislative budget office","description":"For legislation to establish a legislative budget office. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3178","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":754187,"bill_number":"H2926","title":"To Enhance Tourism at the State House","description":"Relative to enhancing tourism at the State House. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2926","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":754188,"bill_number":"H2026","title":"Relative to patient medical records","description":"Relative to patient notification prior to the destruction of medical records. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2026","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":754189,"bill_number":"H1934","title":"Relative to micro-bead free waters","description":"For legislation to ban plastic beads used in facial scrubs, shampoos and toothpastes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1934","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":754190,"bill_number":"H2416","title":"Defining the responsibilities of the labor relations commission in work stoppages","description":"For legislation to further define the responsibilities of the Labor Relations Commission relative to work stoppages. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2416","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":754191,"bill_number":"H2289","title":"Relative to the PRIM board","description":"Relative to state retirement and pensions. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3964","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2289","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":754192,"bill_number":"H3147","title":"Further supporting Massachusetts military families","description":"Relative to the Massachusetts Military Family Relief Fund. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3147","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":754193,"bill_number":"H1884","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4472","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1884","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":754194,"bill_number":"H2745","title":"Designating the 2nd Sunday in June annually as Massachusetts Race Amity Day","description":"Relative to the annual designation of the second Sunday in June as Massachusetts Race Amity Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 163 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2745","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":754195,"bill_number":"H2129","title":"Relative to penalties for false distress calls","description":"Relative to the penalties for false distress calls. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2129","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":754196,"bill_number":"H2784","title":"Declaring the second Monday in October as \"Italian-American Heritage Day\"","description":"For legislation to designate the second Monday in October as Italian-American heritage day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2784","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":754197,"bill_number":"H2568","title":"Relative to broadened eligibility for relief from disproportionate property tax burdens","description":"Relative to providing real estate tax relief for certain owners of residential property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3779","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2568","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":754198,"bill_number":"H2950","title":"Relative to pedestrian public safety","description":"Relative to increasing the fine for “jay walking”, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2950","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":754199,"bill_number":"H1895","title":"Maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information within health care oversight agencies","description":"Relative to maintaining confidentiality of proprietary information within health care oversight agencies. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4685","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1895","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754200,"bill_number":"H2815","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. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2815","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":754201,"bill_number":"H1973","title":"Relative to the modernization of optometric patient care","description":"Relative to the modernization of optometric patient care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1973","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":754202,"bill_number":"H2405","title":"Relative to the decrease by interchange of subsidiary accounts of employees in the state system of higher education","description":"For legislation to prohibit decreases in permanent position accounts by the state system of higher education for the purpose of contracting out services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2405","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":754203,"bill_number":"H2991","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of John V. Fernandes and others that the Registrar of Motor Vehicles be authorized to issue distinctive registration plates indicating support for the Boy Scouts of America on the occasion of their centennial anniversary. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2991","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":754204,"bill_number":"H2972","title":"To provide young drivers with more practical driving experience","description":"Relative to learner’s permits and junior operator’s licensing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2972","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":754205,"bill_number":"H2311","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System to grant creditable service to Thomas Richard Kinsky","description":"For legislation to direct the Teachers’ Retirement System to grant certain creditable service for retirement purposes to Thomas Richard Kinsky. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2311","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":754206,"bill_number":"H3064","title":"Prohibiting cell phone use in school zones","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle within school zones. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3064","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":754207,"bill_number":"H2161","title":"Relative to the safety of students","description":"Relative to the installation and wearing of safety belts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2161","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":754208,"bill_number":"H2930","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2930","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":754209,"bill_number":"H2353","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2353","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":754210,"bill_number":"H1974","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3700","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1974","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":754211,"bill_number":"H2183","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2183","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":754212,"bill_number":"H2515","title":"Relative to the modernization of the room occupancy excise","description":"Relative to the room occupancy excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2515","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754213,"bill_number":"H2885","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2885","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":754214,"bill_number":"H1814","title":"Regarding the rights of persons receiving services through the Department of Mental Health","description":"Relative to the rights of persons receiving services through the Department of Mental Health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1814","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":754215,"bill_number":"H2962","title":"Relative to the access of computer terminals by private detectives licensed by the Department of State Police","description":"For legislation to permit access to computer terminals of the Registry of Motor Vehicles by persons licensed by the Department of State Police to conduct criminal investigations for the Committee for Public Counsel Services. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2962","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":754216,"bill_number":"H1783","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination","description":"Relative to employment discrimination. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1783","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":754218,"bill_number":"H2377","title":"Relative to retiree healthcare reform","description":"Relative to the public employees’ retiree benefits system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2377","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":754219,"bill_number":"H2205","title":"Relative to residency","description":"Relative to the residency requirements of fire and police personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2205","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":754220,"bill_number":"H2817","title":"To promote cost savings through the use of public water","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of state funds to purchase bottled water. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2817","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":754221,"bill_number":"H3140","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3140","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":754222,"bill_number":"H2222","title":"Relative to Group Health Insurance Commission","description":"Relative to the monthly premium rate for the group health and medical insurance plan for employees of the Commonwealth. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2222","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754223,"bill_number":"H3181","title":"Relative to snow and ice removal","description":"For legislation to authorize the incurring of liability and expenditures in excess of available appropriations for snow and ice removal. Ways and Means.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3181","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":754224,"bill_number":"H2125","title":"Related to state fire code enforcement reporting","description":"For legislation to require that reports of state fire code violations be forwarded to the local marshal or head of the local fire department. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2125","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":754225,"bill_number":"H2171","title":"Relative to recreational vehicles","description":"By Mr. Puppolo of Springfield, a petition of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and Brian M. Ashe that the Registry of Motor Vehicles be directed to establish an educational safety program for recreational vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2171","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":754226,"bill_number":"H1860","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1860","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":754227,"bill_number":"H2256","title":"Relative to agency service fees","description":"Relative to the payment of fair share provisions of employees choosing not to join a union. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2256","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":754228,"bill_number":"H2586","title":"Relative to property tax assessment of condominiums","description":"Relative to property tax assessments for certain common areas and facilities in condominiums. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2586","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":754229,"bill_number":"H2841","title":"Relative to petition by city or town pursuant to home rule amendment","description":"Relative to local approvals of home rule petitions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2841","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":754230,"bill_number":"H2672","title":"Relative to the revenue to the stabilization fund","description":"Relative to the commitment of a certain percentage of revenue to the stabilization fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2672","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":754231,"bill_number":"H2578","title":"Relative to the taxation of machinery","description":"Relative to the taxation of farm machinery. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2578","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":754232,"bill_number":"H2919","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2919","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":754233,"bill_number":"H2082","title":"Promoting access to accurate medical information","description":"Relative to promoting access to accurate medical information. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2082","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754234,"bill_number":"H1776","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"Relative to persons performing job-related services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S992","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1776","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754235,"bill_number":"H3026","title":"Relative to improving passenger rail service between Springfield and Boston","description":"Relative to improving passenger rail service between Springfield and Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3026","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":754236,"bill_number":"H2506","title":"Relative to establishing a disaster emergency tax credit","description":"For legislation to establish a disaster emergency tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2506","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":754237,"bill_number":"H2468","title":"Relative to the senior circuit breaker tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the senior circuit breaker tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2468","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754238,"bill_number":"H2410","title":"Prohibiting the Commonwealth from discriminating against those providing special education services to Massachusetts students under the authority and direction of chapter 71B of the General Laws of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to grant public employee retirement rights to certain persons providing educational services to special need students. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S283","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2410","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754239,"bill_number":"H1865","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"For legislation to require owners of rented or foreclosed properties to check for abandoned animals. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1865","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":754240,"bill_number":"H2444","title":"Relative to the deduction of health insurance payments from gross income for self employed individuals","description":"Relative to providing a tax deduction of health insurance payments from gross income for self-employed individuals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2444","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754241,"bill_number":"H2939","title":"Allowing cities and towns the authority to issue temporary parking identification placards to the temporarily disabled","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and James M. Murphy that cities and towns be authorized to issue temporary placards for handicapped parking spaces. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2939","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754242,"bill_number":"H2181","title":"Prohibiting tethering, leashing, and other restraints of prisoners in work release programs","description":"For legislation to prohibit tethering, leashing and certain other methods for the restraining of prisoners participating in work release programs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2181","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":754243,"bill_number":"H2054","title":"Requiring disclosure of provider financial incentives","description":"Relative to requiring the disclosure of provider financial incentives in the dispensing of prescription drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2054","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754244,"bill_number":"H2654","title":"Eliminating the gasoline tax to state agencies and municipalities","description":"For legislation to exempt 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2654","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":754245,"bill_number":"H2802","title":"To improve transparency and access to the code of Massachusetts Regulations","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to research and assess opportunities to increase accessibility to the Code of Massachusetts Regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2767","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2802","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":754246,"bill_number":"H2539","title":"Relative to hotel rooms booked online","description":"Relative to the room occupancy excise tax on rooms booked online. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2539","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":754247,"bill_number":"H2455","title":"To encourage the remediation and redevelopment of properties in economically distressed areas","description":"Relative to taxpayer remediation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2455","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":754248,"bill_number":"H2057","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Project","description":"For legislation to establish an Alzheimer’s project in the Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1196","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2057","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754249,"bill_number":"H3045","title":"Establishing an emergency responder yellow dot program","description":"For legislation to direct the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to implement and regulate the Yellow Dot Program, so-called, to provide important medical information about occupants of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3024","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3045","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":754250,"bill_number":"H3097","title":"Relative to antique motor vehicle inspections","description":"Relative to exempting certain antique cars from the annual vehicle safety inspection program. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3097","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":754251,"bill_number":"H1881","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1881","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":754252,"bill_number":"H2000","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"Relative to the services provided by dental hygenists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2000","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":754253,"bill_number":"H1727","title":"Relative to the definition of an independent contractor","description":"Relative to the definition of an employee under the labor laws for certain persons performing services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1727","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754254,"bill_number":"H2453","title":"To Reduce Graduate Student Loan Debt","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax deduction for interest paid on certain graduate student loans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2453","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":754255,"bill_number":"H2989","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2989","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":754256,"bill_number":"H3126","title":"Relative to the cost of veteran higher education","description":"For legislation to provide a waiver of fees to veterans at public institutions of higher learning. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3126","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":754257,"bill_number":"H2121","title":"Relative to hidden compartments","description":"Relative to the penalties for the use or manufacture of hidden compartments for the purpose of transporting or distributing controlled substances. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2121","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":754258,"bill_number":"H2694","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2694","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754259,"bill_number":"H1688","title":"Relative to black Friday retail hours","description":"Relative to the hours of operation for stores and shops that sell goods at retail on certain holidays. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1688","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":754260,"bill_number":"H3046","title":"To establish public memorials","description":"Relative to the placing of memorial markers on public roadways to commemorate victims of fatal car crashes or vehicular homicides. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3046","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":754261,"bill_number":"H2285","title":"Relative to defining employees classified in Group 4","description":"For legislation to classify certain probation officers and court officers in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2285","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":754262,"bill_number":"H2498","title":"Freezing real property tax payments by elderly home-owners","description":"For legislation to prohibit increases in real property tax payments by elderly homeowners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2498","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":754263,"bill_number":"H3021","title":"Relative to the Ride Service of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For legislation to expand the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority “The Ride” services to communities within twenty-five miles of the city of Boston for medical purposes. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3021","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":754264,"bill_number":"H2696","title":"Relative to tax deductions for contributions to college savings plans","description":"For legislation to provide tax deductions for contributions to certain college savings plans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2696","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":754265,"bill_number":"H2425","title":"To amend retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits for certain employees of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2425","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":754266,"bill_number":"H2313","title":"Relative to certain Option B and Option C retirees","description":"Relative to increasing pension benefits for certain retired teachers and public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H2240","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2313","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":754268,"bill_number":"H2333","title":"Relative to public employees serving in the armed forces of the commonwealth or the armed forces of the United States","description":"Relative to the employment status of public employees serving in the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2333","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":754269,"bill_number":"H1705","title":"Relative to workers compensation coverage for officers of non-profit associations","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation coverage for officers of non-profit associations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1705","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":754270,"bill_number":"H2594","title":"Relative to the collection of personal property taxes","description":"Relative to the collection of personal property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2594","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":754271,"bill_number":"H2814","title":"An act relative to the disclosure of participation in the slave trade in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the disclosure of participation in the slave trade by companies under contract with the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2814","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":754272,"bill_number":"H2076","title":"To allow reasonable qualifying patient access to caregiver cultivation","description":"Relative to access to cannabis medicine. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2076","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":754273,"bill_number":"H1966","title":"Relative to changing tables in restaurants","description":"Relative to requiring certain restaurants to have designated diaper-changing areas. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1966","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":754274,"bill_number":"H2502","title":"Relative to the taxation of chapter lands","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of John V. Fernandes, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and Brian M. Ashe 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2502","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":754275,"bill_number":"H2643","title":"Clarifying certain property tax statutes","description":"Relative to property taxes on recreational, horticultural and agricultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2151","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2643","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":754276,"bill_number":"H1882","title":"Instructing the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to study the feasibility of absorbing oversight of all “memory care” assisted living facilities and units in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and others that the Department of Public Health be directed to study the feasibility of absorbing oversight of “memory care” assisted living facilities and units in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1882","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754277,"bill_number":"H2443","title":"Relative to providing tax processing and filing assistance for certain disabled veterans","description":"Relative to providing tax processing and filing assistance for certain disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2443","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":754278,"bill_number":"H2625","title":"Relative to gun safe deductions","description":"For legislation to provide an income tax deduction for purchases of gun safes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2625","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":754279,"bill_number":"H2487","title":"Relative to increasing economic development and business opportunity in the design and manufacture of video games through the use of tax credits","description":"Relative to income tax credits for the design and manufacture of video games. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2487","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":754280,"bill_number":"H1854","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1854","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":754281,"bill_number":"H2743","title":"To support transportation demand management","description":"Relative to outreach strategies to inform local commuters about construction-related impacts and the support of transportation demand management. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2743","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754282,"bill_number":"H3078","title":"Relative to responsible drivers","description":"For legislation to require student drivers to complete a course in supervised defensive driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3078/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3078","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":754283,"bill_number":"H2566","title":"Updating non-taxable medical supplies","description":"Relative to updating non-taxable medical supplies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2566","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":754284,"bill_number":"H2141","title":"Pertaining to public fire safety and professionalism","description":"For legislation to require a minimum of ten years experience for a firefighter to become chief of a fire department. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2141","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":754285,"bill_number":"H2158","title":"Relative to constitutional rights","description":"For legislation to prohibit local ordinances or laws regulating firearms and weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2158","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":754286,"bill_number":"H2013","title":"To improve health planning and public health","description":"Relative to public health planning, procedures and improvements. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2013","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":754287,"bill_number":"H1977","title":"To Create a Massachusetts Rare Disease Advisory Council","description":"For legislation to establish a rare disease advisory council. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1977","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":754288,"bill_number":"H2709","title":"Designating the last day of February as Rare Disease Day in the Commonwealth","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2709","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":754289,"bill_number":"H2214","title":"Relative to employees of the Pension Reserves Investment Management Board","description":"For legislation to make employees of the Pension Reserves Investment Management Board ineligible for public employee retirement benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2214","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":754290,"bill_number":"H2099","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"Relative to carbon monoxide and fire alarms in schools, residences and places of public assembly. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4103","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2099","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":754291,"bill_number":"H2330","title":"Relative to labor relations","description":"Relative to minimum staffing discussions in collective bargaining negotiations of municipal police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2330","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":754292,"bill_number":"H1707","title":"Providing benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the Worker's Compensation Act","description":"Relative to benefits for permanent functional loss and disfigurement under the workers’ compensation law. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S968","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1707","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":754293,"bill_number":"H2735","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2735","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":754294,"bill_number":"H1754","title":"Removing the Barrier to Self-Employment for Contractors of Services","description":"Relative to the payment of wages to self-employed contractors of services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1754","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":754295,"bill_number":"H2406","title":"To make provisional employees in the labor service permanent employees","description":"By Mr. Scaccia of Boston, a petition of Angelo M. Scaccia that provisional public employees in the labor service be granted permanent employment. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2406","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":754296,"bill_number":"H2053","title":"Expanding eligibility for the Massachusetts loan repayment program for dental providers","description":"Relative to expanding eligibility for certain dental providers to access the loan repayment program offered by the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2053","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":754297,"bill_number":"H2415","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts state retirement system","description":"For legislation to classify municipal police dispatchers and dispatch supervisors in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2415","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":754298,"bill_number":"H2873","title":"Relative to providing hearing and visual aids to deaf and blind viewers","description":"Relative to providing closed captioning options for the deaf and narration services for the blind. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2873","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":754299,"bill_number":"H2669","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2669","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":754300,"bill_number":"H2783","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2783","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":754301,"bill_number":"H2320","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 firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2320","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":754302,"bill_number":"H1996","title":"To remove the restrictions on the licenses of NP's and CRNA's as recommended by the Institute of Medicine and the Federal Trade Commission","description":"Relative to further regulating health care costs and the dispensing of controlled substances. Public Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1996","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":754303,"bill_number":"H2588","title":"Relative to the property tax classification of small businesses","description":"Relative to the property tax classification of small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2588","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":754304,"bill_number":"H1764","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1764","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":754305,"bill_number":"H1740","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":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1740","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":754306,"bill_number":"H1699","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relative to workers’ compensation for persons with permanent and total injuries. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3765","last_action_date":"2015-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1699","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":754307,"bill_number":"H2557","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the reduction of certain sales and use taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2557","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":754308,"bill_number":"H2280","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Massachusetts housing authority electricians","description":"For legislation to include licensed electricians employed at the Massachusetts housing authorities in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2280","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":754309,"bill_number":"H3054","title":"Relative to the move over law","description":"Relative to the safety or emergency vehicle “move over law”, so-called. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4244","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3054","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":754310,"bill_number":"H2572","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2572","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":754311,"bill_number":"H2451","title":"Relative to exempted accommodations","description":"Relative to the room occupancy tax exemption for certain accommodations provided by colleges or universities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4026","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2451","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":754312,"bill_number":"H2296","title":"Relative to certain state police retirement benefits","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain state police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2296","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":754313,"bill_number":"H2617","title":"Relative to the charitable donation of apparently wholesome food","description":"Relative to providing a tax credit for certain charitable contributions of wholesome food. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2617","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":754314,"bill_number":"H2243","title":"Relative to disability or death caused by contagious diseases, presumption","description":"Relative to creating a rebuttable presumption of job relatedness for certain public safety personnel suffering from disabling conditions caused by exposure to infectious diseases. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2243","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":754315,"bill_number":"H1842","title":"Reducing impervious surfaces","description":"Relative to municipal planning board regulations governing the reconstruction of certain local roadways. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1842","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":754316,"bill_number":"H2618","title":"Regulating short-term residential rentals","description":"Relative to the taxation of short-term residential rentals. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4236","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2618","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":754317,"bill_number":"H2984","title":"To explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation","description":"For legislation to provide reforms and improvements to the Commonwealth’s transportation system. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2984","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":755820,"bill_number":"H3185","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joseph Esposito, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph Esposito, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3185","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":755833,"bill_number":"H3186","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Greenfield to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city known as the town of Greenfield be authorized to issue 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3186","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":755849,"bill_number":"H3183","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Cardillo, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Daniel Cardillo, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-04-21","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2015-05-04","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3183","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":755862,"bill_number":"H3184","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Deborah Hawkins, an employee of the Office of the State Auditor","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Deborah Hawkins, an employee of the Office of the State Auditor. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-09","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3204","last_action_date":"2015-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3184","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":757579,"bill_number":"S22","title":"Increasing in the membership of the board of selectmen for the town of Brimfield","description":"For legislation to increase in the membership of the board of selectmen for the town of Brimfield to 5 members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S22/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S22","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":758329,"bill_number":"H3187","title":"Further providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Relative to financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-04-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3187","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":758349,"bill_number":"S21","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 65); 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 21.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-16","last_action":"See H65","last_action_date":"2015-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S21/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S21","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":759196,"bill_number":"H716","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to study the effects of coastal and ocean acidification and its existing and potential effects on species that are commercially harvested and grown along the Massachusetts coast","description":"Relative to the effects of coastal and ocean acidification and its existing and potential effects on species that are commercially harvested and grown along the coast of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a resolve with the same title, H4593","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H716","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":759814,"bill_number":"S24","title":"Amending the town charter for the town of Randolph","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the town of Randolph. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1942","last_action_date":"2015-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S24/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S24","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":760502,"bill_number":"S26","title":"Exempting the police department in the town of Burlington from the civil service law.","description":"Exempting the police department in the town of Burlington from the civil service law.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second, ordered to a third reading, read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2015-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S26/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S26","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":760538,"bill_number":"S27","title":"Exempting the police department in the town of Westwood from the provisions of the civil service law.","description":"Exempting the police department in the town of Westwood from the provisions of the civil service law.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second, ordered to a third reading, read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2015-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S27/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S27","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":760575,"bill_number":"S25","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ellen Carlson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ellen Carlson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"Accompanied S39","last_action_date":"2015-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S25/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S25","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":761034,"bill_number":"S28","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-19","last_action":"Text of S21, printed as amended","last_action_date":"2015-03-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S28/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S28","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":761040,"bill_number":"S29","title":"Authorizing the city manager of the city of Worcester to appoint the chair of the Worcester redevelopment authority","description":"For legislation to authorize the city manager of the city of Worcester to appoint the chair of the Worcester redevelopment authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 36 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S29/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S29","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":761531,"bill_number":"H3190","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rachel Zwetchkenbaum, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rachel Zwetchkenbaum, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3190","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":761599,"bill_number":"H3188","title":"Exempting the police department in the town of Burlington from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt positions within the police department of the town of Burlington from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3188","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":762256,"bill_number":"S31","title":"Authorizing the town of Athol to establish a special fund for the rehabilitation of certain properties","description":"For legislation to establish a special fund for recaptured funds from rehabilitation or receivership property liens or related grants in the town of Athol. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S31/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S31","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":762272,"bill_number":"S32","title":"Establishing a special fund for recaptured funds from demolition liens or related grants in the town of Athol","description":"For legislation to establish a special fund for recaptured funds from demolition liens or related grants in the town of Athol. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S32/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S32","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":762291,"bill_number":"S33","title":"Authorizing the town of Bourne to grant an easement over a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Bourne to grant easements over certain parcels of land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S33/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S33","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":762308,"bill_number":"S30","title":"Authorizing the town of Sturbridge to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Sturbridge to issue one additional license for the sale of wine and malt alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises at 178 Main Street. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-10-01","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S30/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S30","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":762976,"bill_number":"S34","title":"Relative to sewer commissioners in the town of Wareham","description":"For legislation relative to sewer commissioners in the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S34/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S34","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":762990,"bill_number":"H3202","title":"Providing for the terms of bonds issued by the Commonwealth for municipal road and bridge repairs","description":"Relative to providing for the terms of bonds issued by the Commonwealth for municipal road and bridge repairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-03-25","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2015-03-25","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3202","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":763006,"bill_number":"S35","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the town of Wrentham","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of special police officers in the town of Wrentham. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S35/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S35","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":763022,"bill_number":"H3191","title":"Authorizing the town of Williamsburg to continue the employment of firefighter Paul Sanderson","description":"That the town of Williamsburg be authorized to continue the employment of fire fighter Paul Sanderson, not withstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3191","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":763037,"bill_number":"H3189","title":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","description":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-03-25","last_action":"Reported by H3353","last_action_date":"2015-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3189","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":763700,"bill_number":"H3200","title":"Concerning long-term homeowners in the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to implement a property tax deferral program for long-term residence of said city. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4571","last_action_date":"2016-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3200","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":763708,"bill_number":"H3201","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to establish senior citizen safety zones","description":"That the city of New Bedford be authorized to establish senior citizen safety zones. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3201","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":763717,"bill_number":"H3192","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3371","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3192","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":763727,"bill_number":"H3198","title":"Exempting all positions in the fire department of the town of Westwood from civil service laws","description":"That the town Westwood be authorized to exempt the positions of fire chief and deputy fire chief from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3198","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":763735,"bill_number":"H3204","title":"AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DEBORAH HAWKINS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE STATE AUDITOR","description":"AN ACT ESTABLISHING A SICK LEAVE BANK FOR DEBORAH HAWKINS, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE STATE AUDITOR","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 30 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3204","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":763744,"bill_number":"H3203","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"House insisted on its amendment","last_action_date":"2015-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3203","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":763754,"bill_number":"H3197","title":"Authorizing the town of Norfolk to continue the employment of police chief Charles H. Stone, Jr.","description":"That the town of Norfolk be authorized to continue the employment police chief Charles H. Stone, Jr., notwithstanding certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 14 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3197","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":763764,"bill_number":"H3195","title":"Relative to town meetings in the town of Framingham","description":"Relative to representative town meetings in the town of Framingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3195","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":763774,"bill_number":"H3196","title":"Authorizing the town of Norfolk to continue the employment of fire chief Coleman Bushnell","description":"That the town of Norfolk be authorized to continue the employment fire chief Coleman Bushnell, notwithstanding certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3196","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":763782,"bill_number":"H3206","title":"Authorizing the city of Revere to pay a certain sum of money to Cynthia A. Penta (Adreani)","description":"That the city of Revere be authorized to pay a certain sum of money to Cynthia A. Penta. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3206","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":763790,"bill_number":"H3193","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3372","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3193","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":763799,"bill_number":"H3199","title":"Providing for limited property tax relief for certain elder citizens in the town of Andover","description":"That the town of Andover be authorized to provide property tax relief for certain elderly residents of said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4214","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3199","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":763808,"bill_number":"H3194","title":"Amending the composition of the Stadium and Athletic Field Commission in the city of Malden","description":"That the city of Malden be authorized to change the composition of the stadium and athletic field commission in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3194","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":763817,"bill_number":"H3205","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Steven Goler, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Steven Goler, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3205","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":764134,"bill_number":"H3225","title":"Establishing funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts","description":"For legislation to provide additional funding for school districts experiencing increases in English language learners. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4330","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3225","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":764135,"bill_number":"H3306","title":"Relative to the use of business telephone numbers in the underground economy","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Telecommunications and Cable to establish a program to require persons providing telephone services to verify the commercial nature of the service and to regulate the installation of multiple lines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3306","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":764136,"bill_number":"H3312","title":"Requiring driver’s license suspension for persons convicted of possessing a controlled substance in an automobile with a minor present","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to suspend the license of persons in possession of a controlled substances inside motor vehicles with minor children present. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3312","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":764138,"bill_number":"H3317","title":"Resolutions Equality for America's adopted children","description":"By Mr. Cutler of Duxbury, a petition of Josh S. Cutler and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to enact legislation under the 14th Amendment of the United States Constitution declaring that natural born citizens be defined to include foreign born adopted children as set forth in the Child Citizenship Act of 2000. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for adoption","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3317","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":764139,"bill_number":"H3234","title":"To allow the town of Canton to hold their annual municipal election on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to hold their annual municipal election on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3234","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":764141,"bill_number":"H3314","title":"Relative to fees for veterans plates","description":"For legislation to eliminate the biennial vehicle registration renewal fee for persons issued a distinctive plate for veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3314","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":764142,"bill_number":"H3287","title":"Relative to the 1-year residency preference for persons being considered for original appointment to the Cambridge Police Force and Fire Force","description":"That the city of Cambridge be authorized to establish a one year residency requirement for police and fire department applicants. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3287","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":764144,"bill_number":"H3256","title":"Relative to public access to sex offender information","description":"Relative to public access to sex offender information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3256","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764145,"bill_number":"H3285","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"For legislation to authorize an additional veterans retirement allowance for certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3285","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":764146,"bill_number":"H3302","title":"Relative to reducing outsourcing","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of John V. Fernandes and Jeffrey N. Roy that the State Purchasing Agent be directed to give preference to products or services manufactured or produced in the United States. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3302","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":764148,"bill_number":"H3231","title":"Relative to public information requests","description":"Relative to the availability of voter lists. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3231","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764149,"bill_number":"H3233","title":"Relative to reprecincting","description":"Relative to reprecincting. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3233","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":764151,"bill_number":"H3319","title":"Relative to veterans’ agents","description":"Relative to veterans’ agents. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3319","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":764152,"bill_number":"H3222","title":"Relative to regional school bus transportation","description":"Relative to regional school bus transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3222","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":764154,"bill_number":"H3323","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to issue additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3710","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3323","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":764155,"bill_number":"H3245","title":"Relative to automobile insurance companies","description":"Relative to the motor vehicle insurance classifications of risks for surchargeable incidents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3245","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":764156,"bill_number":"H3288","title":"Authorizing the retirement board of the City of Cambridge to grant creditable service to Kenneth T. Mui, Andrew Topouzoglou, Steven DeMarco, and Anthony Cacciola","description":"By Mr. Toomey of Cambridge, a petition of Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., and David M. Rogers (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the retirement board of the city of Cambridge be authorized to grant certain creditable service allowances. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-05","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3288","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":764158,"bill_number":"H3218","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to issue one additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Montague be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3374","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3218","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":764159,"bill_number":"H3309","title":"Providing certain property owners with royalties related to the extraction of natural gas","description":"Relative to providing certain property owners with royalties related to the extraction of natural gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3309","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":764161,"bill_number":"H3219","title":"Relative to designated port areas","description":"For legislation to establish a designated port area community fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4618","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3219","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":764162,"bill_number":"H3261","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. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3813","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3261","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":764164,"bill_number":"H3271","title":"Concerning nondiscrimination in access to organ transplantation","description":"Relative to nondiscrimination in access to organ transplants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4332","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3271","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":764165,"bill_number":"H3230","title":"Limiting campaign contributions of non-natural persons","description":"Relative to campaign contributions of foreign persons, corporations or entities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3230","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764167,"bill_number":"H3235","title":"Relative to public access to Long Island in Boston Harbor","description":"Relative to public access to Long Island in Boston Harbor. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4653","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3235","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":764168,"bill_number":"H3252","title":"Relative to criminal record checks for referees","description":"Relative to criminal record checks for referees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4394","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3252","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":764169,"bill_number":"H3280","title":"Exempting all offices and positions in the department of public works in the town of Stoughton from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Stoughton be authorized to exempt certain employees of the department of public works in said town from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 58 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3280","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":764171,"bill_number":"H3311","title":"Providing for a study to be conducted on the cost feasibility of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor","description":"Relative to the cost of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3311","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":764172,"bill_number":"H3260","title":"Relative to providing a false address at arrest","description":"Relative to the penalties for providing false information to law enforcement officials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3260","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764174,"bill_number":"H3293","title":"Relative to the taxation of veterans","description":"Relative to the public disclosure of veterans owing taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3293","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764175,"bill_number":"H3217","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoughton to grant 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Stoughton be authorized to grant six 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3373","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3217","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":764177,"bill_number":"H3303","title":"Expanding the duties of members of the General Court","description":"For legislation to authorize members of the General Court to solemnize marriages and communicate directly with state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3303","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764178,"bill_number":"H3265","title":"Relative to psychotropic drugs","description":"For legislation to further regulate the prescribing of psychotropic medications. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3265","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764179,"bill_number":"H3259","title":"Protecting victims after fatality","description":"Relative to sexual intercourse or unnatural sexual intercourse with a cadaver. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3259","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764181,"bill_number":"H3253","title":"Relative to historical preservation organizations","description":"Relative to the liability of historical preservation organization employees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3253","sponsor":"Kevin Kuros"},
{"bill_id":764182,"bill_number":"H3330","title":"Exempting the position of deputy police chief in the city of Haverhill from the civil service law","description":"That the city of Haverhill be authorized to exempt the position of deputy police chief from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3330","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"},
{"bill_id":764184,"bill_number":"H3207","title":"Relative to providing culturally competent services in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide interpreter services for certain ethnic populations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3207","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":764185,"bill_number":"H3325","title":"Relative to an affordable housing trust in the town of Duxbury","description":"That the town of Duxbury be authorized to establish an affordable housing trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 171 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3325","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":764187,"bill_number":"H3262","title":"Relative to the payment of terminated employees","description":"Relative to the payment of wages to terminated employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3262","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764188,"bill_number":"H3326","title":"Increasing certain snow removal penalties in the city of Boston.","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to increase the snow removal fine in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 352 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3326","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":764189,"bill_number":"H3321","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.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3321","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":764191,"bill_number":"H3232","title":"To modernize election record keeping","description":"Relative to election record keeping. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3232","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764192,"bill_number":"H3255","title":"Relative to legal holidays","description":"Relative to legal holidays. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3255","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764194,"bill_number":"H3264","title":"Relative to rehabilitation periods for substance abusers","description":"Relative to acute treatment services and medically necessary clinical stabilization services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1502","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3264","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":764195,"bill_number":"H3226","title":"Establishing an education review and governance commission","description":"Relative to education review and governance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3226","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":764197,"bill_number":"H3284","title":"Relative to smoking cessation","description":"Relative to providing smoking cessation programs for certain police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3284","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764198,"bill_number":"H3286","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":"That the town of Ware be authorized to appoint Michele Moorhouse as a police officer in said town, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3286","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":764200,"bill_number":"H3313","title":"Relative to motorcycle parking","description":"Relative to motorcycle parking. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3313","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764201,"bill_number":"H3212","title":"Regarding background checks on foster parents","description":"Relative to background checks on foster parents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3212","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":764202,"bill_number":"H3224","title":"Relative to civic test requirements for graduation","description":"Relative to requiring high school students to pass a civics test for prior to graduation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3224","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764204,"bill_number":"H3211","title":"Relative to SNAP work requirements","description":"For legislation to prohibit the Department of Transitional Assistance from issuing certain work requirement waivers under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3211","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764205,"bill_number":"H3307","title":"Relative to the safety of teenage drivers","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and others that wireless service providers be required to make available for download at least one application that prohibits texting while driving. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3307","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":764207,"bill_number":"H3244","title":"Authorizing the town of Sterling to grant certain nitrogen loading easements","description":"Relative to nitrogen loading easements in the town of Sterling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3244","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":764208,"bill_number":"H3279","title":"Relative to retirement allowances for retirees of authorities","description":"Relative to retirement allowances for retirees of authorities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3279","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":764210,"bill_number":"H3267","title":"Authorizing the town of North Reading to use certain conservation land for public way purposes","description":"That the town of North Reading be authorized to use certain conservation land for public way purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3267","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":764211,"bill_number":"H3257","title":"Relative to victim access to sex offender information","description":"Relative to victim access to sex offender information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3257","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764212,"bill_number":"H3266","title":"Relative to puppy mills","description":"Relative to commercial breeder dog kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3266","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":764214,"bill_number":"H3241","title":"Relative to relocating turkeys in the town of Westwood","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and Michael F. Rush that the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Environmental Law Enforcement be directed to assist in relocating wild turkeys found in the town of Westwood. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4658","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3241","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764215,"bill_number":"H3228","title":"Relative to education funding for gateway communities","description":"For legislation to include certain municipalities with increased English language learners as gateway communities for education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3228","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":764217,"bill_number":"H3236","title":"Relative to the repeal of Sunday hunting restrictions","description":"For legislation to permit hunting on Sundays. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3236","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":764218,"bill_number":"H3327","title":"Relative to changing the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston Retirement System","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to change the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston retirement system. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3363","last_action_date":"2015-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3327","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":764220,"bill_number":"H3229","title":"Relative to providing generators to persons in assisted living facilities","description":"For legislation to provide emergency electrical power generation to supply heating equipment at assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3229","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764221,"bill_number":"H3300","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to impose a 0.5% real estate transfer fee","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3300","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":764223,"bill_number":"H3282","title":"Relative to dual membership in retirement systems","description":"Relative to dual membership in retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3839","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3282","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":764224,"bill_number":"H3301","title":"Regarding the South Boston Community Development Foundation","description":"Relative to the membership of the South Boston Community Development Foundation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3301","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":764225,"bill_number":"H3316","title":"Supporting recycling across the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize certain expenditures from the Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3316","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764227,"bill_number":"H3291","title":"Establishing a tax credit for artist work space","description":"For legislation to establish an artist workspace tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3291","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":764228,"bill_number":"H3295","title":"Establishing a college tuition tax deduction","description":"For legislation to establish a college tuition tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3295","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764230,"bill_number":"H3215","title":"Relative to the licensing of home inspectors","description":"For legislation to establish the requirements for licensure as an associate home inspector. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3215","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764231,"bill_number":"H3240","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the administration of services to state owned forest and recreational lands in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the administration of services to state-owned forest and recreational lands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3240","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":764233,"bill_number":"H3250","title":"Regulating manufactured or mobile homes in the city of Brockton","description":"That the city of Brockton be authorized to create a rent board for manufactured housing in said city. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3250","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":764234,"bill_number":"H3310","title":"Further regulating cable television systems","description":"Relative to payments for cable services. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3310","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":764235,"bill_number":"H3221","title":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","description":"Relative to school nutrition. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4409","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3221","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":764237,"bill_number":"H3289","title":"Directing the State-Saugus retirement board to retire John Coburn, a police officer of the town of Saugus","description":"That the town of Saugus be authorized to retire John Coburn, a police officer of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3289","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":764238,"bill_number":"H3322","title":"Relative to the sale of all alcoholic beverages in theaters in Stoneham","description":"That the town of Stoneham be authorized grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises or licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in theaters with seating capacities of 300 or more. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3375","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3322","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":764240,"bill_number":"H3246","title":"Relative to the billing period of health maintenance organizations","description":"Relative to quarterly billing of members of health maintenance organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3246","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764241,"bill_number":"H3324","title":"Relative to certain elections in the city of Newton","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to remove the restriction on holding preliminary elections on Tuesdays. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3324","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":764243,"bill_number":"H3308","title":"Regulating practices of common carriers regarding former business customers","description":"Relative to further regulating practices of common carriers regarding former business customers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3308","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":764244,"bill_number":"H3315","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"Relative to requiring hands-free use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3315","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":764245,"bill_number":"H3247","title":"Relative to the fiduciary duties of investment advisors and brokers","description":"Relative to the fiduciary duties of investment advisors and brokers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3247","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":764247,"bill_number":"H3258","title":"Providing support to local municipalities and their police departments","description":"For legislation to provide for an assessment against certain persons convicted of misdemeanors to be used to establish a police career incentive trust fund. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3258","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764248,"bill_number":"H3290","title":"Establishing a tax credit for the construction and operation of a natural gas refueling station","description":"For legislation to establish a tax credit for the construction and operation of natural gas refueling stations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3290","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":764250,"bill_number":"H3331","title":"Exempting from the civil service law the positions of patrolman, sergeant and lieutenant in the police department of the town of Maynard","description":"That the town of Maynard be authorized to exempt certain positions in the police department, of said town from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 143 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3331","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":764251,"bill_number":"H3274","title":"Relative to repairs made to medical devices","description":"Relative to repairs made to medical devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3274","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":764253,"bill_number":"H3270","title":"Providing a right to try","description":"For legislation to authorize terminally ill patients to consent to treatment by investigational drugs, biological products or devices. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3270","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":764254,"bill_number":"H3298","title":"Authorizing the town of Plymouth to impose a local excise tax on the cultivation, transfer and sale of medical marijuana, cannabis compounds and other cannabis-sourced products","description":"For legislation to impose a five percent excise tax on the cultivation and sale of medical marijuana and/or other cannabis products in the town of Plymouth. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3298","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":764256,"bill_number":"H3304","title":"Relative to the open meeting law","description":"Relative to the open meeting law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3304","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764257,"bill_number":"H3296","title":"Relative to the valuation of agricultural land","description":"Relative to the valuation of agricultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3296","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":764258,"bill_number":"H3227","title":"Regarding school choice","description":"For legislation to require students to provide reasons for choosing to attend a school outside of his or her resident district. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4139","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3227","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":764260,"bill_number":"H3209","title":"Relative to lawful permanent resident status","description":"Relative to the immigration status of persons applying for assistance from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3209","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764261,"bill_number":"H3318","title":"Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states","description":"By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition of Peter J. Durant and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to convene a Constitutional Convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3318","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":764263,"bill_number":"H3276","title":"Relative to protecting victims and witnesses of domestic violence","description":"Relative to making an appropriation for the Executive Office of Public Safety for the protection of victims and witnesses of domestic violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3276","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":764264,"bill_number":"H3243","title":"An act providing free access to certain parks and recreation areas to Purple Heart Recipients.","description":"For legislation to exempt veterans from paying certain state recreation-related fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3243","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764266,"bill_number":"H3213","title":"To create a statewide septic license","description":"Relative to septic system licensing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3213","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764267,"bill_number":"H3269","title":"Relative to the town manager in the town of Dedham","description":"Relative to the authority of the town manager of the town of Dedham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3269","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764268,"bill_number":"H3272","title":"Relative to the burial of pets","description":"Relative to the co-internment of humans and their pets. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3272","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":764270,"bill_number":"H3297","title":"Providing tax incentives for small businesses","description":"Relative to the excise imposed upon sales for capital investments to small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3297","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764271,"bill_number":"H3254","title":"Providing funding for the judicial youth corporation program","description":"Relative to providing additional funding to the Supreme Judicial Court for the administration of the judicial youth corporation program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3254","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764273,"bill_number":"H3273","title":"Relative to the cremation of pets","description":"For legislation to require that persons providing cremation services for non-human animal remains be registered with the Department of Public Health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3273","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":764274,"bill_number":"H3329","title":"Reducing the Size of the City Council of the City of Holyoke","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to change the composition of the city council for said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3329","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764276,"bill_number":"H3237","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows","description":"For legislation to permit the use of crossbows to hunt deer during exclusive archery season. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S414","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3237","sponsor":"Nicholas Boldyga"},
{"bill_id":764277,"bill_number":"H3248","title":"Limiting certain conflicts of interest for investment advisors and brokers","description":"For legislation to prohibit certain conflicts of interest involving investment advisors or brokers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3248","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":764278,"bill_number":"H3214","title":"Relative to clarity and truthfulness in direct mailings","description":"Relative to ensuring clarity and truthfulness in direct mailings of travel check vouchers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3214","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":764280,"bill_number":"H3277","title":"Relative to increasing hotel and motel safety","description":"Relative to emergency lighting and emergency means of egress in motels, hotels and inns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3277","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":764281,"bill_number":"H3320","title":"Relative to the VFW Solomon Post 8819 in the town of Billerica","description":"Relative to providing an appropriation for the environmental clean-up, mitigation and other operating costs of the Solomon Post 8819 for Veterans of Foreign Wars in the town of Billerica. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3320","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":764283,"bill_number":"H3328","title":"Establishing an Appointed Treasurer for the City of Holyoke","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to appoint a treasurer for said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3734","last_action_date":"2015-08-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3328","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":764284,"bill_number":"H3278","title":"Establishing a commission to study post-traumatic stress disorder in law enforcement officers","description":"Relative to post-traumatic stress disorder in law enforcement officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3278","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":764286,"bill_number":"H3239","title":"Relative to the repeal of Sunday hunting restrictions","description":"For legislation to repeal hunting restrictions on Sundays. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3239","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":764287,"bill_number":"H3305","title":"Relative to recognition of the \"Honor and Remember\" Flag in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. McMurtry of Dedham, a petition of Paul McMurtry and others that the Honor and Remember Flag be designated as the symbol of the Commonwealth’s concern and commitment to honoring and remembering the lives of all members of the United States Armed Forces who have lost their lives while serving. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3305","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764289,"bill_number":"H3210","title":"Establishing a yearly audit of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to authorize the Office of the State Auditor to conduct annual audits of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3210","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":764290,"bill_number":"H3242","title":"Establishing the genetic engineering transparency food and seed labeling act","description":"Relative to the labeling of genetically engineered food. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4156","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3242","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":764291,"bill_number":"H3299","title":"Authorizing the town of Provincetown to apply the local option room occupancy excise to all seasonal rental properties in the town","description":"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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3299","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":764293,"bill_number":"H3216","title":"Relative to direct mailings","description":"Relative to direct mailings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3216","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":764294,"bill_number":"H3251","title":"Relative to the online privacy of minors","description":"Relative to the online privacy of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3251","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":764296,"bill_number":"H3238","title":"Establishing the Olmsted Park improvement fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Olmsted Park improvement fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3821","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3238","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":764297,"bill_number":"H3292","title":"Establishing a tax exemption for artisan products sold in cultural districts","description":"For legislation to establish a tax exemption for artisan products sold in cultural districts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3292","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":764299,"bill_number":"H3275","title":"Relative to board of health violations","description":"Relative to anonymously made complaints alleging violations of the laws or regulations related to public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3275","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764300,"bill_number":"H3268","title":"Relative to the interest rate on sewer assessments in the town of Stoughton","description":"That the town of Stoughton be authorized to adjust the interest rate on sewer assessments. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3561","last_action_date":"2015-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3268","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":764301,"bill_number":"H3281","title":"Relative to health insurance benefits for elected officials in the town of Andover","description":"That the town of Andover be authorized to issue health insurance benefits to certain elected officials of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3281","sponsor":"James Lyons"},
{"bill_id":764303,"bill_number":"H3263","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance notices","description":"Relative to unemployment insurance notices. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3263","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":764304,"bill_number":"H3283","title":"Relative to stipends for interns of the General Court","description":"Relative to stipends for interns of the General Court. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3283","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764306,"bill_number":"H3249","title":"Relative to campus safety","description":"For legislation to establish a task force to combat sexual assault on college and university campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3249","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":764307,"bill_number":"H3220","title":"Relative to gateway communities","description":"For legislation to further define the term “gateway municipality”. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3220","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":764309,"bill_number":"H3294","title":"Amending the tax rate on certain commercial property","description":"Relative to the tax rate on certain commercial property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3294","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":764310,"bill_number":"H3223","title":"Relative to universal full-day kindergarten","description":"Relative to universal full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4011","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3223","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":764737,"bill_number":"S37","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christine Chrzanowski, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christine Chrzanowski, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-03-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1917","last_action_date":"2015-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S37/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S37","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":764738,"bill_number":"S36","title":"Relative to racing days at Suffolk Downs","description":"Relative to racing days at Suffolk Downs (House, No. 3203); 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 36; and by striking the title and inserting in place thereof the following title “An Act making appropriations for fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects”; and by striking out the emergency preamble and inserting in place thereof the following emergency preamble:- “Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to make supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2015 and to make certain changes in law, each of which is immediately necessary to carry out those appropriations or to accomplish other important public purposes, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"See H3203","last_action_date":"2015-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S36/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S36","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":764739,"bill_number":"H3332","title":"Amendment","description":"Amendment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"New text for H3203","last_action_date":"2015-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3332","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"},
{"bill_id":765180,"bill_number":"H2833","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to conduct an investigation and study relative to permitting advertising on state websites","description":"Relative to authorizing the placement of advertisements on websites of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2833","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":765181,"bill_number":"H2173","title":"Resolve providing for a study by a special commission relative to the primary prevention of gun violence","description":"Relative to the prevention of gun violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2173","sponsor":"Jeffrey Sanchez"},
{"bill_id":765182,"bill_number":"H3333","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":765183,"bill_number":"H67","title":"Relative to familial dysautonomia","description":"For legislation to provide that persons diagnosed with familial dysautonomia disorder receive certain services from the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H67/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H67","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":765184,"bill_number":"H737","title":"Resolve to protect and preserve family camping in Massachusetts","description":"By Mrs. 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2240","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H737","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":765185,"bill_number":"H2189","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 municipalities are converted to a mixed-use development. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2189","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":765186,"bill_number":"H2959","title":"Resolve relative to construction on Route 3","description":"Relative to directing the Department of Transportation to publish a schedule for construction on Route 3 from Boston to Plymouth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2959","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":765188,"bill_number":"H210","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to consumer protections with regard to cemeteries and crematories","description":"Relative to consumer protections with regard to cemeteries and crematories. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H210","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":765189,"bill_number":"H446","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to low-income students and special education","description":"Relative to special education with regards to low-income students in the Commonwealth. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H446","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":765190,"bill_number":"H82","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. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H82/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H82","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":765191,"bill_number":"H1105","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":"Relative 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3903","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1105","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":765192,"bill_number":"H2713","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to investigate and study the feasibility of constructing a Massachusetts state indoor track facility in southeastern Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the construction of a state indoor track facility in the southeastern region of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2713","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":765193,"bill_number":"H617","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the long term management, maintenance and future use of the Boston Harbor Long and Moon Islands","description":"Relative to the long-term management and maintenance of certain harbor islands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H617","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":765194,"bill_number":"S38","title":"Relative to the town of Barre","description":"For legislation relative to the town of Barre. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S38/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S38","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":765195,"bill_number":"H387","title":"Resolve establishing a charter school commission","description":"Relative to the financing of, caps imposed upon and innovations promoted by charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H387","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":765198,"bill_number":"H2185","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a commission to study and evaluate existing training requirements for persons licensed to carry firearms","description":"Relative to existing training requirements for persons licensed to carry firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2185","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":765199,"bill_number":"H2192","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 police officer standards and training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2192","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":765200,"bill_number":"H285","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the impact of undocumented aliens residing in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the impact of undocumented aliens residing in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H285","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":765201,"bill_number":"H1994","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to robotic surgery in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to robotic surgery in the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4114","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1994","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":765202,"bill_number":"H2686","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2686","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":765203,"bill_number":"H2810","title":"Resolve providing for the creation of a special commission relative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the seal and motto of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2810","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":765204,"bill_number":"H136","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"Relative to providing services for vulnerable young parents and their children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H136","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":765205,"bill_number":"H2928","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2928","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":765207,"bill_number":"H2862","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to vegetation removal by public utility companies","description":"Relative to vegetation removal by public utility companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2862","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":765208,"bill_number":"H513","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to child suicide","description":"Relative to child suicide. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H513","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":765209,"bill_number":"H698","title":"Resolve relative to protecting the archaeological, geological and fossil resources of western Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the preservation of the archaeological and fossil resources of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second, amended (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H698","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":765210,"bill_number":"H2032","title":"Resolve to establish a commission to study the health impacts from wind turbines to protect the health of the citizens of the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the health impacts from wind turbines and protecting the health of the citizens of the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2032","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":765211,"bill_number":"H68","title":"Relative to protecting access to disability services","description":"Relative to protecting access to disability services for certain adults enrolled in the integrated care organization pilot program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H68/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H68","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":765212,"bill_number":"H2162","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to preparedness for natural disasters","description":"Relative to the preparedness of the Commonwealth for natural disasters. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2162","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":765213,"bill_number":"H1076","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission relative to reducing the costs associated with the purchase of college textbooks","description":"Relative to high cost of college. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4060","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1076","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":765214,"bill_number":"H1143","title":"Resolve concerning \"An Affordable Housing Review Commission\"","description":"Relative to the development of affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1143","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":765757,"bill_number":"S39","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ellen Carlson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ellen Carlson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services,- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 39).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S39/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S39","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":766976,"bill_number":"S40","title":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Lynn to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2038","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S40/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S40","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":767190,"bill_number":"H3335","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Lanesborough as the Sergeant Gregory Aloysius Noonan Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Lanesborough as the Sergeant Gregory Aloysius Noonan Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3335","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":767191,"bill_number":"H3337","title":"Exempting the city of Springfield from certain provisions of Section 29 of Chapter 43","description":"That the city of Springfield be exempt from certain provisions of municipal contracts law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4255","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3337","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":767193,"bill_number":"H3334","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Conley, employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Conley, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3341","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3334","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":767195,"bill_number":"H3336","title":"Further regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Somerville","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to issue sixty five additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4184","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3336","sponsor":"Denise Provost"},
{"bill_id":767197,"bill_number":"H933","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to declare that corporations are not people, money is not speech","description":"By Messrs. Rogers of Cambridge and Mark of Peru, a petition of David M. Rogers, Paul W. Mark and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to declare rights afforded to the human inhabitants of the Commonwealth are not applicable to corporations, limited liability companies or any other corporate entities. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H933","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":767756,"bill_number":"S41","title":"Clarifying municipal authority regarding cash sureties and foreclosures","description":"For legislation to clarify municipal authority regarding cash sureties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading amendment, striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of S2396","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S41/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S41","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":767761,"bill_number":"S42","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marlo Carter, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marlo Carter, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S42/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S42","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":767767,"bill_number":"S43","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Barbara Jean Daniels, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Barbara Jean Daniels, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S43/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S43","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":767773,"bill_number":"H3338","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ignacio Farias, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ignacio \"Iggy\" Farias, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3338","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":768701,"bill_number":"H1609","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the retirement of judges","description":"Relative to the retirement of judges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1609","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":768705,"bill_number":"H1400","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution prohibiting eminent domain takings","description":"Relative to prohibiting eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1400","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":768711,"bill_number":"H3133","title":"Resolutions to urge the Congress of the United States to reject the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement","description":"By Mr. Crighton of Lynn, a petition of Brendan P. Crighton and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to reject the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3133","sponsor":"Brendan Crighton"},
{"bill_id":768715,"bill_number":"H3164","title":"Resolutions to protect consumers and enforce the Fair Credit Reporting Act","description":"By Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, a petition of Tom Sannicandro and Brian M. Ashe for the adoption of resolutions 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3164","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":768721,"bill_number":"H3128","title":"Resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most Patriotic city in America","description":"By Mr. Ayers of Quincy, a petition of Bruce J. Ayers and Kerry J. Byrne for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3128","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":768727,"bill_number":"H1343","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the term of judicial officers","description":"Relative to term limits for judges. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1343","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":768731,"bill_number":"S44","title":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","description":"Relative to state personnel”; and by striking out the emergency preamble and inserting in place thereof the following emergency preamble:- “Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to provide forthwith for a fair and orderly manner in which the number of executive department employees may be reduced in order to decrease expenditures by the commonwealth, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-13","last_action":"See H3189","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S44/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S44","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":768736,"bill_number":"H3144","title":"Resolutions Referendum on a budget for all","description":"By Mr. Livingstone of Boston, a petition of Jay D. Livingstone 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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4616","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3144","sponsor":"Jay Livingstone"},
{"bill_id":768742,"bill_number":"H3339","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kim Quitadamo, an employee of the Worcester County Superior Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kim Quitadamo, an employee of the Worcester County Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3348","last_action_date":"2015-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3339","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":768747,"bill_number":"H567","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for an independent redistricting commission","description":"Relative to creating an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Proposal rejected -see Senate Roll Call #236 (9 YEAS to 28 NAYS) and -see House Roll Call #197 (34 YEAS to 117 NAYS)","last_action_date":"2016-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H567","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":768753,"bill_number":"H1570","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the subject matter of initiative petitions","description":"Relative to the subject matter of initiative petitions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H1570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1570","sponsor":"Byron Rushing"},
{"bill_id":768758,"bill_number":"H588","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to voting by qualified voters of the Commonwealth who are also poll workers","description":"Relative to voting by qualified voters of the Commonwealth who are also poll workers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H588","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":768762,"bill_number":"H2529","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to income tax","description":"By Mr. Hecht of Watertown, a petition of Jonathan Hecht and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to allow for a graduated income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2529","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":768766,"bill_number":"S45","title":"Regulating preliminary elections in the city of Gloucester","description":"For legislation to amend the Gloucester city charter. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S45/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S45","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769349,"bill_number":"S46","title":"Relative to the granting of licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Rockport","description":"For legislation relative to the granting of wine and malt alcoholic beverages licenses to be consumed on the premises by the town of Rockport. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S46/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S46","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769391,"bill_number":"H3340","title":"Authorizing the town of Norton to use water supply and conservation land for public way purposes","description":"That the town of Norton be authorized to use water supply and conservation land for public way purposes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3340","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":769897,"bill_number":"S329","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S329","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":769898,"bill_number":"S444","title":"To provide equal access to service animal trainers","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to service animal trainers. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S444","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":769899,"bill_number":"S926","title":"An act relative to recording court proceedings","description":"For legislation to record court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S926","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769900,"bill_number":"S86","title":"To increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act","description":"For legislation to increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2142","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S86/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S86","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":769901,"bill_number":"S1298","title":"Relative to the creation of the Commonwealth technical rescue regions and coordinating council","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of the Commonwealth technical rescue regions and coordinating council. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1298","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769902,"bill_number":"S441","title":"An act relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund","description":"For legislation relative to the Sewer Rate Relief Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S441","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":769903,"bill_number":"S295","title":"Relative to student assessment data","description":"For legislation relative to student assessment data. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S295","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":769904,"bill_number":"S1757","title":"Relative to clean energy resources","description":"For legislation relative to clean energy resources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1757","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":769905,"bill_number":"S342","title":"To provide child exploitation awareness education","description":"For legislation to provide child exploitation awareness education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S342","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769906,"bill_number":"S752","title":"To remove an inconsistency between c.246, sec 40 and c.235 sec 16","description":"For legislation relative to attachments upon trustees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S752","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769907,"bill_number":"S469","title":"Further regulating the processing of lobsters","description":"For legislation to regulate the processing of lobsters. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S469","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769908,"bill_number":"S987","title":"Ensuring an adequate living wage","description":"For legislation to ensure an adequate living wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S987","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":769909,"bill_number":"S1062","title":"Relative to ensuring the safety of sober houses","description":"For legislation to ensure the safety of sober houses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1062","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":769910,"bill_number":"S853","title":"Improving medical decision making","description":"For legislation to improve medical decision making. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S853","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":769911,"bill_number":"S699","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S699","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":769912,"bill_number":"S1223","title":"Prohibiting the use of bisphenol-A in consumer products","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of bisphenol-A in consumer products. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1223","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":769913,"bill_number":"S714","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S714","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":769914,"bill_number":"S915","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S915","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769915,"bill_number":"S1609","title":"Eliminating the motor vehicle excise tax in the fifth and succeeding years","description":"For legislation to eliminate the motor vehicle excise tax in the fifth and suceeding years. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1609","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":769916,"bill_number":"S1484","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax reimbursement","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1484","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":769917,"bill_number":"S931","title":"To recover assets used in the commission of sexual offenses","description":"For legislation to recover assets used in the commission of sexual offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S931","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769918,"bill_number":"S728","title":"Relative to the penalty for vandalism","description":"For legislation relative to the penalty for vandalism. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S728","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":769919,"bill_number":"S618","title":"Relative to HIV-Associated lipodystrophy treatment","description":"For legislation relative to HIV-Associated lipodystrophy treatment. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2137","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S618","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":769920,"bill_number":"S414","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S414","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":769922,"bill_number":"S967","title":"Relative to enhanced enforcement of civil penalties","description":"For legislation relative to enhanced enforcement of civil penalties. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S967","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":769923,"bill_number":"S1270","title":"Relative to unloaded riles or shotguns","description":"For legislation relative to unloaded riles or shotguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1270","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":769924,"bill_number":"S1871","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Norwood as the Thomas J. Kewriga Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Norwood as the Thomas J. Kewriga Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1871","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":769925,"bill_number":"S378","title":"Establishing voter identification procedures","description":"Relative to establishing voter identification procedures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S378","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":769926,"bill_number":"S487","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S487","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769927,"bill_number":"S940","title":"Enhancing courthouse security","description":"For legislation to enhance courthouse security. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S940","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":769928,"bill_number":"S1535","title":"Relative to homeowners","description":"For legislation relative to homeowners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1535","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":769929,"bill_number":"S281","title":"To provide equal access to the bureau of special education appeals","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to the bureau of special education appeals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2255","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S281","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":769930,"bill_number":"S978","title":"Regarding youth sports referees","description":"For legislation relative to youth sports referees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1690","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S978","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":769931,"bill_number":"S1206","title":"Relative to patient safety","description":"For legislation relative to patient safety. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1206","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":769932,"bill_number":"S883","title":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","description":"For legislation relative to the interception of wire and oral communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4313","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S883","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":769933,"bill_number":"S1718","title":"Observing United States Navy Day","description":"For legislation to observe Unites States Navy Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1718","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":769934,"bill_number":"S773","title":"Regarding criminal motor vehicle citations","description":"For legislation relative to criminal motor vehicle citations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S773","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769935,"bill_number":"S689","title":"Resolve creating a real estate and housing commission","description":"For legislation relative to creating a real estate and housing commission. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S689","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":769936,"bill_number":"S1200","title":"To reduce exposure to BPA","description":"For legislation to reduce exposure to BPA. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1200","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":769937,"bill_number":"S423","title":"Relative to the moose population in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the moose population in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S423","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":769938,"bill_number":"S252","title":"To accelerate student success through expanded learning time","description":"For legislation to accelerate student success through expanded learning time. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2339","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S252","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":769939,"bill_number":"S1902","title":"Relative to penalties for operation of motor vehicles after unlawful removal of an ignition interlock device","description":"For legislation relative to penalties for operation of motor vehicles after unlawful removal of an ignition interlock device. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1902","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":769940,"bill_number":"S1297","title":"Establishing an eastern Massachusetts women’s county corrections facility","description":"For legislation to establish an eastern Massachusetts women’s county corrections facility. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1297","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":769941,"bill_number":"S436","title":"To create a working group to study recyclable alternatives to polystyrene","description":"For legislation to create a working group to study recyclable alternatives to polystyrene. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S436","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":769942,"bill_number":"S1320","title":"Relative to public warehousemen","description":"For legislation relative to public warehousemen. . Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1320","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":769943,"bill_number":"S821","title":"Relative to Board of Bar Overseers annual registration fees","description":"For legislation relative to the Board of Bar Overseers annual registration fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S821","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":769944,"bill_number":"S1730","title":"Requiring government neutrality in all public construction projects","description":"For legislation to require government neutrality in all public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1730","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769945,"bill_number":"S1614","title":"Relative to room occupancy excise tax","description":"For legislation relative to room occupancy excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4236","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1614","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":769947,"bill_number":"S953","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Margaret Carey, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Margaret Carey, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-03-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S953","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":769948,"bill_number":"S1165","title":"Relative to the dispensing of certain cancer related drugs","description":"For legislation to the dispense certain cancer related drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2313","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1165","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":769949,"bill_number":"S1317","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. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1317","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":769950,"bill_number":"S392","title":"Relative to campaign contribution cycles","description":"For legislation relative to campaign contribution cycles. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S392","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769951,"bill_number":"S517","title":"Relative to the disclosure of ATM fees","description":"For legislation relative to disclosure of ATM fees. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S517","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":769952,"bill_number":"S481","title":"To stress user-controllable factors in automobile insurance premiums","description":"For legislation relative to the setting of rates for automobile insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S481","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":769953,"bill_number":"S924","title":"To enhance criminal investigations","description":"For legislation to enhance criminal investigations with wire communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S924","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769954,"bill_number":"S52","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to remove restrictions on absentee ballots","description":"Relative to the removal of restrictions on absentee ballots. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S52/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S52","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":769955,"bill_number":"S169","title":"To protect trade secrets and eliminate non-compete agreements","description":"For legislation to protect trade secrets and eliminate non-compete agreements. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S169","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":769956,"bill_number":"S638","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S638","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769957,"bill_number":"S1685","title":"Relative to annual reports","description":"For legislation relative to annual reports. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1685","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":769958,"bill_number":"S368","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S368","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769959,"bill_number":"S837","title":"Relative to littering fines","description":"For legislation relative to littering fines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S837","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":769960,"bill_number":"S898","title":"Resolutions for the State of Massachusetts to Rescind all previous calls for an Article V Constitutional Convention","description":"For legislation for the State of Massachusetts to Rescind all previous calls for an Article V Constitutional Convention. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S898","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":769961,"bill_number":"S1345","title":"Relative to the annual allowance for certain survivors of public retirees and employees","description":"For legislation relative to the annual allowance for certain survivors of public retirees and employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1345","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":769962,"bill_number":"S1014","title":"Improving unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation to improve unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1014","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769963,"bill_number":"S1907","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1907","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":769964,"bill_number":"S434","title":"Prohibiting plastic carryout bags by 2019","description":"For legislation to prohibit polystyrene packaging by 2017. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S434","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":769965,"bill_number":"S515","title":"Requiring insurers to report malpractice claims for optometrists","description":"For legislation to require insurers to report malpractice claims or actions for optometrists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S515","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":769966,"bill_number":"S756","title":"Relative to probation violations","description":"For legislation relative to probation violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S756","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769967,"bill_number":"S1678","title":"To establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2295","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1678","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":769968,"bill_number":"S914","title":"Providing for progressive penalties for the crime of motor vehicular homicide","description":"For legislation to provide for progressive penalties for the crime of motor vehicular homicide. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S914","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769969,"bill_number":"S577","title":"To improve access to child and adolescent mental health services","description":"For legislation to improve access to child and adolescent mental health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S577","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":769970,"bill_number":"S1031","title":"Relative to improved medication adherence","description":"For legislation relative to improved medication adherence. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1031","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":769972,"bill_number":"S1707","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain land in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the division of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain land in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1707","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":769973,"bill_number":"S1377","title":"Relative to eligibility for state group health insurance","description":"For legislation relative to the eligibility of certain faculty for contributory group insurance of public higher educational institutions. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1377","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":769974,"bill_number":"S1780","title":"Relative to the sale of natural gas as a motor fuel","description":"For legislation relative to the sale of natural gas as a motor fuel. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1780","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":769975,"bill_number":"S528","title":"Relative to an affordable health plan","description":"For legislation relative to an affordable health plan. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S528","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":769976,"bill_number":"S757","title":"Regulating notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments","description":"By Ms. Creem, a petition of Cynthia S. Creem, John V. Fernandes and Marcos A. Devers for legistlation to regulate notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see Roll Call #204 [YEAS 39 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S757","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769977,"bill_number":"S1108","title":"Relative to landlord notification","description":"For legislation relative to landlord notification. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1108","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769978,"bill_number":"S1401","title":"Relative to ordinary disability retirements","description":"For legislation relative to ordinary disability retirements. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1401","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":769979,"bill_number":"S765","title":"Relative to safe and secure waiting areas","description":"For legislation relative to safe and secure waiting areas. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S765","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769980,"bill_number":"S966","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"For legislation to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2207","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S966","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":769981,"bill_number":"S227","title":"Relative to plant relocation","description":"For legislation relative to plant relocation and severance. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S227","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":769982,"bill_number":"S956","title":"Establishing the refusal to provide certain records as an unfair labor practice","description":"For legislation to establish the refusal to provide certain records as an unfair labor practice. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S956","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":769983,"bill_number":"S578","title":"Relative to mental health certified peer specialists","description":"For legislation to require MassHealth to cover certified peer specialist services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S578","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":769984,"bill_number":"S245","title":"Relative to the administration of diabetes medication","description":"For legislation relative to the administration of diabetes medication. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2252","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S245","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":769985,"bill_number":"S1432","title":"Expanding insurance choices for state and local employees","description":"For legislation to expand insurance choices for state and local employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1432","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769986,"bill_number":"S1392","title":"Relative to creditable service for school business administrators","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for school business administrators. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1392","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":769987,"bill_number":"S452","title":"Relative to information technology producer responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to information technology producer responsibility. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S452","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":769988,"bill_number":"S1620","title":"Relative to IT procurement and management in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to IT procurement and management in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1620","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769989,"bill_number":"S768","title":"Relative to alimony payments","description":"For legislation relative to alimony payments. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S768","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769990,"bill_number":"S1791","title":"Establishing a transformative motion utilities law","description":"For legislation to establish a transformative motion utilities law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1791","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769991,"bill_number":"S617","title":"Relative to Full Application of Telemedicine Coverage","description":"For legislation to fully apply telemedicine coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2382","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S617","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":769992,"bill_number":"S1524","title":"Closing a corporate tax haven loophole","description":"For legislation to close a corporate tax haven loophole. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1524","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":769993,"bill_number":"S1822","title":"Relative to betterments for transportation improvements","description":"For legislation relative to betterments for transportation improvements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1822","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":769994,"bill_number":"S1579","title":"To provide a property tax credit to surviving spouses of certain public safety personnel","description":"For legislation to provide a property tax credit to surviving spouses of certain public safety personnel. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1579","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":769995,"bill_number":"S1130","title":"To protect sports medicine professionals","description":"For legislation to protect sports medicine professionals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1997","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1130","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":769997,"bill_number":"S160","title":"Prohibiting the sale of lottery tickets on credit","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of lottery tickets on credit. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S160","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":769998,"bill_number":"S1216","title":"Relative to the practice of athletic training","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of athletic training. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1216","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":769999,"bill_number":"S472","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S472","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770000,"bill_number":"S1081","title":"Relative to dog pens and kennels","description":"For legislation relative to dog pens and kennels. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1081","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770001,"bill_number":"S1478","title":"Abolishing the death tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the death tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1478","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770002,"bill_number":"S1249","title":"Relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures","description":"For legislation relative to the installation of approved smoke detectors in certain residential buildings and structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1249","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770003,"bill_number":"S1066","title":"Allowing the city of Everett to increase the fee for lodging house licenses","description":"For legislation relative to allowing the city of Everett to increase the fee for lodging house licenses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1066","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770004,"bill_number":"S1477","title":"Improving the earned income credit for working families","description":"For legislation to improve the earned income credit for working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1477","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770005,"bill_number":"S1869","title":"Relative to preserving public safety and preventing trespassing on state highways","description":"For legislation relative to preserving public safety and preventing trespassing on state highways. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1869","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770006,"bill_number":"S1893","title":"Promoting motor vehicle safety","description":"For legislation to promote motor vehicle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1893","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770007,"bill_number":"S257","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. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2344","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S257","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770008,"bill_number":"S1491","title":"To Improve Tax Administration Processes in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve tax administration processes in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1491","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770009,"bill_number":"S1633","title":"Improving access to public records","description":"For legislation to improve access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1633","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770010,"bill_number":"S1811","title":"To authorize the voluntary inclusion of certain medical information on drivers licenses","description":"For legislation to provide certain medical information on drivers licenses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1811","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770011,"bill_number":"S835","title":"Relative to the Gardner District Court","description":"For legislation relative to the Gardner District Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2028","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S835","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770012,"bill_number":"S1203","title":"Relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes","description":"For legislation relative to baseline concussion testing for student athletes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1203","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770013,"bill_number":"S1466","title":"Relative to exemptions from taxation of structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands","description":"For legislation relative to exemptions from taxation of structures and buildings essential to the operation of agricultural and horticultural lands. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1466","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770014,"bill_number":"S1850","title":"To authorize license plates to encourage safe streets for bicycles","description":"For legislation to authorize license plates to encourage safe streets for bicycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1850","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770015,"bill_number":"S1076","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1076","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770016,"bill_number":"S482","title":"To facilitate alternatives to foreclosure","description":"For legislation relative to alternatives to foreclosure. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S482","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770017,"bill_number":"S1820","title":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2264","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1820","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770018,"bill_number":"S1341","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the Soldiers' Homes","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for care givers at the Soldiers' Homes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1341","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770019,"bill_number":"S1231","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of acupuncture. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2352","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1231","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770020,"bill_number":"S943","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S943","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770022,"bill_number":"S1559","title":"Relative to sales tax relief in the aftermath of an emergency","description":"For legislation relative to sales tax relief in the aftermath of an emergency. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1559","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770023,"bill_number":"S900","title":"Relative to expungement of criminal or juvenile records for individuals who committed offenses as children or young adults","description":"For legislation relative to expungement of criminal or juvenile records for individuals who committed offenses as children or young adults. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S900","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770024,"bill_number":"S1441","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Eileen Bazinet, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Eileen Bazinet, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1441","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770025,"bill_number":"S1472","title":"Encouraging the development of new business in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to encourage the development of new business in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1472","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770026,"bill_number":"S1388","title":"Pertaining to the rights of fire fighters and police officers","description":"For legislation relative to the rights of firefighters and police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1388","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770027,"bill_number":"S636","title":"Relating to the reporting of claim information under certain group health plans","description":"For legislation relative to the reporting of claim information under certain group health plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S636","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770028,"bill_number":"S1487","title":"To provide equitable cellular phone taxation","description":"For legislation to provide equitable cellular phone taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2517","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1487","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770029,"bill_number":"S1048","title":"To promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices","description":"For legislation to promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2307","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1048","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770030,"bill_number":"S1556","title":"Creating the Preservation of Historic Buildings Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to create the Preservation of Historic Buildings Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1556","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770031,"bill_number":"S952","title":"Relative to increased penalties for assault, assault and battery, stalking, and criminal harassment at youth sporting events","description":"For legislation relative to increased penalties for assault, assault and battery, stalking, and criminal harassment at youth sporting events. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S952","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770032,"bill_number":"S332","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2253","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S332","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770033,"bill_number":"S1212","title":"Relative to protecting against the transmission of pertussis","description":"For legislation for protection against the transmission of Pertussis. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1993","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1212","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770034,"bill_number":"S346","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S346","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770035,"bill_number":"S918","title":"An act 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S918","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770036,"bill_number":"S687","title":"Relative to community college tuition","description":"For legislation relative to community college tuition. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1070","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S687","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770037,"bill_number":"S314","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2328","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S314","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770038,"bill_number":"S1584","title":"Extending single sales factor apportionment to all retail and wholesale corporations","description":"For legislation to extend single sales factor apportionment to all retail and wholesale corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1584","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770039,"bill_number":"S1572","title":"Relative to the creation of a super research and development tax credit","description":"For legislation to create a super research and development tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1572","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770040,"bill_number":"S231","title":"Concerning Gateway Municipalities","description":"For legislation concerning Gateway Municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S231","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770041,"bill_number":"S1803","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2236","last_action_date":"2016-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1803","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770042,"bill_number":"S764","title":"Relative to archaic crimes","description":"For legislation relative to archaic crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S764","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770043,"bill_number":"S1172","title":"Relative to podiatrists performing surgery","description":"For legislation relative to podiatrists performing surgery. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1172","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770044,"bill_number":"S713","title":"Relative to access to housing for first responders","description":"For legislation relative to access to housing for first responders. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S713","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770045,"bill_number":"S1567","title":"To reform state economic substance rules","description":"For legislation to reform state economic substance rules. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1567","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770046,"bill_number":"S1891","title":"Relative to special veterans plates","description":"For legislation relative to special veterans plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1891","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770047,"bill_number":"S1285","title":"Establishing the Correctional Officers' Procedural Bill of Rights","description":"For legislation to establish the Correctional Officers' Procedural Bill of Rights. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1285","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770048,"bill_number":"S1123","title":"Relative to dentistry licensure examinations","description":"For legislation relative to dentistry licensure examinations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1123","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770049,"bill_number":"S468","title":"Relative to reinforcing the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act","description":"For legislation to reinforce the Massachusetts Endangered Species Act. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S468","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770050,"bill_number":"S165","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S165","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770051,"bill_number":"S445","title":"To provide additional funding for animal welfare and safety programming","description":"For legislation to provide additional funding for animal welfare and safety programming. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S445","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770052,"bill_number":"S1647","title":"Establishing an office of Access and Opportunities","description":"For legislation to establish an office of Access and Opportunities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1647","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770053,"bill_number":"S1162","title":"Relative to chronic care coordination","description":"For legislation relative to chronic care coordination. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1162","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770054,"bill_number":"S993","title":"Relative to employee benefits reporting","description":"For legislation relative to employee benefits reporting. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S993","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770055,"bill_number":"S571","title":"Relative to pediatric nursing care facilities","description":"For legislation relative to pediatric nursing care facilities. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S571","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770056,"bill_number":"S358","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S358","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770057,"bill_number":"S364","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S364","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770058,"bill_number":"S1617","title":"Relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling","description":"For legislation relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2503","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1617","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770059,"bill_number":"S606","title":"To keep people healthy by removing barriers to cost-effective care","description":"For legislation to keep people healthy by removing barriers to cost-effective care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S606","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770060,"bill_number":"S1616","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the city of Worcester to create and operate a multi purpose rectangular field at the Lake Avenue Park in Worcester","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the city of Worcester to create and operate a multi purpose rectangular field at the Lake Avenue Park in Worcester. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1616","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770061,"bill_number":"S62","title":"Relative to adolescent development","description":"For legislation relative to adolescent development. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S62/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S62","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770062,"bill_number":"S667","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S667","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770063,"bill_number":"S101","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":"2015-10-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S101","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770064,"bill_number":"S1531","title":"Relative to a municipality’s right of first refusal of agricultural land","description":"For legislation relative to a municipality’s right of first refusal of agricultural land. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1531","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770065,"bill_number":"S1215","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Cemeteries Board of Oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1215","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770066,"bill_number":"S135","title":"Relative to public safety and unlicensed electrical work","description":"For legislation relative to public safety and unlicensed electrical work. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S135","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770067,"bill_number":"S1727","title":"Relative to human contact with state agencies","description":"For legislation relative to human contact with state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1727","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770068,"bill_number":"S1437","title":"Providing additional benefits to survivors of certain public safety employees","description":"For legislation to provide additional benefits to survivors of certain public safety employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1437","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770069,"bill_number":"S540","title":"Relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment","description":"For legislation relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2276","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S540","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770071,"bill_number":"S1017","title":"Expediting appeals of wage violations","description":"For legislation to expedite appeals of wage violations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1017","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770072,"bill_number":"S1303","title":"Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database","description":"For legislation to expand the state DNA database. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1303","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770073,"bill_number":"S1903","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1903","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770074,"bill_number":"S1854","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1854","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770075,"bill_number":"S1085","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S878","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1085","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770076,"bill_number":"S892","title":"Relative to shared custody","description":"For legislation to share custody of minor children of divorced or separated parents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S892","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770077,"bill_number":"S1488","title":"Relative to gun safe tax deductions","description":"For legislation relative to gun safe tax deductions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1488","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770078,"bill_number":"S581","title":"To ensure access to medications","description":"For legislation to ensure access to medications. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S581","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770079,"bill_number":"S316","title":"Relative to comprehensive sexual abuse prevention education","description":"For legislation relative to comprehensive sexual abuse prevention education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S316","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770080,"bill_number":"S1601","title":"Extending net operating losses to financial institutions and utility corporations","description":"For legislation to extend net operating losses to financial institutions and utility corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1601","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770081,"bill_number":"S1152","title":"Relative to HLTV 111 tests","description":"For legislation relative to HLTV 111 tests. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1152","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770082,"bill_number":"S1330","title":"Relative to sick leave banks","description":"For legislation relative to sick leave banks. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1330","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770083,"bill_number":"S1315","title":"Relative to the illegal occupation of a building","description":"For legislation relative to the illegal occupation of a building. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1315","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770084,"bill_number":"S1193","title":"Relative to dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2000","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1193","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770085,"bill_number":"S1340","title":"Relative to age restrictions for veterans applying to be police officers and firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to age restrictions for veterans applying to be police officers and firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1340","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770086,"bill_number":"S1236","title":"Relative to the establishment of independent forensic sciences laboratories and the oversight and accreditation of such laboratories","description":"For legislation to establish and accredit independent forensic science laboratories. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1236","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770087,"bill_number":"S1107","title":"Relative to land use regulations","description":"For legislation relative to land use regulations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1107","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770088,"bill_number":"S655","title":"To establish a commission to study the feasibility of creating and funding a universal children's savings account","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to study the feasibility of creating and funding a universal children's savings account. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S664","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S655","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770089,"bill_number":"S1483","title":"Relative to the senior circuit breaker tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the senior circuit breaker tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1483","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770090,"bill_number":"S313","title":"To establish 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2343","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S313","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770091,"bill_number":"S65","title":"To bring child support home","description":"For legislation to bring child support home. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S65/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S65","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770092,"bill_number":"S1365","title":"Relative to the retirement of Mr. Kenneth Wheeler","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement allowance of Kenneth Wheeler. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1365","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770093,"bill_number":"S1336","title":"Relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the veteran allowance for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H3285","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1336","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770094,"bill_number":"S880","title":"To update the definition of leaving the scene of an accident aka Katie's Law","description":"For legislation to update the definition of leaving the scene of an accident aka Katie's Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S880","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770096,"bill_number":"S1104","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1104","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770097,"bill_number":"S887","title":"Relative to civil infractions for Juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to civil infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S887","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770098,"bill_number":"S1331","title":"Establishing creditable service for 03 employees","description":"For legislation to establish creditable service for 03 employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1331","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770099,"bill_number":"S141","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S141","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770100,"bill_number":"S787","title":"Relative to attorney-client privilege and attorney work product materials","description":"Relative to attorney client privilege and attorney work product materials. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S787","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770101,"bill_number":"S1471","title":"Relative to a tax credit for hiring recent graduates","description":"For legislation relative to a tax credit for hiring recent graduates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1471","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770102,"bill_number":"S301","title":"To increase parental awareness of opiate abuse risks","description":"For legislation to increase parental awareness of opiate abuse risks. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S301","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770103,"bill_number":"S1773","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1773","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770104,"bill_number":"S1721","title":"Relative to structural steel","description":"For legislation relative to structural steel. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1721","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770105,"bill_number":"S1175","title":"To promote urinary incontinence health management","description":"For legislation to promote urinary incontinence health management. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1175","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770106,"bill_number":"S1056","title":"Relative to solar drying of laundry","description":"For legislation relative to solar drying of laundry. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2408","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1056","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770107,"bill_number":"S121","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2358","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S121","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770108,"bill_number":"S1689","title":"To sell naming rights to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and other properties operated by the MCCA","description":"For legislation to sell naming rights to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and other properties operated by the MCCA. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1689","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770109,"bill_number":"S771","title":"To expand intensive parole supervision","description":"For legislation to expand intensive parole supervision. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S771","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770110,"bill_number":"S1210","title":"To enhance computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to ensure access to medically necessary services","description":"For legislation to enhance computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to ensure access to medically necessary services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2411","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1210","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770111,"bill_number":"S224","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on the Dover amendment","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on the Dover amendment. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged from a part of S2215 to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S224","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770112,"bill_number":"S134","title":"Relative to motor vehicle warranties","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle warranties. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2245","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S134","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770113,"bill_number":"S1697","title":"To promote safety, efficiency and accountability in transportation projects through public inspections","description":"For legislation to promote safety in transportation projects through public inspections. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1697","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770114,"bill_number":"S422","title":"Relative to the use of artificial lights in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of artificial lights in hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S422","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770115,"bill_number":"S1783","title":"Relative to bonding authority for the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center","description":"For legislation relative to bonding authority for the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1783","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770116,"bill_number":"S794","title":"Relative to naming the Plymouth Trial Court in honor of Senate President Therese Murray","description":"For legislation relative to naming the Plymouth Trial Court in honor of Senate President Therese Murray. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2420","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S794","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770117,"bill_number":"S129","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S129","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770118,"bill_number":"S194","title":"Relative to alcohol enforcement equality","description":"For legislation relative to alcohol enforcement equality. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S194","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770119,"bill_number":"S1568","title":"Strengthening working families by increasing tax exemptions and dependent care tax credits","description":"For legislation to strengthen working families by increasing tax exemptions and dependent care tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1568","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770121,"bill_number":"S176","title":"To provide increased access to hearing aids","description":"For legislation to provide increased access to hearing aids. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H262","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S176","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770122,"bill_number":"S1077","title":"Promoting 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1077","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770123,"bill_number":"S961","title":"Relative to municipal unemployment insurance reform","description":"For legislation relative to municipal unemployment insurance reform. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S961","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770124,"bill_number":"S653","title":"Relative to in-state tuition retention for UMMS","description":"For legislation relative to in-state tuition retention for UMMS. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S653/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S653","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770125,"bill_number":"S960","title":"Ensuring uniformity in education discrimination complaint procedures","description":"For legislation to ensure uniformity in education discrimination complaint procedures. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S960","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770126,"bill_number":"S1429","title":"Relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians","description":"For legislation relative to surviving family of emergency medical technicians. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1429","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770127,"bill_number":"S1623","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1623","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770128,"bill_number":"S1385","title":"Relative to credible service for school nurses","description":"For legislation relative to credible service for school nurses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1385","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770129,"bill_number":"S1009","title":"To promote employer sponsorship of health care","description":"To promote employer sponsorship of health care","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1009","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770130,"bill_number":"S1528","title":"Relative to the filing of annual returns by small public charities","description":"For legislation relative to filing of annual returns by small public charities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1528","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770131,"bill_number":"S955","title":"Relative to the payment of wages","description":"For legislation relative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S955","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770132,"bill_number":"S1293","title":"Creating a commission to study the effectiveness of a drug dealer registry in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study the effectiveness of a drug dealer registry in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1293","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770133,"bill_number":"S1026","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1026","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770134,"bill_number":"S1103","title":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens","description":"For legislation to protect animals during pet sales. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2370","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1103","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770135,"bill_number":"S630","title":"Relative to medical malpractice insurance","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice insurance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S630","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770136,"bill_number":"S229","title":"Relative to a restaurant and hotel community reinvestment program","description":"For legislation relative to a restaurant and hotel community reinvestment program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S229","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770137,"bill_number":"S1884","title":"Relative to distinctive registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to distinctive registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1884","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770138,"bill_number":"S1756","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1756","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770140,"bill_number":"S1239","title":"Regarding the prevention of illegal trafficking and gun violence among youth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prevent illegal trafficking and gun violence among youth in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1239","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770141,"bill_number":"S75","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"For legislation relative to the re-homing of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2043","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S75/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S75","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770142,"bill_number":"S1673","title":"Expanding the authority of the bureau of special investigations","description":"For legislation to expand the authority of the bureau of special investigations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1673","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770143,"bill_number":"S1080","title":"Establishing the Hampden County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls","description":"For legislation to create the Hampden County Commission on the Status of Women and Girls. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 288 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1080","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770144,"bill_number":"S810","title":"Relative to the expungement of records of persons falsely accused and juveniles","description":"For legislation to expunge the records of persons falsely accused and juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S810","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770145,"bill_number":"S869","title":"Relating to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"For legislation relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions for sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S869","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770147,"bill_number":"S237","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S237","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770148,"bill_number":"S705","title":"Requiring 40B cost certification","description":"For legislation to require 40B cost certification. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S705","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770149,"bill_number":"S792","title":"Relative to prohibiting theft or embezzlement from nonprofits or charitable organizations","description":"Relative to prohibiting theft or embezzlement from nonprofit or charitable organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S792","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770150,"bill_number":"S251","title":"Relative to dropout prevention and recovery","description":"For legislation relative to dropout prevention and recovery. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S251","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770151,"bill_number":"S1654","title":"Regarding Huntington's Disease Awareness Month","description":"For legislation relative to Huntington's Disease. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1654","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770152,"bill_number":"S1704","title":"To promote solar hot water installations","description":"For legislation to promote solar hot water installations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1704","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770153,"bill_number":"S1816","title":"Relative to the creation of a vulnerable road user safety commission","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a vulnerable road user safety commission. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1816","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770154,"bill_number":"S1914","title":"Updating veterans’ burial expenses","description":"For legislation to update veterans’ burial expenses. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1914","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770155,"bill_number":"S1687","title":"Relative to former state employees and elected officials","description":"For legislation relative to former state employees and elected officials. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1687","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770156,"bill_number":"S320","title":"Strengthening the anti-bullying law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the anti-bullying law. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S320","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770157,"bill_number":"S1864","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1864","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770158,"bill_number":"S1719","title":"Providing for disposition of surplus state real property based on smart growth land use policies","description":"For legislation relative to providing for disposition of surplus state real property based on smart growth land use policies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1719","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770159,"bill_number":"S847","title":"Mandating that offenses for which a pardon has been granted be expunged from Criminal Offender Record Information reports","description":"For legislation to mandate that offenses for which a pardon has been granted be expunged from criminal offender record information reports. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S847","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770160,"bill_number":"S526","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S526","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770161,"bill_number":"S198","title":"Strengthening the enforcement of certain licenses","description":"For legislation to strengthen the enforcement of certain licenses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S135","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S198","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770162,"bill_number":"S1451","title":"Relative to payments in lieu of taxation of organizations exempt from the property tax","description":"For legislation relative to payments in lieu of taxation of organizations exempt from the property tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1451","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770163,"bill_number":"S1286","title":"Relative to sheriffs","description":"For legislation relative to sheriffs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1286","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770164,"bill_number":"S1793","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1793","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770165,"bill_number":"S376","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S376","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770166,"bill_number":"S680","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S680","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770167,"bill_number":"S866","title":"Designating Courtroom G within the first district court of Essex County in the city of Salem as the David T. Doyle Courtroom","description":"For legislation to designate Courtroom G within the Salem District Court as the Honorable David T. Doyle Courtroom. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S866/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S866","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770168,"bill_number":"S498","title":"Relative to risk management services","description":"For legislation relative to risk management services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S498","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770169,"bill_number":"S1083","title":"Relative to the Templeton Developmental Center Reuse Committee","description":"For legislation to authorize the town Phillipston to appoint members to the Templeton Developmental Center Reuse Committee. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1083","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770170,"bill_number":"S786","title":"To eliminate mandatory minimum sentences related to drug offenses","description":"For legislation to repeal mandatory minimum sentences for non-violent drug offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S786","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770172,"bill_number":"S83","title":"Creating a means for tracking the unmet need of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a means for tracking the unmet need of individuals with developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H127","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S83/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S83","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770173,"bill_number":"S1458","title":"Improving the earned income tax credit for working families","description":"For legislation to improve the earned income tax credit for working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1458","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770174,"bill_number":"S382","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S382","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770175,"bill_number":"S1420","title":"Relative to retirement board membership","description":"For legislation relative to retirement board membership. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1420","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770176,"bill_number":"S389","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S389","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770177,"bill_number":"S1271","title":"Relative to Suppressors","description":"For legislation relative to suppressors. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1271","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770178,"bill_number":"S1646","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Boston to the Haitian 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 228 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1646","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770179,"bill_number":"S1812","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle license suspension. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2014","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1812","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770180,"bill_number":"S494","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2378","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S494","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770181,"bill_number":"S1867","title":"Relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transporation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2317","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1867","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770182,"bill_number":"S1817","title":"To regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2273","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1817","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770183,"bill_number":"S300","title":"Relative to the transfer of funding for recovery high school summer programming","description":"For legislation to transfer funding for recovery high school summer programming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S300","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770184,"bill_number":"S1316","title":"Relative to the oversight of inspections","description":"For legislation relative to the oversight of inspections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1316","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770185,"bill_number":"S1810","title":"To protect vulnerable road users by requiring certain vehicles to be equipped with side under-ride guards and blind spot mirrors","description":"For legislation to protect vulnerable road users by requiring certain vehicles to be equipped with side under-ride guards and blind spot mirrors. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1810","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770186,"bill_number":"S927","title":"Relative to out of state sex offenders","description":"For legislation relative to out of state sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S927","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770187,"bill_number":"S1770","title":"Relative to net metering, community shared solar and energy storage","description":"For legislation relative to net metering, community shared solar and energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1770","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770188,"bill_number":"S1428","title":"Relative to public safety line of duty benefits","description":"For legislation relative to public safety line of duty benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1428","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770189,"bill_number":"S936","title":"Relative to habitual drunk drivers","description":"For legislation relative to habitual drunk drivers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S936","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770190,"bill_number":"S1586","title":"Relative to exempting certain medical supplies from the state sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt certain medical supplies from the state sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1586","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770191,"bill_number":"S1374","title":"Expanding access to health care for employees of charter schools","description":"For legislation to expand access to health care for employees of charter schools. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1374","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770192,"bill_number":"S151","title":"Relative to lottery online products","description":"For legislation relative to lottery online products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2351","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S151","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770193,"bill_number":"S661","title":"Relative to uniform financial aid information","description":"For legislation relative to uniform financial aid information. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2184","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S661","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770194,"bill_number":"S263","title":"To promote a coordinated public school focus on students with disabilities","description":"For legislation to promote a coordinated public school focus on students with disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S263","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770195,"bill_number":"S1456","title":"Eliminating telecommunications tax exemptions","description":"For legislation to eliminate telecommunications tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1456","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770197,"bill_number":"S1516","title":"Relative to essential health benefits","description":"For legislation relative to essential health benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1516","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770198,"bill_number":"S352","title":"Relative to stabilizing the commonwealth’s nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to stabilize the commonwealth’s nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S352","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770199,"bill_number":"S749","title":"On appellate jurisdiction","description":"For legislation relative to appellate jurisdiction. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S749","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770200,"bill_number":"S1849","title":"To study the feasibility of high-speed rail access between Springfield and Boston","description":"For legislation to study the feasibility of high-speed rail access between Springfield and Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1849","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":770201,"bill_number":"S1259","title":"Prohibiting the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency","description":"For legislation to prohibit the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1259","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770202,"bill_number":"S125","title":"Relative to the sale of wine","description":"For legislation relative to the sale of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2244","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S125","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770203,"bill_number":"S349","title":"Concerning media literacy in schools","description":"For legislation relative to media literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S349","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770204,"bill_number":"S694","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1130","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S694","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770205,"bill_number":"S1510","title":"To pro-rate the corporate excise tax","description":"For legislation to pro-rate the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1510","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770206,"bill_number":"S580","title":"To preserve eligibility for PACE program and certain waivered participants","description":"For legislation to preserve eligibility for PACE program and certain waivered participants. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H966","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S580","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770207,"bill_number":"S1079","title":"To allow simple majority voting","description":"For legislation to allow simple majority voting. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1079","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770208,"bill_number":"S1068","title":"Relative to streamlining municipal finance","description":"For legislation relative to streamlining municipal finance. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1068","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770209,"bill_number":"S761","title":"Relative to testimony in criminal proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to testimony in criminal proceedings . The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S761","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770210,"bill_number":"S325","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2344","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S325","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770211,"bill_number":"S1185","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1185","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770212,"bill_number":"S605","title":"To define modest meals and refreshments in prescriber education settings","description":"For legislation to define modest meals and refreshments in prescriber education settings. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S605","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770213,"bill_number":"S60","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to income tax","description":"Relative to income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S60/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S60","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770214,"bill_number":"S855","title":"To protect the privacy of 911 callers","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of 911 callers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S855","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770215,"bill_number":"S222","title":"Making amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act","description":"For legislation to make amendments to the Massachusetts Business Corporation Act. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S222","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770216,"bill_number":"S1238","title":"Relative to implementing a blue alert system in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to implement a blue alert system in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1238","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770217,"bill_number":"S963","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S963","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770218,"bill_number":"S403","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S403","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770219,"bill_number":"S830","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S830","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770220,"bill_number":"S226","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S226","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770222,"bill_number":"S1800","title":"Relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants","description":"For legislation relative to energy efficiency funds generated by municipal lighting plants. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2904","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1800","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770223,"bill_number":"S1304","title":"Relative to the parole recommendation panel","description":"For legislation relative to the parole recommendation panel. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1304","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770224,"bill_number":"S471","title":"Creating uniform beach warnings","description":"For legislation to create uniform beach warnings. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1956","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S471","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770225,"bill_number":"S289","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1975","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S289","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770226,"bill_number":"S1220","title":"To reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions","description":"For legislation to reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2468","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1220","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770227,"bill_number":"S556","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S556","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770228,"bill_number":"S323","title":"Relative to cost mitigation for school districts","description":"For legislation relative to cost mitigation for school districts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S323","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770229,"bill_number":"S569","title":"To benefit the health safety net trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to the health safety net trust fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S569","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770230,"bill_number":"S864","title":"Amending the victim of violent crime compensation law","description":"For legislation to amend the victim of violent crime compensation law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S864","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770231,"bill_number":"S1109","title":"Relative to the expenditure of certain municipal and district monies","description":"For legislation relative to the expenditure of certain municipal and district monies. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1109","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770232,"bill_number":"S947","title":"Relative to juvenile intimidation of witnesses, jurors and persons furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile intimidation of witnesses, jurors and persons furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S947","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770233,"bill_number":"S937","title":"Relative to juvenile murder","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S937","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770234,"bill_number":"S1596","title":"An act relative to eligible production expenses for the film tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to eligible production expenses for the film tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1596","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770235,"bill_number":"S290","title":"Relative to the powers and duties of a regional school district","description":"Relative to the powers and duties of regional school districts. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S290","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770236,"bill_number":"S1209","title":"Relative to the definition of podiatry","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of podiatry. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1209","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770237,"bill_number":"S122","title":"Promoting the planning and development of sustainable communities","description":"For legislation to promote the planning and development of sustainable communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2144","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S122","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770238,"bill_number":"S1008","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","description":"For legislation to establish a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4351","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1008","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770239,"bill_number":"S1776","title":"Relative to municipal light plants","description":"For legislation relative to municipal light plants. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1776","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770240,"bill_number":"S839","title":"Strengthening punishment for heroin dealers","description":"For legislation to strengthen punishment for heroin dealers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S839","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770241,"bill_number":"S894","title":"Relative to sex offender classification","description":"For legislation relative to sex offender classification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S894","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770242,"bill_number":"S483","title":"Relative to women’s health and economic equity","description":"For legislation relative to women’s health and economic equity. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2448","last_action_date":"2016-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S483","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770243,"bill_number":"S1852","title":"To waive motor vehicle registration fees for disabled veterans","description":"For legislation to waive motor vehicle registration fees for disabled veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1852","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770244,"bill_number":"S1853","title":"Relative to vehicle idling","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle idling. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1853","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770245,"bill_number":"S879","title":"To provide a dna exception for statute of limitations on sex offenses","description":"For legislation to provide a DNA exception for statute of limitations on sex offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S879","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770247,"bill_number":"S1268","title":"Relative to firearm owners protection","description":"For legislation relative to firearm owners protection. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1268","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770248,"bill_number":"S426","title":"Relative to payment of equine boarding fees","description":"For legislation relative to payment of equine boarding fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S426","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770249,"bill_number":"S274","title":"Relative to charter school tuition payments","description":"For legislation relative to charter school tuition payments. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S274","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770250,"bill_number":"S276","title":"Including recycling education in the Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Curriculum Framework","description":"For legislation to include recycling education in the Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Curriculum Framework. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S276","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770251,"bill_number":"S1015","title":"Relative to a worker documentation certification program","description":"For legislation relative to a worker documentation certification program. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1015","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770252,"bill_number":"S1659","title":"Proclaiming May as Aviation Awareness Month","description":"By Mr. Humason, a petition of Donald F. Humason, Jr., James M. Cantwell, Viriato M. deMacedo and Robert L. Hedlund 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1659","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770253,"bill_number":"S949","title":"Relative to bail review","description":"For legislation relative to bail review. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S949","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770254,"bill_number":"S1334","title":"Relative to assessments made by the state board of retirement to certain regional school districts","description":"For legislation relative to assessments made by the state board of retirement to certain regional school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1334","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770255,"bill_number":"S324","title":"Relative to education","description":"For legislation relative to education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S324","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770256,"bill_number":"S400","title":"Reestablishing the Clean Environment Fund","description":"For legislation to reestablish the Clean Environment Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4167","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S400","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770257,"bill_number":"S359","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S359","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770258,"bill_number":"S1469","title":"Encouraging employee student loan assistance","description":"For legislation to encourage employee student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1469","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770259,"bill_number":"S348","title":"Relative to increased access to safe swimming","description":"For legislation relative to increased access to safe swimming. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2341","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S348","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770260,"bill_number":"S187","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S187","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770261,"bill_number":"S1156","title":"Relative to certified professional midwives","description":"For legislation relative to certified professional midwives. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1998","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1156","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770262,"bill_number":"S90","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H76","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S90/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S90","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770263,"bill_number":"S1641","title":"Amending Public Records Law","description":"For legislation relative to amending public records law. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1641","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770264,"bill_number":"S1092","title":"Relative to tethering of dogs","description":"For legislation relative to tethering of dogs. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2229","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1092","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770265,"bill_number":"S243","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1971","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S243","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770266,"bill_number":"S1282","title":"Promote safety in the transportation of students","description":"For legislation to promote safety in the transportation of students. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2161","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1282","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770267,"bill_number":"S1827","title":"Relative to the operating of student pupil transportation","description":"For legislation to require drivers employed by companies transporting students to submit to alcohol and drug testing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1827","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770268,"bill_number":"S66","title":"Improving the children's medical security program and simplifying the administration process","description":"For legislation to improve the children's medical security program and simplifying the administration process. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2306","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S66/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S66","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770269,"bill_number":"S1828","title":"Further regulating junior operators","description":"For legislation to further regulating junior operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1828","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770270,"bill_number":"S746","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"For legislation relative to the uniform child custody jurisdiction and enforcement ac. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2392","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S746","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770271,"bill_number":"S152","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate","description":"For legislation to create a maximum allowable check-cashing rate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2323","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S152","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770272,"bill_number":"S1650","title":"Relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects","description":"For legislation relative to the fair participation of minority and women-owned businesses on public construction projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1650","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770273,"bill_number":"S1421","title":"Relative to retirement boards","description":"For legislation relative to Group 1, Group 2 or Group 4 employees with creditable service to serve on retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1421","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770274,"bill_number":"S744","title":"Relative to the compensation of a guardian ad litem in a contempt action","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of GAL to institute contempt proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S744","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770275,"bill_number":"S372","title":"Regarding spouses as caregivers","description":"For legislation relative to spouses as caregivers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2360","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S372","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770276,"bill_number":"S322","title":"Related to unfunded mandates on public schools","description":"For legislation related to unfunded mandates on public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2337","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S322","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770277,"bill_number":"S698","title":"Relative to the titling of certain manufactured homes","description":"For legislation relative to the titling of certain manufactured homes. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S698","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770278,"bill_number":"S1833","title":"To promote and advance motorcycle safety","description":"For legislation to promote and advance motorcycle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1833","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770279,"bill_number":"S1594","title":"To provide income tax relief during economic prosperity","description":"For legislation to provide income tax relief during economic prosperity. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1594","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770280,"bill_number":"S994","title":"Relative to workers' compensation coverage for officers of non-profit associations","description":"For legislation relative to workers' compensation coverage for officers of non-profit associations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1705","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S994","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770281,"bill_number":"S54","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for term renewal process","description":"By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon for a legislative amendment to the Constitution for term renewal process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S54/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S54","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770282,"bill_number":"S470","title":"To promote the viability and sustainability of commercial fisheries in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote the viability and sustainability of commercial fisheries in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S470","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770283,"bill_number":"S1680","title":"To reinvest savings for the financial health of the human service system","description":"For legislation to reinvest savings for the financial health of the human service system. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1680","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770284,"bill_number":"S518","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S518","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770285,"bill_number":"S1542","title":"Providing taxpayers a hearing at the Appellate Tax Board","description":"For legislation to provide taxpayers a hearing at the Appellate Tax Board. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1542","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770286,"bill_number":"S1134","title":"Relative to enhancing sexual assault evidence kit collection","description":"For legislation relative to enhancing sexual assault evidence kit collection. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1134","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770287,"bill_number":"S970","title":"Requiring recordkeeping at public construction worksites in order to protect first responders","description":"For legislation to require recordkeeping at public construction worksites in order to protect first responders. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S970","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770288,"bill_number":"S729","title":"Relative to parole eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to parole eligibility. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for Thursday, July 7, 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S729","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770289,"bill_number":"S875","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S875","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770290,"bill_number":"S1342","title":"Establishing creditable service for veterans","description":"For legislation to establish credible service for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1342","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770291,"bill_number":"S592","title":"Providing an alternative to institutional care","description":"For legislation to regard MassHealth applications. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S592","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770292,"bill_number":"S1179","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2211","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1179","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770293,"bill_number":"S916","title":"Relative to CORI reform","description":"For legislation relative to CORI reform. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S916","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770294,"bill_number":"S491","title":"Relating to administrative simplification","description":"For legislation relative to administrative simplification. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S491","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770296,"bill_number":"S504","title":"Prohibiting discrimination in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S504","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770297,"bill_number":"S239","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S239","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770298,"bill_number":"S72","title":"Establishing a plan to ensure the educational stability of foster children","description":"For legislation to establish a plan to ensure the educational stability of foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S72/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S72","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770299,"bill_number":"S1065","title":"Amending the municipal ticket law","description":"For legislation to amend the municipal ticket law. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1065","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770300,"bill_number":"S502","title":"Relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage","description":"For legislation relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2231","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S502","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770301,"bill_number":"S69","title":"Establishing the healthy incentives program","description":"For legislation to establish a health incentives program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S69/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S69","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770302,"bill_number":"S1560","title":"To promote business growth","description":"For legislation to promote business growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1560","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770303,"bill_number":"S1250","title":"Establishing regional lockup facilities","description":"For legislation to establish regional lockup facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1250","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770304,"bill_number":"S1706","title":"Concerning the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the City of Revere","description":"For legislation relative to the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the City of Revere. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2056","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1706","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770305,"bill_number":"S116","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S116","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770306,"bill_number":"S1613","title":"Relative to the preservation of historic agricultural structures","description":"For legislation relative to preservation of historic agricultural structures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1613","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770307,"bill_number":"S1390","title":"Relative to Brockton School Police","description":"For legislation relative to Brockton school police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1390","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770308,"bill_number":"S1029","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1029","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770309,"bill_number":"S913","title":"Providing for increased penalties for persons who commit crimes against the elderly","description":"For legislation to provide for increased penalties for persons who commit crimes against the elderly. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S913","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770310,"bill_number":"S823","title":"Relative to vehicular homicide while driving under the influence","description":"For legislation relative to vehicular homicide while driving under the influence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S823","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770311,"bill_number":"S995","title":"To clarify employer sanctions for improper expenditure of withholdings or deductions from wages","description":"For legislation to clarify employer sanctions for improper expenditure of withholdings or deductions from wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S995","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770312,"bill_number":"S411","title":"Establishing the Veterans and Warriors to Agriculture Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Veterans and Warriors to Agriculture Program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S411","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770313,"bill_number":"S1520","title":"Relative to the exemption of private pension income from taxation","description":"For legislation to exempt private pension income from taxation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1520","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770314,"bill_number":"S871","title":"Establishing a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court","description":"For legislation to establish a foreclosure review division of the Superior Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S871","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770315,"bill_number":"S1547","title":"Authorizing a city or town to designate a check-off on its real estate tax bills and to establish an economic aid fund","description":"For legislation to authorize a city or town to designate a checkoff on its real estate tax bills and to establish an economic aid fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1547","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770316,"bill_number":"S1322","title":"Relative to automatic sprinkler systems","description":"For legislation relative to automatic sprinkler systems. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1322","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770317,"bill_number":"S1766","title":"Further promoting energy efficiency and green jobs","description":"For legislation to promote energy efficiency and green jobs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1766","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770318,"bill_number":"S784","title":"Regarding the issuance of a warrant where there is an imminent threat","description":"For legislation to issue a warrant where there is an imminent threat. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S784","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770319,"bill_number":"S1493","title":"Relative to gas tax reimbursement for Massachusetts Turnpike toll payers","description":"For legislation relative to gas tax reimbursement for Massachusetts Turnpike toll payers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1493","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770321,"bill_number":"S1790","title":"Relative to community liaisons","description":"For legislation relative to community liaisons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1790","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770322,"bill_number":"S888","title":"Relative to standing to file certain appeals in the superior or land court","description":"For legislation relative to certain appeals in the Superior Court and the Land Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S888","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770323,"bill_number":"S117","title":"To promote livable communities","description":"For legislation to promote livable communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S117","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770324,"bill_number":"S857","title":"Relative to forfeiture reporting","description":"For legislation relative to forfeiture reporting. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S857","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770325,"bill_number":"S1755","title":"Relative to service quality standards","description":"For legislation relative to service quality standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1755","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770326,"bill_number":"S1735","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth Competition Council","description":"For legislation to establish the Commonwealth Competition Council. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1735","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770327,"bill_number":"S1090","title":"Relative to vacant, foreclosing and foreclosed property in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to vacant, foreclosing and foreclosed property in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1090","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770328,"bill_number":"S1570","title":"To increase transparency of taxpayers rights","description":"For legislation to increase transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1570","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770329,"bill_number":"S353","title":"To provide the elderly access to electronic billing services","description":"For legislation to provide the elderly access to electronic billing services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S353","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770330,"bill_number":"S974","title":"Relative to wage enforcement statutes of limitations","description":"For legislation relative to wage enforcement statutes of limitations. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S974","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770331,"bill_number":"S1100","title":"Providing for a workforce housing financial plan","description":"For legislation to provide for a workforce housing financial plan. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1100","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770332,"bill_number":"S998","title":"Relative to consumers and workers","description":"For legislation relative to consumers and workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S998","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770333,"bill_number":"S647","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S647","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770334,"bill_number":"S1475","title":"Reinvesting in working families","description":"For legislation to reinvest in working families. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1475","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770335,"bill_number":"S1895","title":"Further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders","description":"For legislation to further strengthen public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2445","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1895","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
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{"bill_id":770337,"bill_number":"S820","title":"To prevent intimidation in all courts of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to prevent intimidation in all courts of the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S820","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770338,"bill_number":"S202","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealing","description":"For legislation to regulate secondary metals dealing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H3806","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S202","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770339,"bill_number":"S991","title":"Relative to fair hiring practices","description":"For legislation relative to fair hiring practices. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S991","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770340,"bill_number":"S977","title":"Providing for the protection of emergency responders from dismissal","description":"For legislation to prohibit disciplinary actions by employers on employees serving as volunteer emergency responders. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S977","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770341,"bill_number":"S1276","title":"Expanding access to work release","description":"For legislation to expand access to work release. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1276","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770342,"bill_number":"S1004","title":"To clarify the earned sick time ballot question","description":"For legislation to clarify the earned sick time ballot question. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1004","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770343,"bill_number":"S724","title":"Consolidating statutes pertaining to jury service","description":"For legislation relative to consolidating statutes pertaining to jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1354","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S724","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770344,"bill_number":"S538","title":"Relative to homeowners' fire insurance policies","description":"For legislation relative to the homeowners' fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S538","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770346,"bill_number":"S1536","title":"Relative to the charitable donation of apparently wholesome food","description":"For legislation relative to the charitable donation of apparently wholesome food. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1536","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770347,"bill_number":"S747","title":"Relative to the age of tobacco purchase","description":"For legislation relative to the age of tobacco purchase. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S2152","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S747","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770348,"bill_number":"S1694","title":"Relative to the definition of fraud in public construction bid laws","description":"For legislation to define fraud in the public bidding process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1694","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770349,"bill_number":"S755","title":"Regulating the maintenance of encroaching vegetation","description":"For legislation to regulate the maintenance of encroaching vegetation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S755","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770350,"bill_number":"S1874","title":"Resolve relative to a special VFW Parkway master plan commission","description":"For legislation relative to a special VFW Parkway master plan commission. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1874","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770351,"bill_number":"S296","title":"Removing limitations on quality assessment of all charter school proposals","description":"For legislation to remove limitations on quality assessment of all charter school proposals. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S296","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770352,"bill_number":"S1126","title":"Relative to body art and body piercing regulation","description":"For legislation relative to body art and body piercing regulation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2212","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1126","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770353,"bill_number":"S1851","title":"To explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation","description":"For legislation explore alternative funding sources to ensure safe and reliable transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1851","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770354,"bill_number":"S297","title":"Further defining the role of school resource officers","description":"For legislation to further defining the role of school resource officers. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S297","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770355,"bill_number":"S1301","title":"Creating a pilot program to limit driving under the influence of alcohol","description":"For legislation to create a pilot program for repeat offenders driving under the influence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1301","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770356,"bill_number":"S215","title":"Relative to transparency of economic development spending","description":"For legislation relative to transparency of economic development spending. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S215","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770357,"bill_number":"S1734","title":"Relative to employee settlements","description":"For legislation relative to the confidentiality of employee settlements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1734","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770358,"bill_number":"S196","title":"Relative to enhancing Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks","description":"For legislation to enhance Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission background checks. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S196","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770359,"bill_number":"S1002","title":"To enhance employment opportunities","description":"For legislation to enhance employment opportunities. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1002","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770360,"bill_number":"S1291","title":"Relative to the towing away and storage of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to the towing away and storage of motor vehicles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2452","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1291","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770361,"bill_number":"S742","title":"Relating to the payment of interest on pecuniary legacies and pecuniary distributions under a trust instrument","description":"For legislation to pay interest on pecuniary legacies and pecuniary distributions under a trust instrument. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S742","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770362,"bill_number":"S1087","title":"To enforce snow removal requirements","description":"For legislation to enforce snow removal requirements. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1087","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770363,"bill_number":"S1838","title":"Relative to license requirements","description":"For legislation relative to license requirements. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2317","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1838","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770364,"bill_number":"S1749","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1749","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770365,"bill_number":"S1819","title":"Relative to addiction education for junior operators","description":"For legislation relative to addiction education for junior operators. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1819","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770366,"bill_number":"S1164","title":"To assess the Commonwealth’s eye care and vision health needs","description":"For legislation to assess the Commonwealth’s eye care and vision health needs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2046","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1164","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770367,"bill_number":"S1518","title":"To provide further revenue to the Financial Literacy Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to provide further revenue to the Financial Literacy Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1518","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770368,"bill_number":"S805","title":"Ensuring reliable land title to bolster local home ownership and business creation","description":"For legislation to ensure reliable land title to bolster local home ownership and business creation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S805","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770369,"bill_number":"S1327","title":"Relative to zero tolerance for violence and aggression by adults at youth sporting events","description":"For legislation relative to zero tolerance for violence and aggression by adults at youth sporting events. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1327","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770371,"bill_number":"S1105","title":"Relative to confidentiality of reports of rape and related offenses","description":"For legislation relative to confidentiality of reports of rape and related offenses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1105","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770372,"bill_number":"S999","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"For legislation to further define standards of employee safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2190","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S999","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770373,"bill_number":"S163","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S163","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770374,"bill_number":"S691","title":"Updating chapter 40R","description":"For legislation to update Chapter 40R. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S691","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770375,"bill_number":"S118","title":"To safeguard municipal permitting","description":"For legislation to safeguard municipal permitting. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2144","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S118","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770376,"bill_number":"S523","title":"Establishing accountability for managed care organizations","description":"For legislation to establish accountability for managed care organizations. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S523","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770377,"bill_number":"S1786","title":"To protect our environment and reduce the carbon footprint of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect our environment and reduce the carbon footprint of the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1786","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770378,"bill_number":"S350","title":"Related to just cause terminations","description":"For legislation relative to just cause terminations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2340","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S350","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770379,"bill_number":"S1158","title":"Relative to liability for genetically engineered food","description":"For legislation relative to liability for genetically engineered food. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1158","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770380,"bill_number":"S508","title":"Creating a commission to study automated teller machine safety","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study automated teller machine safety. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S508","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770381,"bill_number":"S1430","title":"Further regulating employee benefits","description":"For legislation to further regulate employee benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1430","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770383,"bill_number":"S1311","title":"Relative to police training","description":"For legislation relative to police training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1311","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770384,"bill_number":"S870","title":"To clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations","description":"For legislation to clarify the charitable purposes of certain organizations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S870","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770385,"bill_number":"S1682","title":"Relative to Congo conflict minerals","description":"For legislation relative to Congo conflict minerals. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2463","last_action_date":"2016-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1682","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770386,"bill_number":"S1186","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1186","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770387,"bill_number":"S233","title":"Providing for the evaluation of the economic impact of transportation projects","description":"For legislation to evaluate the economic impact of transportation projects. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S233","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770388,"bill_number":"S408","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts paint stewardship program","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts paint stewardship program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2052","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S408","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770389,"bill_number":"S1729","title":"Requiring fiscal responsibility","description":"For legislation to require fiscal responsibility. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1729","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770390,"bill_number":"S1393","title":"Relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee for Public Counsel Services","description":"For legislation relative to the collective bargaining rights for employees of the Committee for Public Counsel Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1393","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770391,"bill_number":"S651","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the ‘Learning Contract’","description":"For legislation for reimbursement for costs of the ‘Learning Contract’. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2097","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S651","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770392,"bill_number":"S1257","title":"Promoting use of body-worn cameras by law enforcement","description":"For legislation to promote use of body-worn cameras by law enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1257","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770393,"bill_number":"S908","title":"Relative to sexual deviants","description":"For legislation relative to sexual deviants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S908","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770394,"bill_number":"S990","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S990","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770395,"bill_number":"S1402","title":"Providing for an early retirement incentive for state employees","description":"For legislation to provide for an early retirement incentive for state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1402","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770397,"bill_number":"S123","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2271","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S123","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770398,"bill_number":"S1762","title":"Relative to energy storage systems","description":"For legislation relative to energy storage systems. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1762","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770399,"bill_number":"S711","title":"Relative to affordable housing in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing in the town of Shrewsbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S711","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770400,"bill_number":"S1523","title":"Clarifying occupancy excise and internet hotel room resellers","description":"For legislation to clarify occupancy excise and internet hotel room resellers. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4233","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1523","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770401,"bill_number":"S446","title":"Enhancing the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"For legislation to enhance the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2069","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S446","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770402,"bill_number":"S611","title":"To provide equal access to medical treatments essential for people with autism","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to medical treatments essential for people with autism. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S611","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770403,"bill_number":"S1668","title":"To authorize the leasing of the Ponkapoag Golf Course","description":"For legislation to authorize the leasing of Ponkapoag Golf Course. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1668","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770404,"bill_number":"S1872","title":"Increasing the penalty for distracted driving","description":"For legislation to increase the penalty for distracted driving. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1872","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770405,"bill_number":"S559","title":"Relative to transportation network company insurance","description":"For legislation relative to transportation network company insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4049","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S559","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770406,"bill_number":"S429","title":"Relative to Sunday hunting","description":"For legislation relative to Sunday hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S429","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770407,"bill_number":"S473","title":"Relative to pesticide applications","description":"For legislation relative to pesticide applications. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S473","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770408,"bill_number":"S886","title":"Relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police","description":"For legislation relative to indemnification of University of Massachusetts Police. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S886","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770409,"bill_number":"S969","title":"Improving vocational training opportunities for unemployed workers","description":"For legislation to improve vocational training opportunities for unemployed workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2405","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S969","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770410,"bill_number":"S598","title":"Relative to hospital closures and health planning","description":"For legislation relative to hospital closures and health planning. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2382","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S598","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770411,"bill_number":"S930","title":"Protecting the public from driving under the influence of marijuana","description":"For legislation to protect the public from driving under the influence of marijuana. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S930","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770412,"bill_number":"S420","title":"Relative to the Charles River water quality commission","description":"For legislation relative 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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S420","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770413,"bill_number":"S1350","title":"Relative to public investment in fossil fuels","description":"For legislation relative to public investment in fossil fuels. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1350","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770414,"bill_number":"S1658","title":"Designating the Lisette deLisle the official Mother's Day flower of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Lisette deLisle the official Mother's Day flower of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1658","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770415,"bill_number":"S1409","title":"Relative to corrections officers injured in the line of duty","description":"For legislation relative to corrections officers injured in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1409","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770416,"bill_number":"S1499","title":"Creating the Borderland State Park trust fund","description":"For legislation to create the Borderland State Park trust fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1499","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770417,"bill_number":"S1035","title":"Relative to the drug Salvinorin","description":"For legislation relative to the drug Salvinorin. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1035","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770418,"bill_number":"S1669","title":"Creating flexibility in contracting for public construction","description":"For legislation to create flexibility in contracting for public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1669","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770419,"bill_number":"S204","title":"Protecting consumers of sign language and oral interpretation and transliteration","description":"For legislation to protect consumers of sign language and oral interpretation and transliteration. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2248","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S204","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770420,"bill_number":"S772","title":"Regarding arraignments on subsequent criminal offenses","description":"For legislation relative to arraignments on subsequent criminal offenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S772","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770422,"bill_number":"S1038","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1038","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770423,"bill_number":"S492","title":"Relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes","description":"For legislation relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S492","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770424,"bill_number":"S1300","title":"Requiring payment by certain prisoners of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to require payment by certain prisoners of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1300","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770425,"bill_number":"S1489","title":"To Increase Transparency of Taxpayers Rights","description":"For legislation relative to increasing transparency of taxpayers rights. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1489","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770426,"bill_number":"S1146","title":"To reduce preventable hospital readmissions","description":"For legislation relative to preventable hospital readmissions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1146","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770427,"bill_number":"S1637","title":"Providing retirement options for private sector employees","description":"For legislation to provide retirement options for private sector employees. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1637","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770428,"bill_number":"S413","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S413","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770429,"bill_number":"S1514","title":"Relative to housing affordability and open space local needs","description":"For legislation relative to housing affordability and open space local needs. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1514","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770430,"bill_number":"S1434","title":"Relative to the contraction of MRSA by public safety personnel","description":"For legislation relative to the contraction of MRSA by public safety personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1434","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770431,"bill_number":"S208","title":"Relative to the inclusion of online courses in mandatory continuing education for electricians","description":"For legislation to include online courses in mandatory continuing education for electricians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Read and referred to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S208","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770432,"bill_number":"S939","title":"Relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1518","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S939","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770433,"bill_number":"S1479","title":"Relative to the inventory tax","description":"For legislation relative to the inventory tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1479","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770434,"bill_number":"S1042","title":"Relative to responsible stewardship by drug manufacturers","description":"For legislation relative to responsible stewardship by drug manufacturers. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1042","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770435,"bill_number":"S1626","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to identify a suitable location for a justice complex in Southern Middlesex County","description":"By Mr. Donnelly, a petition of Kenneth J. Donnelly and Marc T. Lombardo that provision be made for an investigation and study to identify and evaluate potential sites suitable for a jail facility in Southern Middlesex County. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1626","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770436,"bill_number":"S1418","title":"Relative to increasing the hours of employment of pensioners for services after retirement in the public sector","description":"For legislation to increase the hours of employment of pensioners for services after retirement in the public sector. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1418","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770437,"bill_number":"S1266","title":"Relative to change of address for firearm licensing","description":"For legislation relative to change of address for firearm licensing. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1266","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770438,"bill_number":"S57","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the subject matter of initiative petitions","description":"Relative to the subject matter of initiative petitions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S57/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S57","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770439,"bill_number":"S722","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 to provide 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S722","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770440,"bill_number":"S790","title":"Relative to controlled substances","description":"For legislation to include certain compounds in the classification of controlled substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S790","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770441,"bill_number":"S1462","title":"Providing home energy efficiency audits as a benefit of employment","description":"For legislation to provide for a corporate tax deduction to allow businesses to provide home energy efficiency audits to employees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1462","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770442,"bill_number":"S1807","title":"To protect vulnerable road users","description":"For legislation to protect vulnerable road users. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H3073","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1807","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770443,"bill_number":"S1016","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance reform","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance reform. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1016","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770444,"bill_number":"S1860","title":"To enhance public safety by providing implied consent in cases of persons operating under the influence of drugs","description":"For legislation to enhance public safety by providing implied consent in cases of persons operating under the influence of drugs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1860","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770445,"bill_number":"S1217","title":"Relative to the safety of Alzheimer’s disease patients","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of Alzheimer's disease patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1217","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770447,"bill_number":"S302","title":"Relative to equity in education funding","description":"For legislation relative to equity in education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S302","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770448,"bill_number":"S250","title":"To assist parental choice concerning special education placements","description":"For legislation to assist parental choice concerning special education placements. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S250","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770449,"bill_number":"S1290","title":"Relative to elevator certification fees","description":"For legislation relative to elevator certification fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1290","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770450,"bill_number":"S1150","title":"Relative to respiratory therapy","description":"For legislation relative to respiratory therapy. Public Health.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1150","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":770451,"bill_number":"S1840","title":"Professionalizing the delivery of core services of the Registry of Motor Vehicles","description":"For legislation to professionalize the delivery of core services at the registry of motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1840","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770452,"bill_number":"S1346","title":"Relative to Option (d) beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to Option (d) beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1346","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770453,"bill_number":"S399","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S399","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770454,"bill_number":"S1358","title":"Establishing the fair share pension act","description":"For legislation to tax certain public employee pension compensation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1358","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770455,"bill_number":"S1137","title":"Restricting the sale of tobacco products at health care institutions","description":"For legislation to restrict the sale of tobacco products at health care institutions. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1137","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770456,"bill_number":"S1232","title":"Promoting access to accurate medical information","description":"For legislation to promote access to accurate medical information. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1232","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770457,"bill_number":"S1575","title":"To improve tax administration processes in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to improve tax administration processes in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1575","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770458,"bill_number":"S565","title":"Relative to physician assistants","description":"For legislation relative to physician assistants. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1024","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S565","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770459,"bill_number":"S1011","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1011","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770460,"bill_number":"S1611","title":"Relative to property tax relief for senior citizens","description":"For legislation relative to property tax relief for senior citizens. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1611","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770461,"bill_number":"S264","title":"Relating to special education funding","description":"For legislation relative to special education funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2342","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S264","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770462,"bill_number":"S783","title":"Regarding the penalties for drag racing","description":"For legislation relative to the penalties for drag racing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S783","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770463,"bill_number":"S1859","title":"Relative to pedestrian safety","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1859","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770464,"bill_number":"S1051","title":"Relative to creating a pilot program to transfer high acuity behavioral health and dual diagnosis patients away from overcrowded emergency departments","description":"For legislation relative to creating a pilot program to transfer high acuity behavioral health and dual diagnosis patients away from overcrowded emergency departments. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1051","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770465,"bill_number":"S804","title":"Further defining fraud in public construction contracts","description":"For legislation to further define fraud in public construction contracts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S804","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770466,"bill_number":"S1260","title":"Relative to amusement devices","description":"For legislation relative to amusement devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1260","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770467,"bill_number":"S1360","title":"To reform and modernize legislative transportation reimbursement","description":"For legislation to reform and modernize legislative transportation reimbursement. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1360","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770468,"bill_number":"S1191","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in schools","description":"For legislation to require automated external defibrillators in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2449","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1191","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770469,"bill_number":"S405","title":"To mitigate water resource impacts","description":"For legislation relative to water resource impacts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S405","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770470,"bill_number":"S1228","title":"Relative to parity in the restroom facility requirement for stadiums","description":"For legislation relative to parity in the restroom facility requirement for stadiums. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1228","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770472,"bill_number":"S1110","title":"To increase the amount that may be appropriated from the balance of a capital project fund","description":"For legislation to increase the amount that can be appropriated from the balance of a capital project fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1110","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770473,"bill_number":"S462","title":"Relative to the safety and reclamation of quarries","description":"For legislation relative to the safety and reclamation of quarries. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S462","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770474,"bill_number":"S1904","title":"Relative to drivers license information","description":"For legislation relative to drivers license information. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1904","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770475,"bill_number":"S1415","title":"Expanding access to health care for employees of charter school","description":"For legislation to expand access to health care for employees of charter school. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1415","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770476,"bill_number":"S758","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"For legislation relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S758","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770477,"bill_number":"S455","title":"Providing funding for clean energy and energy efficiency measures for the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to provide funding for clean energy and energy efficiency measures for the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S455","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770478,"bill_number":"S1507","title":"To promote high-tech job growth in gateway cities","description":"For legislation to promote high-tech job growth in gateway cities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1507","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":770479,"bill_number":"S1900","title":"Relative to high speed chases","description":"For legislation relative to high speed chases. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1900","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770480,"bill_number":"S461","title":"Relative to traffic laws enforcement by environmental police officers","description":"For legislation relative to traffic laws enforcement by environmental police officers. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S461","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770481,"bill_number":"S901","title":"Relative to the geographical jurisdiction of the Housing Court Department","description":"For legislation relative to the geographical jurisdiction of the Housing Court Department. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S901","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770482,"bill_number":"S652","title":"To expand UMMS class size and allow up to 25 non-Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to expand UMMS class size and allow up to 25 non-Massachusetts residents. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S652","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770483,"bill_number":"S1672","title":"Creating a commission to examine accessibility for persons with disabilities in public buildings","description":"For legislation to create a commission to examine accessibility for persons with disabilities in public buildings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1672","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770484,"bill_number":"S815","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S815","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770485,"bill_number":"S1608","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1608","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770486,"bill_number":"S809","title":"Restoring enforcement of civil rights","description":"For legislation to restore enforcement of civil rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S809","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770487,"bill_number":"S545","title":"Relative to the security of personal financial information","description":"For legislation relative to the security of personal financial information. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S545","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770488,"bill_number":"S85","title":"For passage to independence","description":"For legislation relative to passage to independence. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S85/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S85","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770489,"bill_number":"S1769","title":"To protect Massachusetts gas and electric ratepayers","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts gas and electric ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1769","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770490,"bill_number":"S1825","title":"Clarifying the definition of commercial motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to clarify the definition of commercial motor vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H3101","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1825","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770491,"bill_number":"S1651","title":"Relative to local impacts of enacted legislation","description":"For legislation relative to local impacts of enacted legislation. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1651","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770492,"bill_number":"S775","title":"Regarding judicial disqualification","description":"For legislation relative to judicial disqualification. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S775","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770493,"bill_number":"S241","title":"An act relative to gaming","description":"For legislation relative to gaming. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S241","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770494,"bill_number":"S631","title":"Relative to health insurance penalties","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance penalties. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S631","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770495,"bill_number":"S1743","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1743","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770497,"bill_number":"S1497","title":"Expanding senior tax reductions for volunteer services","description":"For legislation to expand senior tax reductions for volunteer services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1497","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770498,"bill_number":"S767","title":"Relative to probation surrender","description":"For legislation relative to probation surrender and bail revocation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S767","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770499,"bill_number":"S906","title":"Promoting rental housing stability","description":"For legislation to promote rental housing stability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S906","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770500,"bill_number":"S384","title":"Relative to voter privacy","description":"Relative to voter privacy. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S384","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770501,"bill_number":"S340","title":"Relative to school safety issues","description":"For legislation relative to school safety issues. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S297","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S340","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770502,"bill_number":"S1098","title":"Relative to submitting annual reports of cities and towns to the State Library","description":"For legislation relative to submitting annual reports of cities and towns to the State Library. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1098","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770503,"bill_number":"S1021","title":"Relative to workers compensation insurance","description":"For legislation relative to workers compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1021","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770504,"bill_number":"S662","title":"Reforming institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid","description":"For legislation to reform institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S662","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770505,"bill_number":"S997","title":"Establishing a Commonwealth citizen service initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Service Alliance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1980","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S997","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770506,"bill_number":"S140","title":"Regarding document preparation fees for motor vehicle sales","description":"For legislation relative to document preparation fees for motor vehicle sales. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S140","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770507,"bill_number":"S938","title":"Relative to private right of action to preserve public safety","description":"For legislation relative to private right of action to preserve public safety. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S938","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770508,"bill_number":"S1174","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1174","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770509,"bill_number":"S1702","title":"Relative to protecting the taxpayers of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the taxpayers of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1702","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770510,"bill_number":"S1465","title":"To support educational opportunity for all","description":"For legislation to support educational opportunity for all. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1465","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770511,"bill_number":"S1591","title":"To phase out the corporate excise tax on property of net worth","description":"For legislation to phase out the corporate excise tax on property of net worth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1591","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770512,"bill_number":"S709","title":"Resolve creating a commission to study ways to prevent bullying of tenants in public and subsidized multi-family housing","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study ways to prevent bullying of tenants in public and subsidized multi-family housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1984","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S709","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770513,"bill_number":"S203","title":"Relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission","description":"Relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2247","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S203","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770514,"bill_number":"S437","title":"Relative to sustainable water conservation practices","description":"For legislation relative to sustainable water conservation practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S437","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770515,"bill_number":"S1889","title":"Promoting road safety","description":"By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr and Donald F. Humason, Jr. for legislaton to promote road safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1889","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770516,"bill_number":"S770","title":"Relative to law-enforcement access to communications records","description":"For legislation relative to law enforcement access to communications records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S770","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770517,"bill_number":"S1173","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1173","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770518,"bill_number":"S193","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S193","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770519,"bill_number":"S1161","title":"Relative to prescription monitoring of certain commonly abused drugs","description":"For legislation relative to prescription monitoring of certain commonly abused drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1161","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770520,"bill_number":"S604","title":"Establishing a public health option","description":"For legislation to establish a public health option. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S604","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770522,"bill_number":"S1797","title":"Establishing a fee on the storage of spent nuclear fuel in pools","description":"For legislation to establish a fee on the storage of spent nuclear fuel in pools. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1797","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770523,"bill_number":"S1084","title":"Relative to constitutional rights","description":"For legislation relative to constitutional rights. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1084","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770524,"bill_number":"S1896","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1896","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770525,"bill_number":"S1741","title":"Relative to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center","description":"Relative to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1741","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770526,"bill_number":"S812","title":"Relative to privileged communications","description":"For legislation relative to privileged communications. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S812","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770527,"bill_number":"S1444","title":"Relative to retirement systems and pensions for correctional officers","description":"For legislation relative to retirement systems and pensions for correctional officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1444","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770528,"bill_number":"S206","title":"Relative to identification for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Relative to identification for the purchase of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4135","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S206","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770529,"bill_number":"S1543","title":"Modernizing the corporate excise tax","description":"For legislation relative to the corporate excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1543","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770530,"bill_number":"S1201","title":"Relative to medication aides","description":"For legislation relative to medication aides. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1201","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770531,"bill_number":"S1498","title":"Relative to contributions to 401(k) by self-employed persons","description":"For legislation relative to contributions to 401(k) by self-employed persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1498","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770532,"bill_number":"S1552","title":"Limiting proposition 2 1/2 override elections and allowing an underride in all communities","description":"For legislation to limit proposition 2 1/2 override elections and allowing an underride in all communities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1552","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770533,"bill_number":"S1347","title":"Clarifying accidental disability benefits","description":"For legislation clarifying accidental disability benefits . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1347","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770534,"bill_number":"S1075","title":"Promoting healthy communities","description":"For legislation relative to comprehensive land use reform and partnership. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1075","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770535,"bill_number":"S1779","title":"Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2858","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1779","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770536,"bill_number":"S1439","title":"Relative to post-retirement employment","description":"For legislation relative to post-retirement employment. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2158","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1439","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770537,"bill_number":"S1662","title":"Relative to increasing information sharing among state agencies","description":"For legislation relative to increasing information sharing among state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1662","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770538,"bill_number":"S149","title":"Relative to updating reciprocity for licensing optometrists","description":"For legislation to update reciprocity for licensing optometrists. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S149","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770539,"bill_number":"S258","title":"Relative to financial literacy curriculum","description":"Relative to mandating a curriculum in the public schools on personal financial literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S258","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770540,"bill_number":"S131","title":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","description":"For legislation to provide consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2377","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S131","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770541,"bill_number":"S693","title":"Relative to the membership of Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority","description":"For legislation relative to the Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority. Housing.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 173 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S693","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770542,"bill_number":"S1813","title":"Relative to traffic safety","description":"For legislation relative to traffic safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1813","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770543,"bill_number":"S609","title":"Relative to health management and wellness","description":"For legislation relative to health management and wellness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S609","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770544,"bill_number":"S872","title":"To strengthen the anti-human trafficking law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Anti-Human Trafficking Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2444","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S872","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770545,"bill_number":"S386","title":"To ensure appropriate capital payment for nursing facilities","description":"For legislation to ensure appropriate capital payment for nursing facilities. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S386","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770547,"bill_number":"S516","title":"Relative to patient care access","description":"For legislation relative to patient care access. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S516","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770548,"bill_number":"S1592","title":"Relative to corporate excise tax reform","description":"For legislation relative to corporate excise tax reform. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1592","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770549,"bill_number":"S1751","title":"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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2159","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1751","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770550,"bill_number":"S1508","title":"To eliminate the tax deduction for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing","description":"For legislation to eliminate the tax deduction for direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical marketing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1508","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770551,"bill_number":"S132","title":"Relative to real estate document disclosure","description":"For legislation relative to timely real estate document disclosure. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S132","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770552,"bill_number":"S819","title":"Relative to dangerousness hearings","description":"For legislation relative to dangerousness hearings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S819","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770553,"bill_number":"S1862","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2267","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1862","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770554,"bill_number":"S1845","title":"Relative to motorcycle noise","description":"For legislation relative to motorcycle noise. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1845","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770555,"bill_number":"S267","title":"Ensuring high quality pre-kindergarten education","description":"For legislation to ensure high quality pre-kindergarten education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S267","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770556,"bill_number":"S478","title":"Relative to vegetation management","description":"For legislation relative to vegetation management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S478","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770557,"bill_number":"S1059","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1059","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770558,"bill_number":"S1416","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1416","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770559,"bill_number":"S560","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S560","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770560,"bill_number":"S156","title":"Relative to fair fines to increase local revenue","description":"For legislation relative to fair fines to increase local revenue. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S156","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770561,"bill_number":"S1332","title":"Relative to the definition of veteran for public retirees","description":"For legislation to define veteran for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1332","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770562,"bill_number":"S1033","title":"Resolve establishing a commission to investigate state licensed addiction treatment centers","description":"For legislation to establish a commission to investigate state licensed addiction treatment centers. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1033","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770563,"bill_number":"S1885","title":"Relative to fix it first plan","description":"For legislation relative to fix it first plan. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1885","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770564,"bill_number":"S363","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2316","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S363","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770565,"bill_number":"S1802","title":"To create the position of musician laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create the position of musician laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2236","last_action_date":"2016-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1802","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770566,"bill_number":"S616","title":"To benefit the Health Safety Net Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to benefit the Health Safety Net Trust Fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S616","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770567,"bill_number":"S836","title":"Establishing a Bill of Rights for victims of sexual assault and related purposes","description":"For legislation to establish a Bill of Rights for victims of sexual assault and related purposes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S836","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770568,"bill_number":"S1506","title":"Relative to the Gold Star tax abatement","description":"For legislation relative to the Gold Star tax abatement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2105","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1506","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770569,"bill_number":"S1280","title":"Relative to police training","description":"For legislation relative to police training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S1311","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1280","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770570,"bill_number":"S726","title":"Relative to assistant district attorneys and committee for public counsel services attorneys","description":"For legislation relative to assistant district attorneys and committee for public counsel services attorneys. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S726","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770572,"bill_number":"S293","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. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S293","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770573,"bill_number":"S1700","title":"Relative to obtaining information","description":"For legislation to obtain public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1700","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770574,"bill_number":"S1279","title":"Relative to the regionalization of public safety services","description":"For legislation relative to the regionalization of public safety services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1279","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770575,"bill_number":"S319","title":"Relative to projects funded by the school building authority","description":"For legislation relative to projects funded by the school building authority. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2341","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S319","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770576,"bill_number":"S146","title":"Relative to family financial protection","description":"For legislation relative to family financial protection. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S146","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770577,"bill_number":"S1205","title":"Establishing a board of registration in naturopathy","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration in naturopathy. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2148","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1205","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770578,"bill_number":"S139","title":"Relative to jewelry sold by hawkers and peddlers","description":"For legislation relative to jewelry sold by hawkers and peddlers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S139","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770579,"bill_number":"S1848","title":"Relative to child passenger safety","description":"For legislation relative to child passenger safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2520","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1848","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770580,"bill_number":"S394","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S394","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770581,"bill_number":"S1438","title":"Relative to line of duty death benefits","description":"For legislation relative to line of duty death benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1438","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770582,"bill_number":"S255","title":"Relative to special education transportation costs","description":"For legislation relative to special education transportation costs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S255","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770583,"bill_number":"S232","title":"Encouraging small business growth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to encourage small business growth in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2134","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S232","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770584,"bill_number":"S541","title":"Concerning out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drug coverage","description":"For legislation relative to out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drug coverage. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S541","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770585,"bill_number":"S829","title":"Relative to data collection and fair treatment of drivers","description":"For legislation to improve the collection and analsis of data realitve to traffic stops. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S829","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770586,"bill_number":"S1074","title":"Encouraging municipal recycling and composting","description":"For legislation to encourage municipal recycling and composting. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1074","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770587,"bill_number":"S996","title":"To improve the Commonwealth's economy with a strong minimum wage","description":"For legislation to improve the Commonwealth's economy with a strong minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S996","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770588,"bill_number":"S1875","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1875","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770589,"bill_number":"S590","title":"To provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs","description":"For legislation to provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S590","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770590,"bill_number":"S424","title":"Relative to hunting with a bow and arrow","description":"For legislation relative to hunting with a bow and arrow. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S415","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S424","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770591,"bill_number":"S288","title":"Relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students","description":"For legislation relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2331","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S288","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770592,"bill_number":"S935","title":"Relative to juvenile murder retroactivity","description":"For legislation relative to juvenile murder retroactivity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S935","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770593,"bill_number":"S1863","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1863","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770594,"bill_number":"S1143","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1143","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770595,"bill_number":"S893","title":"Relative to employee records","description":"For legislation relative to employee records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S893","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770597,"bill_number":"S1782","title":"To prohibit misleading telemarketer calls to consumers","description":"For legislation to prohibit misleading telemarketer calls to consumers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1782","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770598,"bill_number":"S896","title":"Relative to due process to prohibit the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from adopting environmental and developmental policies that would infringe or restrict private property rights","description":"For legislation relative to due process to prohibit the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions from adopting environmental and developmental policies that would infringe or restrict private property rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S896","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770599,"bill_number":"S628","title":"To protect health care reform funding","description":"For legislation to protect health care reform funding. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S628","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770600,"bill_number":"S490","title":"Relative to notice of payment of services","description":"For legislation relative to notice of payment of services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S490","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770601,"bill_number":"S1545","title":"Enhancing the creative economy through the tax code","description":"For legislation to enhance the creative economy through the tax code. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1545","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770602,"bill_number":"S584","title":"To provide access to patient protection for all Massachusetts citizens","description":"For legislation to provide access to patient protection services for all Massachusetts citizens. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S584","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770603,"bill_number":"S1412","title":"Relative to the employee rights of employees of the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employee rights. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1412","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770604,"bill_number":"S701","title":"Relating to 40B project lists","description":"For legislation relative to 40B project lists. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S701","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770605,"bill_number":"S1294","title":"Creating a drug dealer registry in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to create a drug dealer registry in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1294","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770606,"bill_number":"S1636","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1636","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770607,"bill_number":"S989","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination regional advisory boards","description":"For legislation relative to nondiscrimination regional advisory boards. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2283","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S989","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770608,"bill_number":"S305","title":"To incentivize efficiencies in the education system of the Commonwealth through the economies of scale","description":"For legislation to incentivize efficiencies in the education system of the Commonwealth through the economies of scale. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S305","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770609,"bill_number":"S1007","title":"Resolutions encouraging equitable and diverse gender representation on the boards of companies in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to encourage equitable and diverse gender representation on the boards of companies in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Resolutions adopted 156 YEAS to 0 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 166)","last_action_date":"2015-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1007","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770610,"bill_number":"S619","title":"Relative to transfer of assets by MassHealth members","description":"For legislation relative to transfer of assets by MassHealth members. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S619","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770611,"bill_number":"S1639","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Sutton to Tim and Tammy Mahoney","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Sutton to Tim and Tammy Mahoney. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1639","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770612,"bill_number":"S878","title":"To protect health and safety of animals in vehicles","description":"For legislation to protect health and safety of animals in vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2369","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S878","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770613,"bill_number":"S431","title":"Relative to the Use of Crossbows","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S414","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S431","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770614,"bill_number":"S832","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S832","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770615,"bill_number":"S333","title":"Relative to safety response in schools","description":"For legislation relative to safety response in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S333","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770616,"bill_number":"S1272","title":"Relative to the Lawful Sale of Handguns","description":"For legislation relative to the lawful sale of handguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1272","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770617,"bill_number":"S1408","title":"Relative to disability pension benefits and earnings reports","description":"For legislation relative to disability pension benefits and earnings reports. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1408","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770618,"bill_number":"S1527","title":"Resolve relative to an automatic reduction in the sales tax","description":"For legislation to automatically reduce the sales tax if certain revenue growth is exceeded. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1527","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770619,"bill_number":"S1361","title":"Relative to protecting innocent beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to protecting innocent beneficiaries. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1361","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770620,"bill_number":"S1343","title":"Relative to the contribution for insurance premiums of certain retired employees","description":"For legislation relative to the contribution for insurance premiums of certain retired employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1343","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770622,"bill_number":"S1129","title":"Relative to the creation of a sports injury commission","description":"For legislation to create a sports injury commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1129","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770623,"bill_number":"S489","title":"Relative to medical malpractice insurance for dentists","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice insurance for dentists. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S489","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770624,"bill_number":"S1403","title":"Relative to appellate review","description":"For legislation relative to the state police. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1403","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770625,"bill_number":"S1181","title":"Regarding MassHealth applications","description":"Relative to providing for a presumptive eligibility program for MassHealth applicants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1181","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770626,"bill_number":"S1139","title":"Relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products","description":"For legislations relative to the disclosure of toxic chemicals in children’s products. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1139","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770628,"bill_number":"S1644","title":"Relative to timely decisions by awarding authorities","description":"For legislation relative to timely decisions by awarding authorities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1644","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770629,"bill_number":"S1363","title":"Relative to collective bargaining","description":"For legislation to reject that union membership be required to pay the fair share provision. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1363","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770630,"bill_number":"S1569","title":"To provide a no tax law","description":"For legislation to provide a no tax law. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1569","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770631,"bill_number":"S903","title":"To protect electronic privacy","description":"For legislation to update privacy protections for personal electronic information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S903","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770632,"bill_number":"S1666","title":"Authorizing the leasing of the Leo Jerome Martin Memorial Golf Course","description":"For legislation to authorize the leasing of the Leo J. Martin memorial golf course. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1666","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770633,"bill_number":"S911","title":"To promote accountability and public confidence in the Massachusetts judicial system","description":"For legislation to promote accountability and public confidence in the Massachusetts judicial system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S911","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770634,"bill_number":"S1765","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1765","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770635,"bill_number":"S1460","title":"Relative to senior citizen property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to senior citizen property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1958","last_action_date":"2015-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1460","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770636,"bill_number":"S1082","title":"Relative to regional stabilization funds","description":"For legislation relative to regional stabilization funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1082","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770637,"bill_number":"S1667","title":"Providing the commonwealth with greater flexibility in public contracting","description":"For legislation to provide the Commonwealth with greater flexibility in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1667","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770638,"bill_number":"S965","title":"Relative to unemployment insurance","description":"For legislation relative to unemployment insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S965","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770639,"bill_number":"S549","title":"Relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes","description":"For legislation relative to notice requirements for insurance premium changes and insurance coverage changes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S549","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770640,"bill_number":"S1022","title":"Authorizing municipal increases in minimum wages","description":"For legislation to authorize municipal increases in minimum wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1022","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770641,"bill_number":"S1722","title":"Providing for alternative delivery of infrastructure projects","description":"For legislation relative providing for alternative delivery of infrastructure projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1722","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770642,"bill_number":"S488","title":"Relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief","description":"For legislation relative to Holocaust victims insurance relief. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S488","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770643,"bill_number":"S244","title":"Establishing an Office of Rural Policy","description":"For legislation to establish an Office of Rural Policy. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2134","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S244","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770644,"bill_number":"S867","title":"Amending the statute of limitations in civil rights actions","description":"For legislation to amend the statute of limitations in civil rights actions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S867","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770645,"bill_number":"S645","title":"Ensuring access to necessary hospital services","description":"For legislation to ensure access to necessary hospital services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S645","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770646,"bill_number":"S1242","title":"Relative to preventing illegal trafficking of firearms","description":"For legislation to prevent illegal trafficking of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1242","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770648,"bill_number":"S211","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S211","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770649,"bill_number":"S310","title":"Expanding inclusive transition programs for students with severe disabilities","description":"For legislation to expand inclusive transition programs for students with severe disabilities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3683","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S310","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770650,"bill_number":"S1326","title":"Relative to emergency first responder notification","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Emergency Information Program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1326","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770651,"bill_number":"S1595","title":"To support commercial fishing","description":"For legislation to support commercial fishing. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1595","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770652,"bill_number":"S1642","title":"Reducing the cost of government and creating jobs","description":"For legislation to reduce the cost of government and creating jobs. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1642","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770653,"bill_number":"S1906","title":"Resolutions Budget For All","description":"By Mr. Lewis, a petition of Jason M. Lewis, Michael J. Barrett, Patricia D. Jehlen, Ruth B. Balser 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1906","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770654,"bill_number":"S672","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2157","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S672","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770655,"bill_number":"S579","title":"Establishing Medicare for all in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish Medicare for all in Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S579","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770656,"bill_number":"S1699","title":"Relative to the environment and public health","description":"For legislation relative to the environment and public health. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1699","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770657,"bill_number":"S1324","title":"Relative to the issuance of uniform firefighter identification cards","description":"For legislation relative to the issuance of uniform firefighter identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1324","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770658,"bill_number":"S527","title":"To increase the surcharge threshold for minor accidents","description":"For legislation to increase the surcharge threshold for minor accidents. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S527","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770659,"bill_number":"S191","title":"Relative to local aid lottery expansion","description":"For legislation relative to local aid lottery expansion. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S191","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770660,"bill_number":"S513","title":"Relative to risk classifications for medical liability insurance","description":"For legislation relative to risk classifications for medical liability insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S513","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770661,"bill_number":"S1732","title":"Relative to state spending control","description":"For legislation relative to state spending control. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1732","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770662,"bill_number":"S1618","title":"Relative to jobs, workforce development, and main street fairness","description":"For legislation relative to jobs, workforce development, and main street fairness. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1618","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770663,"bill_number":"S1627","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1627","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770664,"bill_number":"S1278","title":"Resolve providing for investigating construction practices and their impact on firefighter deaths","description":"By Mr. Kennedy, a petition of Thomas P. Kennedy and Louis L. Kafka to provide for investigating construction practices and their impact on firefighter deaths. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1278","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770665,"bill_number":"S688","title":"To increase access to higher education","description":"For legislation to increase access to higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S664","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S688","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770666,"bill_number":"S1880","title":"Relative to distinctive license plates","description":"For legislation relative to distinctive license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1880","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770667,"bill_number":"S980","title":"Clarifying earned paid sick time","description":"For legislation to clarify earned paid sick time. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported adversely by committee","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S980","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770668,"bill_number":"S1785","title":"To protect our environment and update our climate action plan","description":"For legislation to protect our environment and update our climate action plan. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1785","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770669,"bill_number":"S1494","title":"Increasing the property tax deferral for seniors","description":"For legislation to increase the property tax deferral for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1494","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770670,"bill_number":"S1227","title":"Relative to cleanliness in restaurants and bars","description":"For legislation relative to cleanliness in restaurants and bars. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2187","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1227","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770671,"bill_number":"S112","title":"Relating to 40B density","description":"For legislation relative to 40B density. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S112","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770673,"bill_number":"S170","title":"Concerning adjustments to certain petroleum products","description":"For legislation relative to adjustments to certain petroleum products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S170","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770674,"bill_number":"S640","title":"Relative to small group eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to small group eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S640","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770675,"bill_number":"S1777","title":"Relative to conditional expansion of the bottle bill","description":"For legislation relative to conditional expansion of the bottle bill. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1777","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770676,"bill_number":"S1426","title":"To define member contribution for retirement system","description":"For legislation to define member contribution for retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1426","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770677,"bill_number":"S1032","title":"Banning the prescription of opoids in the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Hedlund, a petition of Robert L. Hedlund and David F. DeCoste foe legislation to ban the prescription of opoids in the Commonwealth. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1032","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770678,"bill_number":"S398","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S398","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770679,"bill_number":"S474","title":"Resolve relative to the Middlesex Canal Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the Middlesex Canal Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S474","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770680,"bill_number":"S1736","title":"An act to promote private sector job growth and reduce state spending","description":"For legislation to promote private sector job growth and reduce state spending. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1736","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770681,"bill_number":"S51","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution establishing an independent redistricting commission","description":"By Mr. Eldridge, a petition of James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis, Paul R. Heroux and Denise Provost for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to establish an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S51/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S51","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770682,"bill_number":"S856","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest rates","description":"For legislation relative to prejudgment interest rates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S856","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770683,"bill_number":"S600","title":"Relative to payment for long term care workers CORIs","description":"For legislation to provide financial relief to long term care facilitiesrequired to obtain criminal offender record informationfor potential employees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S600","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770684,"bill_number":"S1055","title":"Relative to the classification of the street drug known as Molly","description":"For legislation relative to the classification of the street drug known as Molly. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1055","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770685,"bill_number":"S621","title":"Relative to monthly enrollment for Medicaid beneficiaries","description":"For legislation relative to monthly enrollment for Medicaid beneficiaries. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S621","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770686,"bill_number":"S380","title":"Relative to fair election in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to fair election in Massachusetts. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S380","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770687,"bill_number":"S1386","title":"Authorizing certain public employees creditable retirement service for service in the armed forces","description":"For legislation to authorize certain public employees creditable retirement service in the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1386","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770688,"bill_number":"S199","title":"Relative to plumbing engineers","description":"For legislation relative to plumbing engineers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S199","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770689,"bill_number":"S643","title":"Relative to mandated benefits","description":"For legislation relative to mandated benefits. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S643","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770690,"bill_number":"S369","title":"Relative to psychotropic medications","description":"For legislation relative to psychotropic medications. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2316","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S369","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770691,"bill_number":"S1663","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1663","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770692,"bill_number":"S934","title":"Further defining a bona fide coin-operated amusement machine","description":"For legislation to futher defining a bonafide coinoperated amusement machine. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S934","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770693,"bill_number":"S720","title":"Streamlining housing permitting","description":"For legislation to streamline housing permitting. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S720","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770694,"bill_number":"S575","title":"Relative to tiered networks","description":"For legislation relative to tiered networks. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S575","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770695,"bill_number":"S391","title":"Relative to unfunded election audits","description":"For legislation relative to unfunded election audits. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S391","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770696,"bill_number":"S307","title":"Relative to providing for the specific needs of students achieving","description":"For legislation relative to providing for the specific needs of students achieving. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2337","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S307","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770698,"bill_number":"S984","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S984","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770699,"bill_number":"S806","title":"Relative to heroin trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to heroin trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S806","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770700,"bill_number":"S1865","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2088","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1865","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770701,"bill_number":"S1577","title":"Clarifying the application of the throw out rule for corporate excise sales factor apportionment purposes","description":"For legislation to clarify the application of the throw out rule for corporate excise sales factor apportionment purposes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1577","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770702,"bill_number":"S107","title":"To promote employment","description":"For legislation to promote employment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S107","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770703,"bill_number":"S808","title":"To decriminalize being in the presence of heroin","description":"For legislation to decriminalize being in the presence of heroin. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S808","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770704,"bill_number":"S282","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2340","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S282","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770705,"bill_number":"S1473","title":"Relative to retaliatory taxation","description":"For legislation relative to retaliatory taxation by life insurance companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1473","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770706,"bill_number":"S1876","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. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1876","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770707,"bill_number":"S292","title":"Relative to charter school enrollment","description":"For legislation relative to charter school enrollment. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S292","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770708,"bill_number":"S881","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S881","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770709,"bill_number":"S1380","title":"To ensure continued public retiree healthcare benefits","description":"For legislation to ensure continued public retiree healthcare benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1380","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770710,"bill_number":"S1448","title":"Repealing the property tax exemption for Massport lessees","description":"For legislation to repeal the property tax exemption for Massport lessees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1448","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770711,"bill_number":"S147","title":"Relative to debt settlement","description":"For legislation relative to debt settlement. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S147","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770712,"bill_number":"S876","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S876","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770713,"bill_number":"S345","title":"Relative to the teaching of American Sign Language","description":"For legislation to teach American Sign language. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S345","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770714,"bill_number":"S582","title":"Regarding the countable assets of medical assistance recipients","description":"For legislation relative to the countable assets of medical assistance recipients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S582","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770715,"bill_number":"S277","title":"Enhancing school district transportation safety","description":"For legislation to enhance school district transportation safety. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2341","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S277","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770716,"bill_number":"S1711","title":"Relative to transparency in government with regard to consultant expenses","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in government with regard to consultant expenses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1711","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770717,"bill_number":"S1480","title":"Stimulating small business investment","description":"For legislation to stimulating small business investment. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1480","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770718,"bill_number":"S854","title":"Relative to jury service","description":"For legislation relative to jury service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S854","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770719,"bill_number":"S562","title":"Resolve creating the County Property Insurance Commission","description":"For legislation to create the County Property Insurance Commission. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S562","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770720,"bill_number":"S493","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S493","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770721,"bill_number":"S702","title":"Relating to 40B projects built near wetlands","description":"For legislation relative to 40B projects built near wetlands. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S702","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770723,"bill_number":"S1915","title":"Resolve relative to the reimbursement of Chester Gorski","description":"For legislation to reimburse Chester Gorski. Senate Ways and Means.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1915","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770724,"bill_number":"S1503","title":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","description":"For legislation relative to deeds excise receipts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4232","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1503","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770725,"bill_number":"S1353","title":"Relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters","description":"For legislation relative to death benefits to surviving spouses of call and volunteer firefighters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1353","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770726,"bill_number":"S477","title":"Relative to the timely disposal of contraband drugs","description":"For legislation relative to the timely disposal of contraband drugs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S477","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770727,"bill_number":"S1455","title":"Relative to the income tax deduction for charitable giving","description":"For legislation relative to the income tax deduction for charitable giving. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1455","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770728,"bill_number":"S416","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1955","last_action_date":"2015-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S416","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770729,"bill_number":"S130","title":"To update the alcohol excise tax","description":"For legislation to update the alcohol excise tax. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S130","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770730,"bill_number":"S1018","title":"To combat tax and insurance fraud","description":"For legislation to combat tax and insurance fraud. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1018","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770731,"bill_number":"S774","title":"Regarding disposition of certain criminal offenses as civil infractions","description":"For legislation relative to the disposition of certain criminal offenses as civil infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S774","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770732,"bill_number":"S1440","title":"Relative to the sanctity of collective bargaining","description":"For legislation relative to the sanctity of collective bargaining. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1440","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770733,"bill_number":"S1369","title":"Relative to retirement benefits and UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for retirement purposes for certain persons employed in affiliation with the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1369","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770734,"bill_number":"S1214","title":"Relative to medical malpractice","description":"For legislation relative to medical malpractice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1214","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770735,"bill_number":"S115","title":"To ensure responsible bond issuance in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure responsible bond issuance in the Commonwealth. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S115","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770736,"bill_number":"S1211","title":"Improving local decision making","description":"For legislation to provide training for certain local boards and commissions. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1211","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770737,"bill_number":"S954","title":"Providing fair chances for employment","description":"For legislation to provide fair chances for employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S954","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770738,"bill_number":"S1387","title":"Relative to defining employees in Group 2","description":"For legislation relative to defining employees in group 2. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1387","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770739,"bill_number":"S737","title":"Improving juror service","description":"For legislation to improve juror service. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S737","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770740,"bill_number":"S972","title":"Relative to permissible topics of collective bargaining","description":"For legislation relative to permissible topics of collective bargaining. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S972","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770741,"bill_number":"S1254","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on prisoner and correctional officer suicides","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on inmate and prisoner suicides. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1254","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770742,"bill_number":"S113","title":"Relating to 40B projects built near historical housing","description":"For legislation relative to 40B projects built near historical housing. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S113","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770743,"bill_number":"S1481","title":"To reduce the costs for adoption","description":"For legislation to reduce the costs for adoption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1481","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770744,"bill_number":"S1485","title":"To promote economic development in small communities of high need and opportunity","description":"For legislation to establish gateway regions and provide homeowner rehabilitation tax credits for developing certain small communities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1485","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770745,"bill_number":"S919","title":"An act 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S919","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770746,"bill_number":"S148","title":"Authorizing the town of Bellingham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation (by vote of the town) to authorizing the town of Bellingham 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":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S148","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":770748,"bill_number":"S1338","title":"Clarifying a police chief's retirement earnings limitation","description":"For legislation to clarify a police chief's retirement earnings limitation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1338","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770749,"bill_number":"S1548","title":"Relative to exempting farmers' markets from certain property taxes","description":"For legislation to exempt certain farmers' markets from certain property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1548","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770750,"bill_number":"S1693","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2133","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1693","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770751,"bill_number":"S725","title":"Relative to disposition of court records","description":"For legislation relative to disposition of court records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S725","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770752,"bill_number":"S1899","title":"Relative to the expansion of charitable license plates","description":"For legislation to expand charitable license plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1899","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770753,"bill_number":"S554","title":"Relative to vacated foreclosed residential property","description":"For legislation relative to vacated foreclosed residential property. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S554","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770754,"bill_number":"S309","title":"To ensure that gifted and talented students are taught by appropriate educators","description":"For legislation to ensure that gifted and talented students are taught by appropriate educators. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2340","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S309","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770755,"bill_number":"S1284","title":"Relative to window guards in residential rental properties","description":"For legislation relative to window guards in residential rental properties. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1284","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770756,"bill_number":"S1597","title":"Removing impediments to corporate growth","description":"For legislation to remove impediments to corporate growth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1597","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770757,"bill_number":"S1399","title":"Relative to authorizing a local option for group retirement classification","description":"For legislation to authorize a local option for group retirement classification. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1399","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770758,"bill_number":"S1587","title":"Reducing the sales tax to 5%","description":"For legislation to reduce the sales tax to 5%. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1587","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770759,"bill_number":"S522","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S522","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770760,"bill_number":"S506","title":"For greater fairness in insurance policies","description":"For legislation to provide greater fairness in insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2359","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S506","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770761,"bill_number":"S754","title":"To clarify homestead estates","description":"For legislation to clarify homestead estates and real estate titles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S754","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770762,"bill_number":"S1846","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1846","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770763,"bill_number":"S1558","title":"To promote business continuity and recovery after a disaster","description":"For legislation to promote business continuity and recovery after a disaster. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1558","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770764,"bill_number":"S1612","title":"Relative to tax deductions for contributions to college savings plans","description":"For legislation relative to tax deductions for contributions to college savings plans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1612","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770765,"bill_number":"S484","title":"Relative to preventing fraud","description":"Relative to preventing fraud","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S484","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770766,"bill_number":"S466","title":"Requiring local approval for low level radioactive waste sites","description":"For legislation to require local approval for low level radioactive waste sites. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S466","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770767,"bill_number":"S419","title":"Relative to the distribution of raw milk","description":"For legislation relative to the distribution of raw milk. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S419","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770768,"bill_number":"S1114","title":"To eliminate health disparities in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate health disparities in the commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1114","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770769,"bill_number":"S1381","title":"To define surplus for retirement systems","description":"For legislation to define surplus for retirement systems. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1381","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770770,"bill_number":"S283","title":"Prohibiting the Commonwealth from discrimination against those providing special education services to Massachusetts students under the authority and direction of chapter 71B of the General Laws of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to prohibit the Commonwealth from discrimination against those providing special education services to Massachusetts students. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S283","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770771,"bill_number":"S695","title":"To establish an apprenticeship program to ready vacant public housing apartments for occupancy","description":"For legislation to establish an apprenticeship program to ready vacant public housing apartments for occupancy. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3696","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S695","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770773,"bill_number":"S858","title":"Providing protection from child enticement","description":"For legislation to provide protection from child enticement. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S858","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770774,"bill_number":"S1199","title":"Relative to health care","description":"For legislation relative to health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1199","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770775,"bill_number":"S259","title":"Relative to protecting student witnesses","description":"For legislation relative to protecting student witnesses. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S259","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770776,"bill_number":"S318","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"For legislation relative to physical education in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1976","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S318","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770777,"bill_number":"S1583","title":"Providing for a tax exemption on the sale of recycled materials","description":"For legislation to provide for a tax exemption on the sale of recycled materials. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1583","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770778,"bill_number":"S1739","title":"To ensure compliance and equity in state reimbursement","description":"For legislation to ensure compliance and equity in state reimbursement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1739","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770779,"bill_number":"S157","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S157","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770780,"bill_number":"S734","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S734","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770781,"bill_number":"S716","title":"Relative to local housing authorities","description":"For legislation relative to local housing authorities. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S716","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770782,"bill_number":"S367","title":"Establishing a statewide adopt-a-senior program","description":"For legislation to establish the adopt a senior program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S367","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770783,"bill_number":"S1153","title":"Relative to CARE (Caregiver, Advise, Record and Enable)","description":"For legislation relative to CARE. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3911","last_action_date":"2015-12-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1153","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770784,"bill_number":"S138","title":"Authorizing the sale of farmer-distiller products at farmers’ markets","description":"For legislation to authorize the sale of farmer-distiller products at farmers’ markets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2513","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S138","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770785,"bill_number":"S383","title":"Relating to contribution fairness","description":"For legislation relative to contribution fairness. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S383","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770786,"bill_number":"S1097","title":"Relative to annual reports of cities and towns","description":"For legislation relative to annual reports of cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1097","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770787,"bill_number":"S530","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S530","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770788,"bill_number":"S950","title":"Providing fire chiefs with access to CORI information","description":"For legislation to provide fire chiefs with access to CORI information. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S950","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770789,"bill_number":"S467","title":"An act relative to wastewater facilities","description":"For legislation relative to wastewater facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S467","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770790,"bill_number":"S1321","title":"Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers","description":"For legislation relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1321","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770791,"bill_number":"S851","title":"Relative to the wrongful death or injury of animal companions","description":"For legislation relative to the wrongful death or injury of animal companions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S851","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770792,"bill_number":"S620","title":"Relative to the equitable assignment of MassHealth enrollees","description":"For legislation relative to the equitable assignment of MassHealth enrollees. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S620","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770793,"bill_number":"S1878","title":"Promoting fairness and equity in transportation planning","description":"For legislation to promote fairness and equity in transportation planning. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1878","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770794,"bill_number":"S143","title":"Protecting the privacy of consumer financial information","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of consumer financial information. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S143","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770795,"bill_number":"S1470","title":"Relative to access to capital for business growth in economically distressed communities","description":"For legislation relative to access to capital for business growth in economically distressed communities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1470","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770796,"bill_number":"S670","title":"Creating a right to representation for college students in some school disciplinary matters","description":"For legislation to create a right to representation for college students in some school disciplinary matters. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S670","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770797,"bill_number":"S1576","title":"Relative to the Earned Income Tax Credit","description":"For legislation relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1576","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770798,"bill_number":"S388","title":"For political party endorsement reform","description":"For legislation for political party endorsement reform. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S388","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
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{"bill_id":770800,"bill_number":"S1467","title":"Relative to taxes due upon the death of active duty personnel and the elderly","description":"For legislation relative to taxes due upon the death of active duty personnel and the elderly. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1467","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770801,"bill_number":"S1830","title":"Relative to year of manufacture registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to year of manufacture registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1830","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770802,"bill_number":"S512","title":"Relative to transparency for mental health parity","description":"For legislation relative to transparency for mental health parity. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S512","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770803,"bill_number":"S1795","title":"Further defining water dependent uses","description":"For legislation to further define water dependent uses. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1795","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770804,"bill_number":"S607","title":"Relative to Health Policy Commission oversight of insurer transactions","description":"For legislation relative to Health Policy Commission oversight of insurer transactions. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S607","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770805,"bill_number":"S1606","title":"Relative to tax exemptions for school related expenses","description":"For legislation relative to tax exemptions for school related expenses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1606","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770806,"bill_number":"S1061","title":"Relative to the removal or transportation of trash","description":"For legislation relative to the removal or transportation of trash. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2263","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1061","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770807,"bill_number":"S214","title":"Promoting efficiency and transparency in economic development","description":"For legislation to promote efficiency and transparency in economic development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S214","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770808,"bill_number":"S188","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S188","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770809,"bill_number":"S1814","title":"Relative to the transfer of a certain road to the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the transfer of a certain road to the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1814","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770810,"bill_number":"S708","title":"Relative to the development and preservation of affordable housing for persons with disabilities and the elderly","description":"For legislation relative to the development and preservation of affordable housing for persons with disabilities and the elderly. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2202","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S708","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770811,"bill_number":"S312","title":"To address the special education needs of children with dyslexia","description":"For legislation to address the special education needs of children with dyslexia. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4406","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S312","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770812,"bill_number":"S1244","title":"Relative to training for law enforcement in dealing with individuals suffering from mental illness","description":"For legislation to train law enforcement in dealing with individuals suffering from mental illness. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1244","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770813,"bill_number":"S1383","title":"Relative to documentary material or data received by retirement boards","description":"For legislation relative to documentary material or data received by retirement boards. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1383","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770814,"bill_number":"S1287","title":"Relative to non-resident firearm license fees","description":"For legislation to authorize the Colonel of the State Police, or persons authorized by him, to issue temporary license to carry firearms to certain nonresidents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1287","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770815,"bill_number":"S1887","title":"Relative to toll workers","description":"For legislation relative to toll workers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1887","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770816,"bill_number":"S1142","title":"Relative to emergency and disaster planning for health care providers","description":"For legislation relative to emergency and disaster planning for health care providers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1142","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770817,"bill_number":"S739","title":"Providing for the waiver of fees for contesting motor vehicle infractions","description":"For legislation to provide for the waiver of fees for contesting motor vehicle infractions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S739","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770818,"bill_number":"S917","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S917","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770819,"bill_number":"S678","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Reported (residue) S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S678","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770820,"bill_number":"S1325","title":"Relative to the University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation relative to the University of Massachusetts police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1325","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770822,"bill_number":"S845","title":"Relative to custody of minors","description":"For legislation relative to the custody of minors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S845","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770823,"bill_number":"S780","title":"To clarify the venue of prosecution for larceny by check","description":"For legislation to clarify the venue of prosecution for larceny by check. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S780","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770824,"bill_number":"S1723","title":"Directing the Commissioner of Fisheries, Wildlife and Recreational Vehicles to convey certain land in Newbury to Richard J. Boudreau and Pauline C. Boudreau","description":"For legislation to direct the Commissioner of Fisheries, Wildlife and Recreational Vehicles to convey certain land in Newbury to Richard J. Boudreau and Pauline C. Boudreau. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1723","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770825,"bill_number":"S907","title":"Relative to rape of a child by force","description":"For legislation relative to rape of a child by force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S907","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770826,"bill_number":"S690","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S690","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770827,"bill_number":"S932","title":"Resolve providing for a special commission to study the feasibility and cost of adopting the federal parole guidelines","description":"For legislation to provide for a special commission to study the feasibility and cost of adopting the federal parole guidelines. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S932","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770828,"bill_number":"S1720","title":"To accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by partnering world-class innovators with state agencies","description":"For legislation to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship by partnering world-class innovators with state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1720","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770829,"bill_number":"S74","title":"To SAVE Massachusetts tax dollars","description":"For legislation to SAVE Massachusetts tax dollars. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S74/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S74","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770830,"bill_number":"S1566","title":"To promote reusable energy use in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote reusable energy use in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1566","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770831,"bill_number":"S610","title":"To ensure continued health insurance coverage for children","description":"For legislation to ensure continued health insurance coverage for children. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S610","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770832,"bill_number":"S802","title":"Reforming pretrial process","description":"For legislation to reform pretrial process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S802","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770833,"bill_number":"S497","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 and auditory osseointegrated implants in children. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S497","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770834,"bill_number":"S1027","title":"To require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services","description":"For legislation to require health care coverage for the emergency psychiatric services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1027","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770835,"bill_number":"S1549","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax exemption","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1549","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770836,"bill_number":"S454","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"For legislation relative to recycling. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2308","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S454","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770837,"bill_number":"S1262","title":"Resolve providing for a study by a special commission relative to the primary prevention of gun violence","description":"For legislation to provide for a study by a special commission relative to the primary prevention of gun violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1262","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770838,"bill_number":"S1296","title":"Protecting bank employees and customers","description":"For legislation relative to bank robberies and collection of fraudulent checks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1296","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770839,"bill_number":"S1389","title":"Relative to accrued sick time of certain state employees","description":"For legislation relative to accrued sick time of certain state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1389","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770840,"bill_number":"S1553","title":"To promote conservation through oyster shell recycling","description":"For legislation to promote conservation through oyster shell recycling. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1553","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770841,"bill_number":"S1640","title":"Creating lysosomal storage disorder awareness month","description":"For legislation to create lysosomal storage disorder awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1640","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770842,"bill_number":"S748","title":"Relative to the elective share of surviving spouses","description":"For legislation relative to the elective share of surviving spouses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S748","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770843,"bill_number":"S1136","title":"Providing for consumer access to and disclosure of complementary and alternative health services","description":"For legislation to provide for consumer access to and disclosure of complementary and alternative health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1136","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770844,"bill_number":"S1096","title":"Creating a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1096","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770845,"bill_number":"S1492","title":"Establishing a municipal gas tax reimbursement","description":"For legislation to establish a municipal gas tax reimbursement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1492","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770847,"bill_number":"S459","title":"Relative to the sewer rate relief fund","description":"For legislation relative to the sewer rate relief fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S459","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770848,"bill_number":"S557","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"For legislation to protect access to confidential healthcare. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2081","last_action_date":"2015-12-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S557","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770849,"bill_number":"S78","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S78/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S78","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770850,"bill_number":"S925","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S925","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770851,"bill_number":"S1166","title":"Relative to cimex lectularius","description":"For legislation relative to bed bugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1166","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770852,"bill_number":"S1167","title":"Relative to tests of newborn children for treatable disorders or diseases","description":"For legislation relative to tests of newborn children for treatable disorders or diseases. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1167","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770853,"bill_number":"S544","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S544","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770854,"bill_number":"S905","title":"Promoting transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities","description":"For legislation to promote transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2417","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S905","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770855,"bill_number":"S142","title":"To protect consumers in the issuance of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"For legislation to protect consumers in the issuance of sports and entertainment tickets. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S142","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770856,"bill_number":"S315","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. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2223","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S315","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770857,"bill_number":"S421","title":"Valuing our natural resources","description":"For legislation to further regulate the capturing of furbearing animals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S421","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770858,"bill_number":"S684","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S684","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770859,"bill_number":"S1095","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of certain property in the town of Salisbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the conveyance of certain property in the town of Salisbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 227 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1095","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770860,"bill_number":"S1255","title":"To reduce recidivism, curb unnecessary spending, and ensure appropriate use of segregation","description":"For legislation to reduce recidivism, curb unnecessary spending, and ensure appropriate use of segregation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1255","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770861,"bill_number":"S223","title":"Relative to early education funding","description":"For legislation relative to early education funding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S223","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770862,"bill_number":"S1447","title":"Providing for local property tax relief","description":"For legislation to create a local option municipal income tax to provide property tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1447","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":770863,"bill_number":"S852","title":"To amend the foreclosure statute to require judicial foreclosure","description":"For legislation to amend the foreclosure statute to require judicial foreclosure. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S852","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770864,"bill_number":"S641","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S641","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770867,"bill_number":"S671","title":"Creating a scholarship fund to increase the number of medical providers who are knowledgeable in autism","description":"For legislation to create a scholarship fund to increase the number of medical providers who are knowledgeable in autism. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S671","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770868,"bill_number":"S789","title":"Relative to providing a safe harbor for good samaritans","description":"For legislation to protect certain persons rendering emergency care from liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S789","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":770869,"bill_number":"S347","title":"Relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention","description":"For legislation relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2347","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S347","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770870,"bill_number":"S551","title":"Relative to public funds","description":"For legislation relative to public funds. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2478","last_action_date":"2016-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S551","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770871,"bill_number":"S1683","title":"An Act relative to the prohibition of the use of state funds","description":"Relative to the prohibition of the use of state funds. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1683","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770872,"bill_number":"S1656","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 department of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2219","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1656","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770873,"bill_number":"S1133","title":"To create a CT task force","description":"For legislation to create a CT task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1133","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770874,"bill_number":"S1635","title":"Relative to power-purchase agreements for state property","description":"For legislation relative to power-purchase agreements for state property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1635","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770875,"bill_number":"S1796","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1796","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770876,"bill_number":"S186","title":"Relative to professional solicitors","description":"For legislation relative to professional solicitors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2246","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S186","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":770877,"bill_number":"S442","title":"Relative to oil spills","description":"For legislation to establish the Fire Services Oil Spill Mitigation Trust Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S442","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770878,"bill_number":"S190","title":"Relative to the licensure of appraisers","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of appraisers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S190","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770879,"bill_number":"S1267","title":"Relative to equitable firearm license fees","description":"For legislation relative to equitable firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1267","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770880,"bill_number":"S1804","title":"Relative to tourism collaboration","description":"For legislation relative to tourism collaboration. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1804","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770881,"bill_number":"S548","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S548","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770882,"bill_number":"S1464","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"For legislation relative to the relief of mortgage debt. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3770","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1464","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770883,"bill_number":"S1533","title":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents","description":"For legislation relative to tax abatements for deaf residents. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1959","last_action_date":"2015-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1533","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770884,"bill_number":"S499","title":"Protecting consumers from unsolicited loans","description":"Relative to protecting consumers from unsolicited loans. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S499","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770885,"bill_number":"S524","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S524","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770886,"bill_number":"S992","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"For legislation relative to the creative economy. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2451","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S992","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770887,"bill_number":"S108","title":"Protecting persons who provide information to protect children","description":"For legislation to protect persons who provide information to protect children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S108","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770888,"bill_number":"S1352","title":"Relative to the municipal health care market","description":"For legislation relative to the municipal health care market. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1352","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":770889,"bill_number":"S718","title":"Ensuring affordability in perpetuity","description":"For legislation to ensure affordable housing in perpetuity. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S718","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770891,"bill_number":"S1690","title":"For a mixed use redevelopment of state pier to enhance economic development of the New Bedford waterfront and downtown","description":"For legislation regarding mixed use redevelopment of state pier to enhance economic development of the New Bedford waterfront and downtown. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1690","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770892,"bill_number":"S639","title":"Relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage","description":"For legislation relative to mandatory prescription drug coverage. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S639","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770893,"bill_number":"S1221","title":"Creating an advance directives registry","description":"For legislation to create an advance directives registry. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1221","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770894,"bill_number":"S1118","title":"Establishing an advanced dental hygiene practitioner level of practice","description":"For legislation to establish an advanced dental hygiene practitioner level of practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2076","last_action_date":"2015-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1118","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770895,"bill_number":"S1808","title":"To protect bicyclists in bicycle lanes","description":"For legislation to protect bicyclists in bicycle lanes. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1808","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770896,"bill_number":"S1184","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1184","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770897,"bill_number":"S1371","title":"Authorizing Gary W. Tirrell to receive additional creditable service from the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"Relative to authorizing Gary W. Tirrell to receive additional creditable service in the teachers' retirement system for certain services as an elected member of the city of Westfield parks and recreation commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1371","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770898,"bill_number":"S430","title":"Relative to the Hunting of Bear","description":"For legislation relative to the hunting of bear. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S430","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770899,"bill_number":"S172","title":"To protect the privacy of lottery winners","description":"For legislation to protect the privacy of lottery winners. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S172","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770900,"bill_number":"S216","title":"Creating a municipal bond bank","description":"For legislation to create a municipal bond bank. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S216","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770901,"bill_number":"S1375","title":"Relative to increasing the cost of living adjustment (cola) base","description":"For legislation to increase the cost of living adjustment (cola) base. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1375","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770902,"bill_number":"S373","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S373","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770903,"bill_number":"S1354","title":"Relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts teachers’ retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to retirement buy back into the Massachusetts teachers’ retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1354","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770904,"bill_number":"S150","title":"To maintain public water systems","description":"For legislation to maintain public water systems. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2124","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S150","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770905,"bill_number":"S1357","title":"Establishing a commission on GPO/WEP alternatives","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on GPO/WEP alternatives. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1357","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770906,"bill_number":"S119","title":"Improving housing opportunities and the Massachusetts economy","description":"For legislation to improve housing opportunities and the Massachusetts economy. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4140","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S119","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770907,"bill_number":"S362","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2316","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S362","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770908,"bill_number":"S401","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study of enhancing statewide recycling programs","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study of enhancing statewide recycling programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S401","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770909,"bill_number":"S1490","title":"Relative to Tax Exemptions on Gun Safes and Trigger Locks","description":"For legislation relative to Tax Exemptions on Gun Safes and Trigger Locks. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1490","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":770910,"bill_number":"S657","title":"Expanding the community college workforce training incentive program","description":"For legislation relative to expanding the community college workforce training incentive program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2183","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S657","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770911,"bill_number":"S410","title":"Resolve relative to establishing a comprehensive waste management hierarchy in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive waste managment hierarchy in Massachusetts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S410","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770912,"bill_number":"S732","title":"Requiring child-resistant packaging of nicotine liquid containers","description":"For legislation relative to requiring child-resistant packaging of nicotine liquid containers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S732","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770913,"bill_number":"S1093","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1093","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770914,"bill_number":"S1089","title":"Supporting municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to support municipal fiscal stability through a special education stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1831","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1089","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770916,"bill_number":"S1424","title":"Relative to firefighter bargaining units","description":"For legislation relative to firefighter bargaining units. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1424","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770917,"bill_number":"S451","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"For legislation to establish a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S1973","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S451","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770918,"bill_number":"S1154","title":"Relative to full application of telemedicine coverage","description":"Relative to the use of interactive audio, video or other electronic media for the purpose of medical diagnosis, consultation or treatment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1154","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770919,"bill_number":"S1778","title":"Relative to utility data transparency and access","description":"For legislation relative to utility data transparency and access. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1778","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770920,"bill_number":"S1629","title":"Relative to records open to public inspection","description":"For legislation relative to records open to public inspection. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1629","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770921,"bill_number":"S1602","title":"An act relative to boat registration","description":"For legislation relative to boat registration. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2150","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1602","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770922,"bill_number":"S1044","title":"To further define medical necessity determinations","description":"For legislation to further define medical necessity determinations. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1795","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1044","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770923,"bill_number":"S1709","title":"To reduce energy burdens and increase competitiveness in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to energy burdens. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1709","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770924,"bill_number":"S355","title":"Increasing 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S355","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":770925,"bill_number":"S733","title":"Relative to updating the public health laws","description":"For legislation to update public health laws. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S733","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":770926,"bill_number":"S475","title":"To establish the Marine Fisheries Research Council","description":"For legislation to establish the Marine Fisheries Research Council. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S475","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770927,"bill_number":"S951","title":"Establishing the murder victim families assistance fund","description":"For legislation to establish a fund to assist families of murder victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S951","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770928,"bill_number":"S1562","title":"To create property tax credits for individuals with disabilities","description":"For legislation to create property tax credits for individuals with disabilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4235","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1562","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770929,"bill_number":"S1675","title":"Establishing a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission to identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state agencies, programs, and services. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1675","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770930,"bill_number":"S703","title":"Relating to 40B subsidies","description":"For legislation relative to 40B subsidies. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S703","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770931,"bill_number":"S1686","title":"Relative to equitable pay at quasi-public agencies","description":"For legislation relative to equitable pay at quasi-public agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1686","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770932,"bill_number":"S1505","title":"Providing incentives for the purchase and use of alternative fuel vehicles","description":"For legislation to provide incentives for the purchase and use of alternative fuel vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1505","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770933,"bill_number":"S1696","title":"Resolve to study the feasibility of streamlining business registration","description":"For legislation to study the feasibility of streamlining business registration. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1696","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770934,"bill_number":"S1787","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1787","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":770935,"bill_number":"S1897","title":"Providing for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians","description":"For legislation to provide for a distinctive registration plate for Olympians. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1897","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770936,"bill_number":"S1197","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1197","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770937,"bill_number":"S1145","title":"Relating to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants","description":"For legislation relative to LSDs (Lysosomal Storage Disorders) in infants. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1145","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770938,"bill_number":"S959","title":"Relative to economic stability for displaced service workers","description":"For legislation to econmically stabilize displaced service workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S959","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":770939,"bill_number":"S1229","title":"Further regulating tanning facilities","description":"For legislation to regulate tanning facilities. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1994","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1229","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770940,"bill_number":"S1047","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1047","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770941,"bill_number":"S1302","title":"Providing oversight of crime labs","description":"For legislation to provide oversight of crime labs. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1302","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770942,"bill_number":"S623","title":"Relative to hospital profit and fairness","description":"For legislation relative to hospital profit and fairness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S623","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770943,"bill_number":"S1188","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1188","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":770944,"bill_number":"S184","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S184","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770945,"bill_number":"S697","title":"Relative to credit building","description":"For legislation relative to credit building. Housing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S697","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":770946,"bill_number":"S1539","title":"Clarifying deadlines for submission of applications for land under Chapter 61a","description":"For legislation to clarify deadlines for submission of applications for land under Chapter 61a. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2151","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1539","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770947,"bill_number":"S326","title":"Establishing a moratorium for Commonwealth charter schools","description":"For legislation to establish a moratorium for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Read and referred to the Joint Committee on Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S326","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770948,"bill_number":"S114","title":"Protecting small business investments","description":"For legislation to regulate franchise agreements. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S114","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":770949,"bill_number":"S1679","title":"Facilitating the transfer of property in the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation to facilitate the transfer of property in the town of Tewksbury. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1679","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":770950,"bill_number":"S682","title":"To provide a higher education, training and service income law","description":"For legislation to provide a higher education, training and service income law. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S682","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770951,"bill_number":"S1598","title":"Relative to creating an angel investment tax credit","description":"For legislation to create an angel investment tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1598","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770952,"bill_number":"S683","title":"Establishing the Finish Line Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S683","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770953,"bill_number":"S1677","title":"Resolve regarding revitalizing the right of free petition","description":"For legislation to revitalize the right of free petition. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1677","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770954,"bill_number":"S962","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"For legislation relative to employees social media privacy protection. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2034","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S962","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770955,"bill_number":"S457","title":"Relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2309","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S457","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770956,"bill_number":"S533","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2233","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S533","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770957,"bill_number":"S1676","title":"To improve access to public records","description":"For legislation to improve access to public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3665","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1676","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":770958,"bill_number":"S1882","title":"To grant authority to the secretary of the department of transportation to charge and collect tolls on the roadways of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to grant authority to the secretary of the department of transportation to charge and collect tolls on the roadways of the Commonwealth. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1882","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770959,"bill_number":"S480","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S480","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770960,"bill_number":"S803","title":"Relative to improving access to emergency treatment plans","description":"For legislation relative to improving access to emergency treatment plans. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S803","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":770961,"bill_number":"S1396","title":"To provide retirement benefits for veterans","description":"For legislation to provide retirement benefits for veterans. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1396","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":770962,"bill_number":"S1557","title":"Granting property tax relief to seniors","description":"For legislation to grant property tax relief to seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1557","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770963,"bill_number":"H3341","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Conley, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Lawn of Watertown, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3341). April 15, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 18 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3341","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":770965,"bill_number":"S922","title":"Relative to murder soliciation","description":"For legislation relative to murder solicitation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S922","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":770966,"bill_number":"S659","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to a more robust public higher education oversight structure","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to a more robust public higher education oversight structure. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S659","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":770967,"bill_number":"S195","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S195","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770968,"bill_number":"S133","title":"Relative to weights and measures","description":"For legislation relative to weights and measures. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S133","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770969,"bill_number":"S769","title":"To require the reporting of satisfaction of judgments awarding money damages","description":"For legislation to require that judgements for money damages be reported. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S769","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770970,"bill_number":"S501","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S501","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770971,"bill_number":"S1781","title":"To regulate hydraulic fracturing","description":"For legislation to regulate hydraulic fracturing. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1781","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":770972,"bill_number":"S602","title":"Establishing a hardship waiver for Medicaid beneficiaries","description":"For legislation to establish a hardship waiver for Medicaid beneficiaries. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S602","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":770973,"bill_number":"S1370","title":"Relative to the retirement of Mr. John Agnew","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of Mr. John Agnew. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1370","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770974,"bill_number":"S1281","title":"Relative to community corrections programs administered by the Office of Community Corrections","description":"For legislation relative to community corrections programs administered by the Office of Community Corrections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1281","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":770975,"bill_number":"S561","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2262","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S561","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":770976,"bill_number":"S944","title":"Relative to the crime of arson","description":"For legislation relative to the crime of arson. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S944","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770977,"bill_number":"S648","title":"Relative to Sole community providers","description":"For legislation relative to Sole community providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S648","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":770978,"bill_number":"S1039","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1802","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1039","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":770979,"bill_number":"S1805","title":"Relative to motor vehicle registration plates","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle registration plates. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1805","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770980,"bill_number":"S1643","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1643","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":770981,"bill_number":"S1243","title":"Relative to medical examinations in correctional facilities","description":"For legislation relative to medical examinations in correctional facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1243","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":770982,"bill_number":"S730","title":"Relative to governmental and charitable tort liability","description":"For legislation relative to governmental and charitable tort liability. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S730","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770983,"bill_number":"S174","title":"Relative to hearses","description":"For legislation relative to hearses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S174","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":770984,"bill_number":"S1151","title":"Relative to the modernization of optometric patient care","description":"For legislation relative to the modernization of optometric patient care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2334","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1151","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770985,"bill_number":"S570","title":"Relative to continuity of care for families enrolled in MassHealth","description":"For legislation to continue care for families enrolled in MassHealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S570","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":770986,"bill_number":"S1911","title":"Relative to the term \"Gold Star\"","description":"For legislation relative to the term \"Gold Star\" and for related purposes. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1911","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":770987,"bill_number":"S1835","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1835","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":770988,"bill_number":"S102","title":"Ensuring healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to ensure healthcare coverage for youth who have aged-out of the department of children and families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S102","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770990,"bill_number":"S1006","title":"To promote consistency and transparency in construction contracting","description":"For legislation to promote consistency and transparency in construction contracting. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1006","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770991,"bill_number":"S285","title":"Further regulating family child care homes","description":"Relative to early home childcare certification. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H432","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S285","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":770992,"bill_number":"S1829","title":"Relative to school bus driver testing","description":"For legislation relative to school bus driver testing. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1829","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":770993,"bill_number":"S825","title":"Relative to the criminal history systems board","description":"For legislation relative to the criminal history systems board. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S825","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":770994,"bill_number":"S234","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislation relative to create an innovative communities program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1970","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S234","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":770995,"bill_number":"S1020","title":"Relative to equity in the workplace","description":"For legislation relative to equity in the workplace. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1020","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":770996,"bill_number":"S957","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"For legislation relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S957","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":770997,"bill_number":"S1701","title":"Authorizing the transfer of a parcel of land in the city of Taunton","description":"For legislation to authorize the transfer of a certain parcel of land in the city of Taunton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/10/2016 from 10:30 AM-12:00 PM in 222","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1701","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":770998,"bill_number":"S1000","title":"To provide further transparency in public construction","description":"For legislation to provide further transparency in public construction. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4604","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1000","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":770999,"bill_number":"S798","title":"Relative to the advisory board to the justices of the supreme judicial court","description":"Relative to membership of the Advisory Board to the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S798","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771000,"bill_number":"S1422","title":"Relative to pension fund performance and accountability","description":"For legislation relative to pension fund performance and accountability. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1422","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771001,"bill_number":"S1202","title":"Relative to patient notification","description":"For legislation relative to patient notification. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1202","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771002,"bill_number":"S158","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S158","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771003,"bill_number":"S1251","title":"To reform sheriff civil process operations","description":"For legislation to to reform sheriff civil process operations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1251","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771004,"bill_number":"S91","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S91/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S91","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771005,"bill_number":"S1801","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1801","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771006,"bill_number":"S425","title":"Relative timber harvester licensing","description":"For legislation relative timber harvester licensing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S425","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771007,"bill_number":"S1178","title":"Establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","description":"For legislation to establish the special commission on local and regional public health. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2128","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1178","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771008,"bill_number":"S272","title":"Relative to regional school district capital project funding","description":"For legislation relative to regional school district capital project funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2341","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S272","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771009,"bill_number":"S613","title":"Relative to review of provider material changes","description":"For legislation relative to review of provider material changes. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S613","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771010,"bill_number":"S649","title":"To promote the accessibility, quality and continuity of care for consumers of behavioral health, substance use disorder and mental health services","description":"For legislation to promote the accessibility, quality and continuity of care for consumers of behavioral health, substance use disorder and mental health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S649","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771011,"bill_number":"S1122","title":"Relative to dental licensing exams","description":"For legislation relative to dental licensing exams. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S1123","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1122","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771012,"bill_number":"S1046","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 eligibility 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1046","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771013,"bill_number":"S228","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S228","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771015,"bill_number":"S213","title":"Relative to corporations, shareholders, and political expenditures","description":"For legislation relative to corporations, shareholders, and political expenditures. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S213","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771016,"bill_number":"S988","title":"Relative to electrical panels and workplace safety","description":"For legislation relative to electrical panels and workplace safety. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S988","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771017,"bill_number":"S124","title":"Relative to protecting biometric information under the security breach law","description":"For legislation relative to protecting biometric information under the security breach law. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S124","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771018,"bill_number":"S529","title":"Relative to telemedicine","description":"For legislation relative to telemedicine. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S529","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771019,"bill_number":"S418","title":"To assist municipal and district ratepayers","description":"For legislation relative to the costs imposed upon the municipal and district ratepayers due to public drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems capital upgrades. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S418","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771020,"bill_number":"S1050","title":"Relative to restrictions on persons committed as incompetent to stand trial or not guilty by reason of mental illness","description":"For legislation relative to restrictions on persons committed as incompetent to stand trial or not guilty by reason of mental illness. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1050","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771021,"bill_number":"S200","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S200","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771022,"bill_number":"S235","title":"To study the feasibility of streamlining business registration","description":"For legislation to study the feasibility of streamlining business registration. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S235","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771023,"bill_number":"S1798","title":"Establishing funding to provide moneys for postclosure activities at nuclear power stations","description":"For legislation to establish funding to provide moneys for postclosure activities at nuclear power stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1798","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771024,"bill_number":"S1128","title":"To increase access to immunizations","description":"For legislation to increase access to immunizations. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3870","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1128","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771025,"bill_number":"S1003","title":"Relative to the recognition and registration of Professional Employer Organization operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to the recognition and registration of Professional Employer Organization operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4350","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1003","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771026,"bill_number":"S496","title":"To relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles","description":"For legislation relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S496","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771027,"bill_number":"S1275","title":"Relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants","description":"For legislation relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2216","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1275","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771028,"bill_number":"S1413","title":"Improving the Massachusetts Port Authority Employees retirement system","description":"For legislation to improve the Massachusetts Port Authority employees retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1413","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771029,"bill_number":"S933","title":"Relative to sexually violent predators","description":"For legislation relative to sexually violent predators. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S933","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771030,"bill_number":"S1522","title":"Relative to economic development tax credits","description":"For legislation relative to economic development tax credits. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1522","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771031,"bill_number":"S706","title":"To monitor 40B developments","description":"For legislation to monitor 40B developments. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S706","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771032,"bill_number":"S1582","title":"Dedicating a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns","description":"For legislation to dedicate a portion of the stabilization fund to cities and towns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1582","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771033,"bill_number":"S180","title":"Providing for an out of state license to be valid proof of age","description":"For legislation to provide for an out of state license to be valid proof of age. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4135","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S180","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771034,"bill_number":"S740","title":"Relative to special juveniles","description":"For legislation relative to special juveniles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S740","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771035,"bill_number":"S979","title":"Relative to seasonal employment","description":"For legislation relative to seasonal employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S979","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771036,"bill_number":"S595","title":"To preserve affordable health coverage for Massachusetts residents","description":"For legislation to preserve affordable health coverage for Massachusetts residents. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S595","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771037,"bill_number":"S336","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through bi-literacy","description":"For legislation to promote global trade and economic development through dual language and bi-literacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2289","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S336","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771038,"bill_number":"S958","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"For legislation relative to an employee protection act. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2153","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S958","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771040,"bill_number":"S1132","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"For legislation to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2200","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1132","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771041,"bill_number":"S280","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2339","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S280","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771042,"bill_number":"S710","title":"Relative to the emergency assistance housing program","description":"For legislation relative to the emergency assistance housing program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S710","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771043,"bill_number":"S1634","title":"Establishing a legislative fiscal office","description":"For legislation to establish a legislative fiscal office. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1634","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771044,"bill_number":"S982","title":"Relative to the tipped minimum wage","description":"For legislation relative to the tipped minimum wage. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S982","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771045,"bill_number":"S109","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S109","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771046,"bill_number":"S154","title":"To reduce lottery littering","description":"For legislation to reduce lottery littering. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S154","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771047,"bill_number":"S834","title":"Relative to Child-Centered Family Law","description":"For legislation relative to Child-Centered Family Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4107","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S834","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771048,"bill_number":"S1740","title":"Relative to the commonwealth of Massachusetts hosting an Olympic Games","description":"For legislation relative to the commonwealth of Massachusetts hosting an Olympic Games. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1740","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771049,"bill_number":"S210","title":"Creating construction relevance in the economic development incentive program","description":"For legislation to create construction relevance in the economic development incentive program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S210","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771050,"bill_number":"S1235","title":"Limiting the retention of fingerprints","description":"For legislation to limit the retention of fingerprints. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1235","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771051,"bill_number":"S236","title":"Relative to a permanent annual sales tax holiday","description":"For legislation relative to a permanent annual sales tax holiday. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3659","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S236","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771052,"bill_number":"S1025","title":"Regarding the Department of Mental Health's citizen boards","description":"For legislation relative to the Department of Mental Health's citizen boards. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1025","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771053,"bill_number":"S1565","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"For legislation to clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3639","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1565","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771054,"bill_number":"S1351","title":"Relative to SMART retirement plan fees","description":"For legislation relative to SMART retirement plan fees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1351","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771055,"bill_number":"S759","title":"Relative to the profits from crime","description":"For legislation relative to the profits from crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S759","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771056,"bill_number":"S1561","title":"To allow single family homeowners to deduct their municipal water, sewer and trash fees from their state income tax","description":"For legislation to allow single family homeowners to deduct their municipal water, sewer and trash fees from their state income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1561","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771057,"bill_number":"S1580","title":"Relative to the interest rate on tax-deferred property","description":"For legislation relative to the interest rate on tax-deferred property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2018","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1580","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771058,"bill_number":"S721","title":"Promoting savings for first time homebuyers","description":"For legislation to promote savings for first time homebuyers. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S721","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771059,"bill_number":"S1406","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the cost of living adjustment for public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1406","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771060,"bill_number":"S665","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. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1060","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S665","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771061,"bill_number":"S110","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S110","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771062,"bill_number":"S735","title":"Relative to transgender anti-discrimination","description":"For legislation relative to equal access to public places regardless of gender identity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Reported by S2407","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S735","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771063,"bill_number":"S1532","title":"Relative to growing the creative economy","description":"For legislation to grow the creative economy. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1532","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771065,"bill_number":"S1069","title":"To end the stigmatization of out-of-wedlock births","description":"For legislation to end the stigmatization of out-of-wedlock births. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1069","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771066,"bill_number":"S750","title":"Relative to certain proceedings relating to corporations","description":"For legislation relative to certain proceedings relating to corporations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S750","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771067,"bill_number":"S1638","title":"Enhancing access to electronic public records","description":"For legislation to enhance access to electronic public records. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1638","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771068,"bill_number":"S71","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"For legislation to promote restorative justice practices. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S71/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S71","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771069,"bill_number":"S629","title":"Relative to requiring premium impact statements","description":"For legislation to require premium impact statements. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S629","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771070,"bill_number":"S1391","title":"Authorizing the State Board of Retirement to grant creditable service to John A. Giannini","description":"For legislation to authorize the state board of retirement to grant creditable service to John A. Giannini. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1391","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771071,"bill_number":"S303","title":"To strengthen charter school data reporting","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening charter school data reporting. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S303","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771072,"bill_number":"S1604","title":"Relative to family and education savings plan","description":"For legislation relative to family and education savings plan. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1604","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771073,"bill_number":"S1397","title":"Relative to retirement allowances of certain married persons","description":"For legislation relative to retirement allowances of certain married persons. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1397","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771074,"bill_number":"S664","title":"To create a college savings program for every child born in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to create a college savings program for every child born in Massachusetts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S664","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771075,"bill_number":"S381","title":"To improve the disclaimer requirement for certain political expenditures","description":"For legislation to improve the disclaimer requirement for certain political expenditures. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S381","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771076,"bill_number":"S201","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S201","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771077,"bill_number":"S650","title":"Creating a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to create a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2242","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S650","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771078,"bill_number":"S1551","title":"Relative to the assessments of long term care facilities","description":"For legislation to exempt certain long-term care facilities from property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1551","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771079,"bill_number":"S509","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S509","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771080,"bill_number":"S1394","title":"Relative to retirement buy back in to the Massachusetts teachers' retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to retirement buy back in to the Massachusetts teachers' retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1394","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771081,"bill_number":"S1328","title":"To make the public pension system simpler and fairer, to provide better income security to lower wage state employees and to protect future taxpayers from unanticipated pension costs","description":"For legislation to establish a consolidated public employees retirement board within the Department of the State Treasurer. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1328","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771082,"bill_number":"S225","title":"Establishing a meals tax holiday","description":"For legislation to establish a meals tax holiday. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S225","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771083,"bill_number":"S1049","title":"Regulating synthetic heroin","description":"For legislation to regulate synthetic heroin. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1049","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771084,"bill_number":"S1622","title":"To create a sunset advisory commission","description":"For legislation to create a sunset advisory commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1622","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771085,"bill_number":"S1329","title":"Relative to reducing other post-employment benefit liabilities","description":"For legislation relative to reducing other post-employment benefit liabilities. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1329","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771086,"bill_number":"S700","title":"Further defining 40B projects","description":"For legislation to further define 40B projects. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S700","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771087,"bill_number":"S1847","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1847","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771088,"bill_number":"S833","title":"Relative to justices of the peace","description":"For legislation relative to increasing the fee for temporary justice of the peace licenses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S833","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771090,"bill_number":"S1886","title":"Relative to MassDOT audit","description":"For legislation relative to MassDOT audit. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1886","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771091,"bill_number":"S675","title":"Relative to open textbooks","description":"For legislation relative to open textbooks. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S675","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771092,"bill_number":"S827","title":"Relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indicators of domestic violence","description":"For legislation relative to improving training for child advocates to recognize indictors of domestic violence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S827","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771093,"bill_number":"S1745","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1990","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1745","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771094,"bill_number":"S220","title":"Relative to marketing prioritized development sites","description":"For legislation to market prioritized development sites. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S220","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771095,"bill_number":"S1190","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1190","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771096,"bill_number":"S743","title":"Relative to equitable divorce proceedings","description":"For legislation relative to divorce procedures and judgments in certain Probate Court decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S743","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771097,"bill_number":"S1868","title":"Relative to noncriminal disposition of parking violations","description":"For legislation relative to noncriminal disposition of parking violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1868","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771098,"bill_number":"S173","title":"Regulating powdered alcohol","description":"For legislation to regulate powdered alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S173","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771099,"bill_number":"S415","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S415","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771100,"bill_number":"S1512","title":"For a grade improvement tax credit","description":"For legislation for a grade improvement tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1512","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771101,"bill_number":"S1119","title":"Modernizing tobacco control and protecting the health of minors","description":"For legislation relative to modernizing tobacco control and protecting the health of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1119","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771102,"bill_number":"S1289","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"For legislation realtive to reforming volunteer towing regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2469","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1289","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771103,"bill_number":"S842","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S842","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771104,"bill_number":"S1715","title":"To promote American manufacturing","description":"For legislation to promote American manufacturing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1715","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771105,"bill_number":"S1771","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1771","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771106,"bill_number":"S1364","title":"Regarding the Massachusetts state retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1364","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771107,"bill_number":"S448","title":"To assist municipal and district ratepayers","description":"For legislation relative to the costs imposed upon the municipal and district ratepayers due to public drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems capital upgrades. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S448","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771109,"bill_number":"S902","title":"Rescinding an order terminating parental rights","description":"For legislation to rescind an order terminating parental rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S902","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771110,"bill_number":"S247","title":"To stop educator sexual abuse, misconduct and exploitation","description":"For legislation to stop educator sexual abuse, misconduct and exploitation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S247","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771111,"bill_number":"S1754","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1754","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771112,"bill_number":"S339","title":"Ensuring charter school integrity","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring the integrity of charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S339","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771113,"bill_number":"S614","title":"Relative to community hospitals","description":"For legislation relative to community hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S614","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771114,"bill_number":"S82","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2382","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S82/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S82","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771116,"bill_number":"S1198","title":"Relative to equitable firearm license fees","description":"Relative to firearm license fees. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1198","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771117,"bill_number":"S1529","title":"Relative to propane powered vehicle tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to tax credits for propane powered vehicles in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1529","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771118,"bill_number":"S1308","title":"Changing the composition of the Board of Fire Prevention Regulations","description":"For legislation to change the composition of the Board of Fire Prevention Regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1308","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771119,"bill_number":"S627","title":"Relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1972","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S627","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771120,"bill_number":"S1670","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Economic and Financial Advisory Council","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Economic and Financial Advisory Council. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1670","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771121,"bill_number":"S626","title":"Relative to transparency in health care","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S626","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771122,"bill_number":"S55","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution prohibiting eminent domain","description":"By Mr. Ross, a petition of Richard J. Ross for a legislative amendment to the Constitution to prohibit eminent domain. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S55/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S55","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771123,"bill_number":"S1501","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. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1501","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771124,"bill_number":"S1628","title":"Relative to state contracting","description":"For legislation relative to state contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1628","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771125,"bill_number":"S1307","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial Fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1307","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771126,"bill_number":"S1372","title":"Authorizing the town of Tolland to continue the employment of police officer Lester M. Walker","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Tolland to continue the employment of police officer Lester M. Walker. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1372","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771127,"bill_number":"S1758","title":"Relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers","description":"For legislation relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2470","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1758","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771128,"bill_number":"S1091","title":"Relative to local review for public structures","description":"For legislation relative to local review for public structures. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1091","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771129,"bill_number":"S1496","title":"To abolish the sting tax","description":"For legislation to abolish the sting tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1496","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771130,"bill_number":"S1530","title":"Improving the tax administrative laws of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to make certain changes in the administrative tax laws of the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1530","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771131,"bill_number":"S269","title":"Relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2222","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S269","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771132,"bill_number":"S801","title":"Relative to the emergency administration of certain overdose prevention drugs","description":"Relative to the emergency administration of certain overdose prevention drugs. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S801","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771133,"bill_number":"S181","title":"Relative to check cashing fees","description":"For legislation relative to check cashing fees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S181","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771134,"bill_number":"S791","title":"Relative to mandatory sentences for those committing an assault on a law enforcement officer","description":"Relative to mandatory sentences for committing assaults on a law enforcement officers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S791","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771135,"bill_number":"S587","title":"Relative to administrative simplification","description":"For legislation relative to evidence of coverage to be delivered to covered adults by health, dental and vision care providers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S587","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771136,"bill_number":"S1581","title":"Creating a private mortgage insurance tax deduction","description":"For legislation to create a private mortgate insurance tax deduction. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1581","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771137,"bill_number":"S1189","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"For legislation relative to Acute-care hospitals. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2213","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1189","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771138,"bill_number":"S646","title":"Regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S646","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771139,"bill_number":"S1057","title":"Relative to local disability commission expansion","description":"For legislation relative to local disability commission expansion. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1057","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771141,"bill_number":"S843","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"For legislation relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2415","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S843","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771142,"bill_number":"S625","title":"Relative to patient access","description":"For legislation relative to patient access. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S625","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771143,"bill_number":"S1649","title":"To facilitate disposition of surplus property for the development of affordable and workforce housing","description":"For legislation to facilitate disposition of surplus property for the development of affordable and workforce housing. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1649","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771144,"bill_number":"S828","title":"Relative to the enhancement of child safety","description":"For legislation to establish a penalty for the operation of improperly equipped motor vehicles used for selling frozen deserts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S828","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771145,"bill_number":"S371","title":"Regarding Medicaid eligibility for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to Medicaid eligibility for seniors. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S371","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771146,"bill_number":"S1382","title":"Relative to GIC dental and vision benefits for municipal employees","description":"For legislation relative to GIC dental and vision benefits for municipal employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1382","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771147,"bill_number":"S1894","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":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1894","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771148,"bill_number":"S1256","title":"Relative to training for law enforcement","description":"For legislation relative to training for law enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1256","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771149,"bill_number":"S1148","title":"Relative to maternity patient rights","description":"For legislation relative to maternity patient rights. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1148","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771150,"bill_number":"S909","title":"Relative to the statute of limitations for sex crimes in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation relative to the statute of limitations for sex crimes in Massachusetts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S909","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771151,"bill_number":"S634","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S634","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771152,"bill_number":"S1012","title":"Relative to terms of employment","description":"For legislation relative to terms of employment. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1012","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771153,"bill_number":"S162","title":"Further regulating the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees","description":"For legislation to further regulate the continuing education requirements for certain real estate appraisers and trainees. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S162","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771154,"bill_number":"S433","title":"Promoting awareness of safe recreation in public waterways","description":"For legislation to promote awareness of safe recreation in public waterways. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H742","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S433","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771155,"bill_number":"S796","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S796","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771156,"bill_number":"S205","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S205","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771157,"bill_number":"S1555","title":"Relative to home modifications for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to home modifications for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1555","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771158,"bill_number":"S1881","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1881","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771159,"bill_number":"S260","title":"Enhancing the educational outcomes of expectant and parenting students","description":"For legislation to enhance the educational outcomes of expectant and parenting students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2347","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S260","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771160,"bill_number":"S1509","title":"Relative to excessive executive compensation","description":"For legislation relative to excessive executive compensation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1509","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771161,"bill_number":"S841","title":"Further regulating name changes of registered sex offenders","description":"For legislation to further regulate name changes of registered sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S841","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771162,"bill_number":"S1240","title":"Relative to the Forensic Sciences Advisory Board","description":"For legislation relative to the Forensic Sciences Advisory Board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1240","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771163,"bill_number":"S1890","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1890","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771164,"bill_number":"S268","title":"For universal early education and full-day kindergarten","description":"For legislation relative to universal early education and full-day kindergarten. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S268","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771166,"bill_number":"S1309","title":"Relative to police details","description":"For legislation relative to police details. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1309","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771167,"bill_number":"S1366","title":"Relative to the Bureau of Fire Control employees","description":"For legislation to include certain employees in the Bureau of Fire Control in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1366","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
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{"bill_id":771169,"bill_number":"S1060","title":"Enhancing identification of taxicab operators","description":"For legislation to enhance identification of taxicab operators. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1060","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771170,"bill_number":"S404","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S452","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S404","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771171,"bill_number":"S1461","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1461","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771172,"bill_number":"S1313","title":"Requiring health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence","description":"For legislation to require health care employers to develop and implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1313","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771173,"bill_number":"S64","title":"To increase neighborhood safety and opportunity","description":"For legislation to increase neighborhood safety and opportunity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S64/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S64","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771174,"bill_number":"S1376","title":"Relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system","description":"For legislation relative to part-time higher education faculty eligibility in the state retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1376","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771175,"bill_number":"S674","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S674","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771176,"bill_number":"S1306","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Military Reservation Fire Department","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Military Reservation Fire Department as public employees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1306","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
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{"bill_id":771178,"bill_number":"S375","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S375","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771179,"bill_number":"S1431","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain widows and surviving spouses","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement benefits of certain widows and surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1431","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771180,"bill_number":"S1834","title":"Relative to street rods and custom vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to street rods and custom vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1834","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771181,"bill_number":"S189","title":"Requiring licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles","description":"For legislation to require licensed auto insurance damage appraisers to provide safety notices to the owners of damaged motor vehicles. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S189","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771182,"bill_number":"S813","title":"Defining court administrative records as public records","description":"For legislation to define certain administrative records as public records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S813","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771183,"bill_number":"S253","title":"Relative to universal pre-kindergarten access","description":"For legislation relative to universal pre-kindergarten access. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S253","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771184,"bill_number":"S1799","title":"To improve renewable energy distribution","description":"For legislation to improve renewable energy distribution. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1799","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771185,"bill_number":"S1246","title":"Relative to data collection on multiple gun purchases","description":"For legislation relative to data collection on multiple gun purchases. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1246","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771186,"bill_number":"S681","title":"To provide a no pay for higher education law","description":"For legislation to provide a no pay for higher education law. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S681","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771187,"bill_number":"S1196","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimer's Project","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Alzheimers Project. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1196","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771188,"bill_number":"S1237","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition of William N. Brownsberger and John V. Fernandes improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1237","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771189,"bill_number":"S1631","title":"Designating certain lands in the town of Adams for conservation and public recreational purposes","description":"For legislation to designate certain lands in the town of Adams for conservation and public recreational purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1631","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":771191,"bill_number":"S100","title":"To further reduce EBT fraud","description":"For legislation to further reduce EBT fraud. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S100","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771192,"bill_number":"S1728","title":"Relative to the accountability of the governor’s council","description":"For legislation relative to the accountability of the governor's council. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1728","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771193,"bill_number":"S207","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S207","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771194,"bill_number":"S1645","title":"To Strengthen Impact, Efficiency and Accountability in the Government-Nonprofit Partnership","description":"For legislation to strengthen impact, efficiency and accountability in the government-nonprofit partnership. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1645","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771195,"bill_number":"S715","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"For legislation relative to manufactured housing communities. Housing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2419","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S715","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771196,"bill_number":"S1169","title":"Relative to truth in advertising","description":"For legislation relative to truth in advertising. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1169","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771197,"bill_number":"S1652","title":"To designate Narcolepsy Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate Narcolepsy Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1652","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771198,"bill_number":"S822","title":"Relative to the solicitation of murder","description":"For legislation relative to the solicitation of murder. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S822","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771199,"bill_number":"S1759","title":"Relative to waste-to-energy facilities","description":"For legislation relative to waste-to-energy facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2274","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1759","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771200,"bill_number":"S1219","title":"Requiring disclosure of financial incentives to prescribe or dispense certain drugs","description":"For legislation to require disclosure of financial incentives to prescribe or dispense certain drugs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1219","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771201,"bill_number":"S1457","title":"Relative to the \"circuit breaker\" property tax credit for seniors","description":"For legislation relative to the \"circuit breaker\" property tax credit for seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1457","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771202,"bill_number":"S1763","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1763","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771203,"bill_number":"S1574","title":"Relative to job creation tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to job creation tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1574","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771204,"bill_number":"S862","title":"Prohibiting falsification or impersonation of an emergency medical technician and/or paramedic","description":"For legislation to prohibit falsification or impersonation of an emergency medical technician or paramedic. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S862","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771205,"bill_number":"S287","title":"Relative to school funding","description":"Relative to school funding. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S287","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771206,"bill_number":"S589","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 ensure quality, affordability and access to primary and preventive health care, to eliminate health disparities, and to enhance economic growth throughout the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S589","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771207,"bill_number":"S1625","title":"Relative to debarment in public contracts","description":"For legislation relative to debarment in public contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1625","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771208,"bill_number":"S946","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S946","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771209,"bill_number":"S1036","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1036","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771210,"bill_number":"S238","title":"Relative to limited liability corporation filing fees","description":"For legislation relative to limited liability corporation filing fees. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S110","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S238","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771211,"bill_number":"S673","title":"Relative to improving graduation rates at public colleges and universities","description":"For legislation relative to improving graduation rates at public colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S673","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771212,"bill_number":"S1106","title":"Authorizing the relocation, replacement, reconstruction and maintenance of a piling supported building in the town of Newbury","description":"For legislation relative to authorizing the relocation, replacement, reconstruction and maintenance of a piling supported building in the town of Newbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1106","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771213,"bill_number":"S1233","title":"Establishing and financing a drug collection and disposal program","description":"For legislation to establish and financing a drug collection and disposal program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1233","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771214,"bill_number":"S877","title":"Extending the statute of limitations for certain actions involving international human rights abuses","description":"For legislation to extend the statute of limitations for certain actions involving international human rights abuses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S877","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771215,"bill_number":"S882","title":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","description":"For legislation to titles on foreclosed properties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S1981","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S882","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771216,"bill_number":"S1681","title":"Relative to increasing transparency in public construction","description":"For legislation to increase transparency in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1681","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771217,"bill_number":"S59","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution providing for a graduated income tax","description":"By Mr. Barrett, a petition of Michael J. Barrett, Timothy J. Toomey, Jr., Chris Walsh, David M. Rogers and other members of the General Court for a legislative amendment to the Constitution providing for a graduated income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S59/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S59","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771218,"bill_number":"S1454","title":"Relative to sunsetting tax expenditures","description":"For legislation relative to sunsetting tax expenditures. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1454","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771219,"bill_number":"S1170","title":"To promote team based health care","description":"For legislation to promote team based health care. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1170","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771220,"bill_number":"S1013","title":"Providing a safe harbor for contractors of services","description":"For legislation to provide a safe harbor for contractors of services. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1013","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771221,"bill_number":"S1310","title":"Relative to emergency medical services at certain prison facilities","description":"For legislation relative to emergency medical services at certain prison facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1310","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771222,"bill_number":"S778","title":"To permit independent enforcement of restitution orders in criminal cases","description":"For legislation to permit independent enforcement of restitution orders in criminal cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S778","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771223,"bill_number":"S897","title":"Relative to Forest Hills Cemetery","description":"For legislation relative to Forest Hills Cemetery. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S897","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771224,"bill_number":"S344","title":"Relative to school safety on election day","description":"For legislation relative to school safety on election day. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S344","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771225,"bill_number":"S356","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2360","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S356","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771226,"bill_number":"S1222","title":"Creating a special commission to study the health impacts of electromagnetic fields","description":"For legislation to create a special commission to study the health impacts of electromagnetic fields. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2007","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1222","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771227,"bill_number":"S712","title":"Relative to housing and redevelopment authority vacancies","description":"For legislation relative to housing and redevelopment authority vacancies. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S712","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771228,"bill_number":"S1843","title":"Relative to the transfer of boat registration between family members","description":"For legislation relative to the transfer of boat registration between family members. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1843","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771229,"bill_number":"S1265","title":"Further regulating the issuance of firearms identification cards","description":"For legislation to regulate the issuance of firearms identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1265","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771230,"bill_number":"S175","title":"Relative to unsolicited loans","description":"For legislation relative to unsolicited loans. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2194","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S175","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771231,"bill_number":"S209","title":"To modify the reporting requirements of the Gaming Commission law","description":"For legislation to modify the reporting requirements of the Gaming Commission law. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S209","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771232,"bill_number":"S77","title":"Establishing 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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2466","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S77/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S77","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771233,"bill_number":"S1660","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Holyoke","description":"For legislation to authorize the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the city of Holyoke. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/10/2016 from 10:30 AM-12:00 PM in 222","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1660","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771234,"bill_number":"S534","title":"Relative to fraud or embezzlement","description":"For legislation relative to fraud and embezzlement. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S534","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771235,"bill_number":"S568","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S568","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771236,"bill_number":"S666","title":"Regarding tuition equity for high school graduates in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to the eligibility of students for in-state tuition rates and fees at public higher educational institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S666","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771237,"bill_number":"S1788","title":"Relative to decommissioning plans for electric generating facilities","description":"For legislation relative to decommissioning plans for electric generating facilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1788","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771238,"bill_number":"S166","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S166","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771240,"bill_number":"S1588","title":"Increasing restaurant competitiveness","description":"For legislation to increase restaurant competitiveness. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1588","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771241,"bill_number":"S1274","title":"Repealing the Ban on Modern Sporting Rifles","description":"For legislation to repeal the ban on modern sporting rifles. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1274","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771242,"bill_number":"S328","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2343","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S328","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771243,"bill_number":"S1540","title":"Clarifying the allowance of land under chapter 61b","description":"For legislation to clarify the allowance of land under chapter 61b. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2151","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1540","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771244,"bill_number":"S1632","title":"Promoting the use of total energy impact analysis","description":"For legislation to promote the use of total energy impact analysis. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1632/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1632","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771245,"bill_number":"S1747","title":"Combating climate change","description":"For legislation to combat climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1747","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771246,"bill_number":"S885","title":"Relative to indictments and proceedings before trial","description":"For legislation relative to indictments and proceedings before trial. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2384","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S885","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771247,"bill_number":"S390","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S390","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771248,"bill_number":"S537","title":"Relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers","description":"For legislation relative to prescription drug voice synthesizers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S537","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771249,"bill_number":"S1664","title":"Requiring the disclosure of public funding","description":"For legislation to require the disclosure of public funding. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1664","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771250,"bill_number":"S574","title":"Relative to equitable health care pricing","description":"For legislation relative to equitable health care pricing. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4348","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S574","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771251,"bill_number":"S450","title":"Preventing the disposal of hydraulic fracturing wastewater","description":"For legislation to prevent the disposal of hydraulic fracturing wastewater. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S457","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S450","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771252,"bill_number":"S167","title":"Relative to residential construction contracts","description":"For legislation relative to residential construction contracts. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S167","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771253,"bill_number":"S1037","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1037","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771254,"bill_number":"S1657","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1657","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771255,"bill_number":"S1028","title":"To provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care","description":"For legislation to provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2360","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1028","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771256,"bill_number":"S1856","title":"Relative to 2-person train crew size","description":"For legislation relative to 2-person train crew size policy. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1856","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771257,"bill_number":"S1288","title":"Relative to elevator certificates","description":"For legislation relative to elevator certificates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1288","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771258,"bill_number":"S1319","title":"Relative to the recreational tramway board","description":"For legislation relative to the recreational tramway board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1319","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771259,"bill_number":"S597","title":"To safeguard access to patient medical records","description":"For legislation to safeguard access to patient medical records. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S597","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771260,"bill_number":"S271","title":"To improve the excellence to teaching programs","description":"For legislation to improve the excellence to teaching programs. Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S271","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771261,"bill_number":"S1264","title":"Relative to criminal justice training regarding autistic persons","description":"For legislation relative to criminal justice training regarding persons with autism spectrum disorder. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1264","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771262,"bill_number":"S63","title":"Relative to child custody","description":"For legislation relative to child custody. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S63/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S63","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771263,"bill_number":"S1034","title":"Ensuring parity for mental health and substance abuse treatment","description":"For legislation to ensure parity for mental health and substance abuse treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1034","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771265,"bill_number":"S865","title":"Amending the statute of limitations regarding criminal prosecutions for the crimes of sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"For legislation to amend the statute of limitations regarding criminal prosecutions for the crimes of sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S865","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771266,"bill_number":"S849","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":"For legislation to remove the requirement to provide notice to the department of mental health of a license granted to a guardian to sell real estate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S849","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771267,"bill_number":"S1010","title":"Recognizing the independence of franchise operators","description":"For legislation to recognize the independence of franchise operators. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1010","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771268,"bill_number":"S458","title":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks","description":"For legislation relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Postponed to the next session","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S458","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771269,"bill_number":"S393","title":"Relative to redistricting","description":"For legislation relative to an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S393","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771270,"bill_number":"S976","title":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","description":"For legislation to increase injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H3849","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S976","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771271,"bill_number":"S1207","title":"Removing the restrictions on the licenses of nurse practitioners and certified registered nurse anesthetists as recommended by the Institute of Medicine and the Federal Trade Commission","description":"For legislation to remove the restrictions on the licenses of nurse practitioners and certified registered nurse anesthetists as recommended by the Institute of Medicine and the Federal Trade Commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1207","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771272,"bill_number":"S547","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S547","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771273,"bill_number":"S1067","title":"Allowing the city of Everett to increase the fee for second class motor dealers licenses","description":"For legislation to allow the city of Everett to increase the fee for second class motor dealers licenses. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1067","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771274,"bill_number":"S763","title":"Relating to costs of appeals by the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to costs of appeals by the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S763","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771275,"bill_number":"S308","title":"Establishing additional funding for students","description":"For legislation to establish additional funding for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S308","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771276,"bill_number":"S1263","title":"Relative to pedestrian stop data","description":"For legislation relative to pedestrian stop data. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1263","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771277,"bill_number":"S1515","title":"To shift revenue from sales tax to transportation fuel tax","description":"For legislation to shift revenue from sales tax to transportation fuel tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1515","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771278,"bill_number":"S567","title":"To establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers","description":"For legislation to establish criteria for Masshealth hardship waivers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S567","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771279,"bill_number":"S1726","title":"Allowing cities, towns and districts to procure contracts for the design, construction, financing and operation of wastewater and water treatment facilities","description":"For legislation to procure contracts for the design, construction, financing and operation of wastewater and water treatment facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1726","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771280,"bill_number":"S137","title":"Protecting consumers during a state of emergency","description":"For legislation to protect consumers during a state of emergency. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S137","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771281,"bill_number":"S261","title":"To improve literacy skills","description":"For legislation to improve literacy skills. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2330","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S261","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771282,"bill_number":"S912","title":"Promoting gender equity","description":"For legislation to promote gender equity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S912","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771283,"bill_number":"S1356","title":"Allowing Greg Stewart, a retired member of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System, an accidental disability retirement option","description":"For legislation to allow Greg Stewart an accidental disability retirement option. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1356","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771284,"bill_number":"S1495","title":"Protecting senior citizens from third party tax collection","description":"For legislation to protect senior citizens from third party tax collection. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1495","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771285,"bill_number":"S103","title":"Relative to the office of the child advocate","description":"For legislation relative to the office of the child advocate. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2270","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S103","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771286,"bill_number":"S563","title":"To increase health insurer reporting transparency","description":"For legislation to increase health insurer reporting transparency. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S563","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771287,"bill_number":"S1717","title":"Relative to the observance of a Gold Star Wives Day and a Gold Star Mothers and Families Day","description":"For legislation relative to the observance of a Gold Star Wives Day and a Gold Star Mothers and Families Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1717","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771288,"bill_number":"S443","title":"Relative to privately operated animal shelters and rescue organizations","description":"For legislation relative to privately operated animal shelters and rescue organizations. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S443","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771290,"bill_number":"S1088","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1088","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771291,"bill_number":"S105","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S105","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771292,"bill_number":"S1395","title":"Relative to creditable service for teachers","description":"For legislation relative to creditable service for teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1395","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771293,"bill_number":"S615","title":"Relative to coverage for chronic illness","description":"For legislation relative to coverage for chronic illness. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S615","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771294,"bill_number":"S1600","title":"Reducing the income tax","description":"For legislation to reduce the income tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1600","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771295,"bill_number":"S593","title":"Eliminating age discrimination in the MassHealth program","description":"For legislation to eliminate age discrimination in the MassHealth program. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S593","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771296,"bill_number":"S73","title":"Creating an electronic backpack for foster children","description":"For legislation to create an electronic backpack for foster children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S73/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S73","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771297,"bill_number":"S464","title":"To restore the public trust for tidelands","description":"For legislation to restore the public trust for tidelands. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S464","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771298,"bill_number":"S1463","title":"Relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2192","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1463","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771299,"bill_number":"S84","title":"Creating an interagency child abuse and neglect prevention task force","description":"For legislation to create an interagency child abuse and neglect prevention task force. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H1432","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S84/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S84","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771300,"bill_number":"S637","title":"Relative to providing short term health care plans","description":"For legislation relative to providing short term health care plans. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S637","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771301,"bill_number":"S1245","title":"Relative to prison overcrowding","description":"For legislation relative to sentencing laws. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1245","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771302,"bill_number":"S1312","title":"Regulating pawnbrokers","description":"For legislation to regulate pawnbrokers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1312","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771303,"bill_number":"S503","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S503","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771304,"bill_number":"S291","title":"Relative to geography education","description":"For legislation relative to geography education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S291","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771305,"bill_number":"S1208","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"For legislation relative to food labeling. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4065","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1208","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771306,"bill_number":"S1857","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to assess the current status of the Commonwealth’s transportation system","description":"For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to assess the current status of the commonwealth’s transportation system. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1857","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771307,"bill_number":"S1144","title":"Relative to equal access to original birth certificates","description":"For legislation relative to equal access to original birth certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4307","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1144","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771308,"bill_number":"S120","title":"Relative to establishing senior citizen safety zones","description":"For legislation to establish senior citizen safety zones. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S120","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771309,"bill_number":"S365","title":"To repeal the nursing home tax","description":"For legislation to repeal the nursing home tax. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S365","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771310,"bill_number":"S360","title":"Relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer’s","description":"For legislation relative to training of elder services workers in dementia and Alzheimer’s. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S360","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771311,"bill_number":"S337","title":"Interrupting the school to prison pipeline","description":"For legislation to interrupt the school to prison pipeline. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2348","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S337","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771312,"bill_number":"S168","title":"Requiring certain officials to be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation","description":"For legislation to require certain officials to be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S168","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771313,"bill_number":"S1163","title":"Relative to the advanced nursing practice","description":"For legislation relative to the advanced nursing practice. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1163","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771315,"bill_number":"S874","title":"Revising the charitable immunity cap","description":"For legislation to revise the charitable immunity cap. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S874","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771316,"bill_number":"S859","title":"Resolve for a commission to review, replace, and eliminate the Grand Jury System","description":"For legislation for a commission to review, replace, and eliminate the grand jury system. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S859","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771317,"bill_number":"S818","title":"Encouraging 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S818","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771318,"bill_number":"S1070","title":"Establishing community benefit districts","description":"For legislation to establish community benefit districts. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2065","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1070","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771319,"bill_number":"S1716","title":"To provide for efficient use of leased or rented property and prevent waste in use of leased or rented facilities","description":"For legislation to provide for efficient use of leased or rented property and prevent waste in use of leased or rented facilities. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1716","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771320,"bill_number":"S1058","title":"Further regulating redevelopment in the Roxbury section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to redevelopment in the Roxbury area of the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1058","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771321,"bill_number":"S1468","title":"Building real incentives for college savings","description":"For legislation relative to building real incentives for college savings. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4231","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1468","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771322,"bill_number":"S532","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S532","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771323,"bill_number":"S1064","title":"Relative to the establishment of a county stabilization fund","description":"Relative to the establishment of a county stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 151 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1064","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771324,"bill_number":"S1476","title":"Authorizing municipalities to authorize real estate tax rebates to qualified property owners","description":"For legislation to authorize the cities and towns of Massachusetts to authorize real estate tax rebates to qualified property owners. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1476","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771325,"bill_number":"S601","title":"To provide for the privacy of information submitted by hospital medical staff","description":"For legislation to provide for the privacy of information of submitted by medical staff. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S601","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771326,"bill_number":"S1610","title":"Relative to reducing the tax burden on seniors","description":"For legislation relative to reducing the tax burden on seniors. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1610","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771327,"bill_number":"S128","title":"Regarding identity fraud","description":"For legislation relative to identity fraud. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S128","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771328,"bill_number":"S1417","title":"Relative to providing certain public employees creditable retirement service time for active service in the armed forces","description":"For legislation to further regulate certain public employees creditable retirement service time for active service in the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1417","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771329,"bill_number":"S1253","title":"Increasing the penalties for the illegal possession of firearms","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for the illegal possession of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1253","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771330,"bill_number":"S685","title":"Authorizing performance-based education funding","description":"For legislation to authorize Performance-Based Education Funding. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S685","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771331,"bill_number":"S177","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S177","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771332,"bill_number":"S185","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S185","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771333,"bill_number":"S1023","title":"Promoting job training in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote job training in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3812","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1023","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771334,"bill_number":"S155","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S155","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771335,"bill_number":"S182","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S182","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771336,"bill_number":"S1573","title":"Relative to the creation of a training tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a training tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1573","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771337,"bill_number":"S1823","title":"Relative to license renewal fees for Massachusetts veterans","description":"For legislation relative to license renewal fees for Massachusetts veterans. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1823","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771338,"bill_number":"S1500","title":"Relative to homeowners associations","description":"For legislation relative to homeowners associations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1500","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771340,"bill_number":"S848","title":"Relative to spousal immunity","description":"For legislation relative to spousal immunity. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S848","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771341,"bill_number":"S1218","title":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"For legislation relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2149","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1218","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771342,"bill_number":"S1502","title":"Providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services","description":"For legislation to provide access to full spectrum addiction treatment services. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2432","last_action_date":"2016-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1502","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771343,"bill_number":"S622","title":"Relative to supplemental lines of insurance","description":"For legislation relative to supplemental lines of insurance. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S622","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771344,"bill_number":"S895","title":"Relative to sex offender registration","description":"For legislation relative to sex offender registration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S895","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771345,"bill_number":"S738","title":"Improving juror service responses","description":"For legislation to improve juror service responses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S738","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771346,"bill_number":"S1870","title":"Enhancing local road construction","description":"For legislation to enhance local road construction and speed limits. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1870","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771347,"bill_number":"S1247","title":"Relative to firearms and firearms violence","description":"For legislation relative to firearms and firearms violence. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1247","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771348,"bill_number":"S1753","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1753","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771349,"bill_number":"S1204","title":"To ensure safe medication administration","description":"For legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1204","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771350,"bill_number":"S1248","title":"Relative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations","description":"Relative to the safe transfer of individuals in emergency situations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1248","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771352,"bill_number":"S1589","title":"An act regarding Septic Credit Eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to septic credit eligibility. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1589","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771353,"bill_number":"S1446","title":"Correcting pension inequity for James G. Clothier","description":"For legislation to correct pension inequity for James G. Clothier. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1446","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771354,"bill_number":"S1295","title":"Relative to unsafe elevators","description":"For legislation relative to unsafe elevators. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1295","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771355,"bill_number":"S1384","title":"Allowing for payment in lieu of a disability allowance","description":"For legislation to allow for payment in lieu of a disability allowance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1384","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771356,"bill_number":"S1826","title":"Establishing an autism spectrum disorder designation on driver’s licenses and identification cards and criminal justice training relative to autism spectrum disorders","description":"For legislation relative to establishing an autism spectrum disorder designation on driver’s licenses and identification cards and criminal justice training relative to autism spectrum disorders. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2178","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1826","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771357,"bill_number":"S1525","title":"Providing tax credits for hospitals providing charitable care","description":"For legislation to provide tax credits for hospitals providing charitable care. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1525","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771358,"bill_number":"S1892","title":"An act relative to commercial fees","description":"For legislation relative to commercial fees. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1892","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771359,"bill_number":"S219","title":"Relative to promoting local economic development","description":"For legislation to promote local economic development. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S219","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771360,"bill_number":"S889","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S889","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771361,"bill_number":"S1314","title":"Relative to uniform disciplinary procedures for correctional officers","description":"For legislation relative to uniform disciplinary procedures for correctional officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1314","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771362,"bill_number":"S1504","title":"Relative to safe and efficient transportation systems","description":"For legislation relative to safe and efficient transportation systems. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1504","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771363,"bill_number":"S1117","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle safety and fluorescent clothing. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1117","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771364,"bill_number":"S70","title":"Promoting 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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S70/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S70","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771366,"bill_number":"S47","title":"Committee Divisions Implementation Plan","description":"Relative to a committee division implementation plan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Order adopted -see Roll Call #16 [YEAS 39 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S47/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S47","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771367,"bill_number":"S514","title":"Requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services","description":"For legislation to require reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S514","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771368,"bill_number":"S1714","title":"Establishing the Commission on Government Accountability, Economy, and Efficiency","description":"For legislation to establish the commission on government accountability, economy, and efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1714","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771369,"bill_number":"S179","title":"Relative to robocall telephone solicitation","description":"For legislation relative to robocall telephone solicitation. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2246","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S179","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771370,"bill_number":"S1180","title":"To increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve the treatment individuals with autism receive in medical settings","description":"For legislation to increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve the treatment individuals with autism receive in medical settings. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2211","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1180","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771371,"bill_number":"S1410","title":"Providing for fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resources Authority employees","description":"For legislation to provide fairness and equity for Massachusetts Water Resource Authority employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1410","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771372,"bill_number":"S1269","title":"Relative to non-resident firearm license fees","description":"For legislation relative to non-resident firearm license fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1269","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771373,"bill_number":"S279","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"For legislation relative to financial literacy in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S279","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771374,"bill_number":"S379","title":"Relative to election officers","description":"For legislation relative to election officers. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S379","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771375,"bill_number":"S973","title":"Establishing fair scheduling for employees in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish fair scheduling for employees in the Commonwealth. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S973","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771376,"bill_number":"S273","title":"Improving state reimbursements for charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to improving state reimbursements for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S273","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771377,"bill_number":"S1116","title":"Establishing civil and criminal penalties for the female genital mutilation of minors","description":"For legislation to establish civil and criminal penalties for the female genital mutilation of minors. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2279","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1116","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771378,"bill_number":"S777","title":"Relative to insubstantial, frivolous or bad faith claims in district and municipal courts","description":"For legislation relative to insubstantial, frivolous or bad faith claims in district and municipal courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S777","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771379,"bill_number":"S658","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study into expanding targeted student loan forgiveness programs","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study into expanding targeted student loan forgiveness programs. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S658","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771380,"bill_number":"H3399","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 3400) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Mark of Peru. April 15, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Adopted 120 YEAS to 35 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 34)","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3399","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":771381,"bill_number":"S1564","title":"Extending single sales factor apportionment to all retail and wholesale corporations","description":"For legislation to extend single sales factor apportionment to all retail and wholesale corporations. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1564","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771382,"bill_number":"S1234","title":"Relative to military grade controlled property","description":"For legislation relative to military grade controlled property. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1234","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771383,"bill_number":"S1435","title":"Relative to the indemnification of town administrators","description":"For legislation relative to the indemnification of town administrators. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1435","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771384,"bill_number":"S1764","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":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1764","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771385,"bill_number":"S1815","title":"Relative to hands free cell phone devices","description":"For legislation relative to hands free cell phone devices. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2032","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1815","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771386,"bill_number":"S1405","title":"Relative to harbormasters","description":"For legislation relative to harbormasters. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1405","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771387,"bill_number":"S824","title":"To increase the penalties for corporate manslaughter","description":"For legislation to increase the penalties for corporate manslaughter. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S824","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771388,"bill_number":"S1839","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Westfield as the All Westfield Patriots Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Westfield as the All Westfield Patriots Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 257 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1839","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771389,"bill_number":"S1603","title":"To promote economic growth in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote economic growth in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1603","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771391,"bill_number":"S1655","title":"To establish February 20 as Frederick Douglass Day","description":"For legislation to establish February 20 as Frederick Douglass Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading new draft substituted, see S2525","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1655","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771392,"bill_number":"S550","title":"Relative to the duplicate application requirement for dwelling fire insurance policies","description":"For legislation relative to the duplicate application requirement for dwelling fire insurance policies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S550","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771393,"bill_number":"S1258","title":"To restore community trust in Massachusetts law enforcement","description":"For legislation to restore community trust in Massachusetts law enforcement. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1258","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771394,"bill_number":"S1521","title":"Relative to discharge of indebtedness of principal residence from gross income","description":"For legislation relative to discharge of indebtedness of principal residence from gross income. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3770","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1521","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771395,"bill_number":"S1159","title":"Regarding notification of patient observation status","description":"For legislation regarding notification of patient observation status. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1159","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771396,"bill_number":"S663","title":"Providing tuition retention at the University of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to provide tuition retention at the University of Massachusetts. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S663","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771397,"bill_number":"S1115","title":"Protecting public health during unseasonably warm weather","description":"For legislation to protect public health during unseasonably warm weather. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1115","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771398,"bill_number":"S1362","title":"Relative to the cost of living adjustment for local retirees","description":"For legislation relative to the cost of living adjustment for local retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1362","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771399,"bill_number":"S817","title":"Strengthening Identity Theft Law","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening identity theft law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S817","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771400,"bill_number":"S507","title":"Improving safety at automated teller machines","description":"For legislation to improve safety at automated teller machines. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S507","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771401,"bill_number":"S385","title":"Relative to the Public Office Liability and Safety Act (POLS Act)","description":"For legislation relative to the Public Office Liability and Safety Act (POLS Act). Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S385","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771402,"bill_number":"S968","title":"Relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"For legislation relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2033","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S968","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771403,"bill_number":"S1101","title":"Establishing the Assawompset pond complex flood management district commission","description":"For legislation to establish the Assawompset pond complex flood management district commission. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1101","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771404,"bill_number":"S351","title":"Resolve creating a special commission on institutional long term care","description":"For legislation to create a special commission on institutional long term care. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S351","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771405,"bill_number":"S53","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to corporate rights and political spending","description":"Relative to corporate rights and political spending. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S53/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S53","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771406,"bill_number":"S751","title":"Relative to the compensation of a guardian ad litem","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of GAL to investigate. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S751","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771407,"bill_number":"S248","title":"Providing health education in schools","description":"For legislation to provide health education in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2013","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S248","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771408,"bill_number":"S1111","title":"Relative to auxiliary police officers","description":"For legislation relative to auxiliary police officers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2175","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1111","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771409,"bill_number":"S1138","title":"Regarding the pediatric palliative care program","description":"For legislation relative to the pediatric palliative care program. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1138","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771410,"bill_number":"S1192","title":"Establishing a board of registration for clinical laboratory personnel","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration for clinical laboratory personnel. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1192","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771411,"bill_number":"S1844","title":"Directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to install sound barriers in Quincy and Braintree","description":"For legislation relative to directing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority to install sound barriers in Quincy and Braintree. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1844","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771412,"bill_number":"S94","title":"Relative to ensuring the well being of all children in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to ensure the well being of all children in the commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H429","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S94/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S94","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771413,"bill_number":"S660","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2102","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S660","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771414,"bill_number":"S1698","title":"Relative to fair access to surplus state equipment","description":"For legislation relative to fair access to surplus state equipment. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1698","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
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{"bill_id":771416,"bill_number":"S1168","title":"To modernize firm leadership structures","description":"For legislation to modernize firm leadership structures. Public Health.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2126","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1168","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771417,"bill_number":"S1748","title":"Requiring the timely adoption of greenhouse gas emission limits for the year 2030","description":"For legislation to require the timely adoption of greenhouse gas emission limits for the year 2030. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1748","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771418,"bill_number":"S929","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S929","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771419,"bill_number":"S88","title":"Establishing a commission on the status of children and youth","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on the status of children and youth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S88/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S88","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771420,"bill_number":"S447","title":"Relative to hunting with Unmanned Aerial Systems","description":"For legislation relative to hunting with Unmanned Aerial Systems. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S447","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771421,"bill_number":"S1585","title":"Relative to sales of motor vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to sales of motor vehicles. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1585","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771422,"bill_number":"S975","title":"Clarifying the meal break law to allow for private enforcement","description":"For legislation to clarify the meal break law to allow for private enforcement. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S975","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771423,"bill_number":"S899","title":"Prohibiting solicitation of a felony","description":"For legislation to prohibit solicitation of a felony. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4005","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S899","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771424,"bill_number":"S656","title":"Codifying and reforming the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Program","description":"For legislation relative to codifying and reforming the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S656","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771425,"bill_number":"S1768","title":"Relative to protecting consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas","description":"For legislation relative to protecting consumers of gas and electricity from paying for leaked and unaccounted for gas. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1768","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771426,"bill_number":"S1318","title":"Relative to amusement devices","description":"For legislation relative to amusement devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1318","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771427,"bill_number":"S1367","title":"Relative to the retirement rights of building trades employees at institutions of public higher education","description":"For legislation to include certain employees of public higher education institutions in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1367","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771428,"bill_number":"S669","title":"To expand veterans survivor benefits","description":"For legislation to expand veterans survivor benefits. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2098","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S669","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771429,"bill_number":"S1045","title":"Preventing prescription drug abuse by closing the pharmacy shopping loophole","description":"For legislation to prevent prescription drug abuse by closing the pharmacy shopping loophole. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1045","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":771430,"bill_number":"S1373","title":"Authorizing Gary W. Tirrell to receive additional creditable service from the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System","description":"For legislation to authorize Gary W. Tirrell to receive additional creditable service from the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1373","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771431,"bill_number":"S921","title":"Relative to criminal strangulation","description":"For legislation relative to criminal strangulation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S921","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":771433,"bill_number":"S1908","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1908","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771434,"bill_number":"S406","title":"Relative to plastic bag reduction","description":"For legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4168","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S406","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771435,"bill_number":"S153","title":"Relative to internet advertising","description":"For legislation relative to internet advertising. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S153","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771436,"bill_number":"S453","title":"For a competitive economy through safer alternatives to toxic chemicals","description":"For legislation relative to safer alternatives to toxic chemicals. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S453","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771437,"bill_number":"S1140","title":"Modernizing emergency medical services oversight","description":"For legislation to modernize emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1140","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771438,"bill_number":"S1767","title":"Requiring gas leak repairs during certain road projects","description":"For legislation to require gas leak repairs during certain road projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1767","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771440,"bill_number":"S242","title":"Relative to thoroughbred horse breeding","description":"For legislation relative to thoroughbred horse breeding. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S242","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771441,"bill_number":"S1746","title":"Designating Conflict Resolution Awareness Week","description":"For legislation to designate Conflict Resolution Awareness Week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1746","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771442,"bill_number":"S591","title":"To provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs","description":"For legislation to provide immediate relief to businesses on health care costs. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S591","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771443,"bill_number":"S80","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S80/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S80","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771444,"bill_number":"S61","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution requiring a supermajority vote for the utilization of rainy day funds","description":"By Mr. Tarr, a petition of Bruce E. Tarr, Leonard Mirra, Viriato M. deMacedo, Donald F. Humason, Jr. and others 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Proposal rejected -see Senate Roll Call #235 (6 YEAS to 31 NAYS) and -see House Roll Call #196 (43 YEAS to 109 NAYS)","last_action_date":"2016-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S61/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S61","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771445,"bill_number":"S1024","title":"To establish a living wage for employees of big box retail stores and fast food chains","description":"For legislation to establish a living wage for employees of big box retail stores and fast food chains. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1024","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771446,"bill_number":"S1459","title":"To sustain community preservation revenue","description":"For legislation to sustain community preservation revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2587","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1459","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771447,"bill_number":"S676","title":"Relative to breaking generational cycles of poverty","description":"For legislation to create a transitional aid to families with dependent children career pathways trust fund. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2099","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S676","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771448,"bill_number":"S1149","title":"Relative to the closing of hospital essential services","description":"For legislation relative to the closing of hospital essential services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1149","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771449,"bill_number":"S1913","title":"Relative to public homes for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to public homes for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1913","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771450,"bill_number":"S192","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S192","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771451,"bill_number":"S642","title":"Relative to medicare and medicaid benchmarks","description":"For legislation relative to medicare and medicaid benchmarks. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S642","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771452,"bill_number":"S1086","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1086","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771453,"bill_number":"S183","title":"Relative to mobile spas","description":"For legislation relative to mobile spas. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S183","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771454,"bill_number":"S781","title":"To exempt certain criminal misdemeanors from the hearing provisions of G.L. C. 218","description":"For legislation to exempt certain criminal misdemeanors from the hearing provisions as required by law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S781","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771455,"bill_number":"S1125","title":"Relative to cost reduction in the Medicaid program by improving early childhood oral health","description":"For legislation relative to the enhanced management of early childhood caries among MassHealth patients. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1125","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771456,"bill_number":"S826","title":"Creating a rights of victims of sexual assault task force","description":"For legislation to create a rights of victims of sexual assault task force. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S826","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771457,"bill_number":"S1131","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. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1131","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771458,"bill_number":"S327","title":"To further narrow the achievement gap","description":"For legislation to further narrow the achievement gap. Education.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2203","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S327","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771459,"bill_number":"S1550","title":"Relative to property taxes and senior citizens","description":"For legislation to reduce the property taxes of certain elderly persons. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1550","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771460,"bill_number":"S1774","title":"Fueling job creation through energy efficiency","description":"For legislation to fuel job creation through energy efficiency. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1774","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771461,"bill_number":"S1725","title":"Justifying the use of project labor agreements","description":"For legislation to justify the use of project labor agreements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1725","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771462,"bill_number":"S449","title":"Relative to out of state mooring","description":"For legislation realtive to out of state mooring. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S449","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771463,"bill_number":"S573","title":"Providing for tobacco cessation benefits","description":"For legislation to provide coverage for tobacco use cessation under Commonwealth Care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S573","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771464,"bill_number":"S1486","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1486","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771465,"bill_number":"S586","title":"Relative to integrated behavioral health care","description":"For legislation relative to integrated behavioral health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S586","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771466,"bill_number":"S814","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"For legislation relative to definition of larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2132","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S814","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771467,"bill_number":"S1888","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1888","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771468,"bill_number":"S262","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For legislation relative to language opportunity for our kids. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2288","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S262","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771469,"bill_number":"S76","title":"Providing for an investigation and study by a special interagency task force relative to gender-responsive programming for juvenile justice system-involved girls","description":"For legislation to provide for an investigation and study by a special interagency task force relative to gender-responsive programming for juvenile justice system-involved girls. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H82","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S76/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S76","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771470,"bill_number":"S1546","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"For legislation to clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3639","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1546","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771471,"bill_number":"S212","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"For legislation to establish the MassMade Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2135","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S212","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771472,"bill_number":"S1821","title":"Providing for the enhanced protection of the dig safe law","description":"For legislation to provide for the enhanced protection of the dig safe law. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2265","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1821","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771473,"bill_number":"S1127","title":"To promote healthy communities and the environment","description":"For legislation to promote healthy communities and the environment. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1127","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771474,"bill_number":"S164","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S164","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771475,"bill_number":"S1571","title":"To require periodic regulatory review at the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to require periodic regulatory review at the Department of Revenue. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1571","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771476,"bill_number":"S1445","title":"Protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1445","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771477,"bill_number":"S942","title":"Relative to essential regional services","description":"For legislation relative to essential regional services. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S942","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771478,"bill_number":"S542","title":"Establishing uniform confidentiality and enforcement provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks","description":"For legislation to establish uniform confidentiality and enforcement provisions relative to certain licensees under the jurisdiction of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S542","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771479,"bill_number":"S1909","title":"Relative to workers compensation for veterans","description":"For legislation relative to workers compensation for veterans. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1909","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771480,"bill_number":"S1063","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1063","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771481,"bill_number":"S56","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to the reform of the Executive Council","description":"Relative to the reform of the Executive Council. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S56/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S56","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771482,"bill_number":"S1436","title":"Relative to funeral and burial expenses","description":"For legislation relative to funeral and burial expenses. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1436","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771483,"bill_number":"S1541","title":"To promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification","description":"For legislation to promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification. Revenue.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1974","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1541","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771484,"bill_number":"S923","title":"Consumer Legal Equalization Act","description":"For legislation relative to Consumer Legal Equalization Act. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S923","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771485,"bill_number":"S1224","title":"Relative to the posting of nail polish warning notices in manicure shops","description":"For legislation to post nail polish warning notices in manicure shops. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1224","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771486,"bill_number":"S1665","title":"Relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices","description":"For legislation relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1665","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771487,"bill_number":"S846","title":"Requiring police notification to certain neighbors of level 2 sex offenders","description":"For legislation to require police notification to certain neighbors of level 2 sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S846","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771489,"bill_number":"S1414","title":"Providing for an early retirement incentive program for Employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"For legislation relative to early retirement incentive program for Employees of the Massachusetts Port Authority. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1414","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771490,"bill_number":"S868","title":"Relating to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"For legislation relative to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S868","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771491,"bill_number":"S1171","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1171","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771492,"bill_number":"S788","title":"Relative to supplementary process","description":"For legislation relative to supplementary process. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S788","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771493,"bill_number":"S1124","title":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"For legislation to provide for safe patient handling. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4039","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1124","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771494,"bill_number":"S1449","title":"Repealing the sales tax exemption for jet fuel","description":"For legislation to repeal the sales tax exemption for jet fuel. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1449","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771495,"bill_number":"S1344","title":"Relative to health insurance coverage for certain dependents","description":"For legislation relative to health insurance coverage for certain dependents. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1344","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771496,"bill_number":"S407","title":"Requiring registration of recycling contractors","description":"For legislation to require registration of recycling contractors. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S407","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771497,"bill_number":"S377","title":"Establishing election day registration","description":"For legislation to establish election day registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S377","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771498,"bill_number":"S800","title":"Relative to bail fees","description":"Relative to increases the maximum fee charged by any person authorized to take bail. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S800","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771499,"bill_number":"S1176","title":"To clarify the site assignment process","description":"For legislation to clarify the site assignment process. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1176","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771500,"bill_number":"S98","title":"To ensure accountability in the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to ensure accountability in the Department of Transitional Assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S98/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S98","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771501,"bill_number":"S531","title":"Relative to special insurance brokers","description":"For legislation relative to special insurance brokers and continuous affidavits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S531","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771502,"bill_number":"S476","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4169","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S476","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771503,"bill_number":"S96","title":"Relative to the well being of children","description":"For legislation relative to the well being of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2306","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S96/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S96","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771504,"bill_number":"S230","title":"Relative to gateway communities","description":"For legislation relative to gateway communities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S230","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771505,"bill_number":"S1277","title":"Relative to end of life choices of inmates","description":"For legislation relative to end of life choices of inmates. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1277","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771506,"bill_number":"S1806","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Port Authority Community Advisory Committee. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1806","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771507,"bill_number":"S456","title":"Establishing tracking and reporting requirements for Massachusetts transportation fuels and associated greenhouse gas emissions","description":"For legislation to establish tracking and reporting requirements for Massachusetts transportation fuels and associated greenhouse gas emissions. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S456","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771508,"bill_number":"S1630","title":"To lower the cost of creating record copies for historical researchers","description":"For legislation to lower the cost of creating record copies for historical researchers. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1630","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771509,"bill_number":"S1482","title":"Relative to certain endowment funds in private institutions of higher learning","description":"For legislation relative to certain endowment funds in private institutions of higher learning. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1482","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771510,"bill_number":"S543","title":"Relative to the licensing and supervision of finance companies by the Division of Banks","description":"For legislation relative to the licensing and supervision of finance companies by the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S543","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771511,"bill_number":"S719","title":"Requiring landlord notice of unsafe conditions","description":"For legislation to require landlord notice of unsafe conditions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S719","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771512,"bill_number":"S1121","title":"Relative to public health dental hygienists","description":"For legislation relative to public health dental hygienists. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1121","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771514,"bill_number":"S723","title":"Further regulating condominium associations","description":"For legislation relative to compliance of condominium associations. Housing.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S723","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771515,"bill_number":"S265","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislation relative to student sex education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2013","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S265","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771516,"bill_number":"S1824","title":"Promoting electric vehicle adoption","description":"For legislation to promote electric vehicle adoption. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2266","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1824","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771517,"bill_number":"S127","title":"Modernizing the business licensing process","description":"For legislation relative to modernizing the business licensing process. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S127","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771518,"bill_number":"S1674","title":"Designating May 6 as Moyamoya Disease Awareness Day","description":"For legislation to designate Moyamoya Awareness Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1674","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":771519,"bill_number":"S1607","title":"Relative to tax credits for the purchase of certain medical supplies","description":"For legislation relative to tax credits for the purchase of certain medical supplies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1607","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771520,"bill_number":"S1283","title":"Providing for HIV testing for at risk police officers","description":"For legislation to provide for HIV testing for at risk police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1283","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771521,"bill_number":"S1784","title":"Relative to net metering","description":"For legislation relative to net metering. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1784","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771522,"bill_number":"S1355","title":"To establish retirement parity for long term public defenders","description":"For legislation to establish retirement parity for long-term public defenders. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1355","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771523,"bill_number":"S1335","title":"Relative to the retroactive application of veterans creditable service","description":"For legislation relative to the retroactive application of veterans creditable service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1335","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771524,"bill_number":"S1052","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1052","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771525,"bill_number":"S1831","title":"Relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles","description":"For legislation relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1831","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771526,"bill_number":"S1141","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to volunteer ambulance service. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2294","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1141","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771527,"bill_number":"S603","title":"To improve the accessibility and affordability of naloxone and other pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern","description":"For legislation to improve the accessibility and affordability of naloxone and other pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Substituted by S2022, amended","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S603","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":771528,"bill_number":"S1737","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1737","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771529,"bill_number":"S331","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2337","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S331","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771530,"bill_number":"S1832","title":"Providing for employment contracts for appointed municipal assessors, treasurers and collectors","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle safety checkpoints. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1832","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771531,"bill_number":"S762","title":"Relative to the preservation of certain appellate rights","description":"For legislation to preserve certain appellate rights. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S762","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771532,"bill_number":"H3400","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016","description":"Bill Title: An Act making appropriations for fiscal year 2016","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-04-29","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3401","last_action_date":"2015-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H3400","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":771533,"bill_number":"S354","title":"Relative to the funding of senior center development","description":"For legislation relative to the funding of senior center development. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S354","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771534,"bill_number":"S811","title":"Relative to the waiver of billable hours for the private bar in certain circumstances","description":"For legislation relative to the waiver of billable hours for the private bar in certain circumstances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S811","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771535,"bill_number":"S904","title":"To protect the commonwealth's residents from identity theft","description":"For legislation to protect the Commonwealth's residents from identity theft. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S904","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771536,"bill_number":"S1398","title":"Relative to surviving spouses of retirees","description":"For legislation relative to surviving spouses of retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1398","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771537,"bill_number":"S387","title":"To expand voting rights","description":"For legislation to expand voting rights. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S387","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771539,"bill_number":"S945","title":"Relative to gang violence and witness intimidation","description":"For legislation relative to gang violence and witness intimidation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S945","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771540,"bill_number":"S1841","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to autonomous vehicles. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2317","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1841","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771541,"bill_number":"S278","title":"Commissioning a study of vocational education","description":"For legislation to commission a study of vocational education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2346","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S278","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771542,"bill_number":"S417","title":"Relative to Massachusetts forester licensing","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts forester licensing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S417","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771543,"bill_number":"S1452","title":"To invest in our communities","description":"For legislation to invest in our communities and tax exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1452","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771544,"bill_number":"S511","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S511","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771545,"bill_number":"S1705","title":"Relative to life cycle costs for public construction","description":"For legislation relative to life cycle costs for public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1705","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771546,"bill_number":"S654","title":"Regarding higher education opportunities for high school graduates in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to higher education opportunities for high school graduates in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S654","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771547,"bill_number":"S463","title":"To ensure microbead-free water","description":"For legislation to ensure microbead-free water. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S463","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771548,"bill_number":"S760","title":"Relative to strengthening the anti-slapp law","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Anti-Slapp Law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S760","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771549,"bill_number":"S465","title":"Relative to the removal and disposal of waste oil","description":"For legislation to remove and dispose of waste oil. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S465","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771550,"bill_number":"S795","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S795","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771551,"bill_number":"S306","title":"To require authentic assessments of student achievement be used to ensure students are being taught more closely to levels within their personal zones of proximal development","description":"For legislation to require authentic assessments of student achievement be used to ensure students are being taught more closely to levels within their personal zones of proximal development. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2337","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S306","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771552,"bill_number":"S1593","title":"To promote civic engagement in setting the income tax rate","description":"For legislation to promote civic engagement in setting the income tax rate. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1593","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771553,"bill_number":"S1273","title":"Relative to the Lawful Sale of Ammunition","description":"For legislation relative to the lawful sale of ammunition. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1273","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771554,"bill_number":"S635","title":"Regarding shared responsibility for funding of health care oversight agencies","description":"For legislation relative to shared responsibility for funding of health care oversight agencies. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2381","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S635","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771555,"bill_number":"S246","title":"Relative to school transportation parity","description":"For legislation relative to school transportation parity. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S246","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771556,"bill_number":"S505","title":"To protect abandoned property owners","description":"For legislation to protect abandoned property owners. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S505","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771557,"bill_number":"S1590","title":"Providing local property tax relief","description":"For legislation to provide local property tax relief. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1590","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771558,"bill_number":"S873","title":"Relative to corporate criminal conduct","description":"For legislation relative to corporate criminal conduct. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S873","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771559,"bill_number":"S1912","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1912","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771560,"bill_number":"S126","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S126","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771561,"bill_number":"S334","title":"Relative to charter school community impacts","description":"For legislation relative to charter school community impacts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S334","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771562,"bill_number":"S1792","title":"To provide a black out battery back up","description":"For legislation to provide a black out battery back up. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1792","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771564,"bill_number":"S1605","title":"Relative to a small business gas tax credit","description":"For legislation relative to a small business gas tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1605","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771565,"bill_number":"S785","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"For legislation to improve the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S785","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771566,"bill_number":"S594","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 in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2140","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S594","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771567,"bill_number":"S479","title":"To establish consumer choice in automobile insurance","description":"For legislation to establish consumer choice in automobile insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S479","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771568,"bill_number":"S1760","title":"Relative to creating a clean energy standard","description":"For legislation to create a clean energy standard. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1760","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771569,"bill_number":"S1883","title":"Relative to the essex coastal scenic byway","description":"For legislation relative to the essex coastal scenic byway. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1883","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771570,"bill_number":"S159","title":"Relative to the recorking of wine","description":"For legislation relative to the recorking of wine. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H199","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S159","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771571,"bill_number":"S585","title":"To require equitable access to behavioral health services for MassHealth consumers","description":"For legislation to provide equitable access to behavorial health for MassHealth consumers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S585","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771572,"bill_number":"S144","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S144","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771573,"bill_number":"S1427","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the civil service exam","description":"For legislation relative to an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the civil service exam. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1427","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771574,"bill_number":"S1648","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 Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1648","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771575,"bill_number":"S861","title":"To allow the recording of conversations to reflect federal law whereby a party to a conversation may record it without prior consent as long as the recording is not done with criminal or tortious intent","description":"For legislation to allow the recording of conversations to reflect federal law whereby a party to a conversation may record it without prior consent as long as the recording is not done with criminal or tortious intent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S861/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S861","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771576,"bill_number":"S95","title":"Relative to foster kids","description":"For legislation relative to Foster Kids. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S95/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S95","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771577,"bill_number":"S1337","title":"Relative to the conversion of certain disability retirements","description":"Relative to the conversion of certain disability retirements of public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1337","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771578,"bill_number":"S240","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S240","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771579,"bill_number":"S1333","title":"Relative to accountability of law enforcement professionals","description":"For legislation to exempt law enforcement professionals from certain labor laws. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1333","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771580,"bill_number":"S510","title":"Related to insurer reserve requirements","description":"For legislation related to insurer reserve requirements. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S510","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771581,"bill_number":"S525","title":"Relative to insurance surcharges and inspection stickers","description":"For legislation relative to insurance surcharges and inspection stickers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S525","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771582,"bill_number":"S1187","title":"To prevent undue influence on prescriber behavior","description":"For legislation to prevent undue influence on prescriber behavior. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1187","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771583,"bill_number":"S1339","title":"Resolving collective bargaining disputes","description":"For legislation relative to collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1339","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771584,"bill_number":"S1419","title":"Relative to the transfer of retirees to a Medicare health plan","description":"For legislation relative to the transfer of retireees to a Medicare health plan. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1419","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771585,"bill_number":"S831","title":"Relative to advertising by a justice of the peace","description":"Relative to advertising by justices of the peace for the solemnization of marriages. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S831","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771586,"bill_number":"S707","title":"To clarify condominium priority liens","description":"For legislation to clarify condominium priority liens. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S707","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771587,"bill_number":"S1040","title":"Creating patient choice and education in the dispensing of opiate drugs","description":"For legislation to create patient choice and education in the dispensing of opiate drugs. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1040","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771588,"bill_number":"S221","title":"Creating the Home Works Program","description":"For legislation to create the Home Works Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2136","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S221","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771589,"bill_number":"S1538","title":"Authorizing voluntary contributions to the Massachusetts Fire Fighters Academy Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to authorize voluntary income tax return contributions to the Massachusetts Fire Fighters Academy Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1538","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771590,"bill_number":"S596","title":"Safeguarding consumer parity rights","description":"For legislation to safeguard consumer parity rights. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S596","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771591,"bill_number":"S1688","title":"Relative to oversight of capital expenditures in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to oversight of capital expenditures in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1688","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771592,"bill_number":"S178","title":"Protecting Massachusetts businesses from abusive patent infringement claims","description":"For legislation to protect Massachusetts businesses from abusive patent infringement claims. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S178","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771594,"bill_number":"S1225","title":"To protect essential health services","description":"For legislation to protect essential health services. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1225","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771595,"bill_number":"S1094","title":"Relative to Parking Advancements for the Revitalization of Communities (PARC)","description":"For legislation relative to Parking Advancements for the Revitalization of Communities (PARC). Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1094","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771596,"bill_number":"S1195","title":"Relative to healthy schools","description":"For legislation relative to healthy cleaning products in schools. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1195","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771597,"bill_number":"S840","title":"Relative to tenant screening fees","description":"For legislation relative to tenant screening fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S840","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771598,"bill_number":"S753","title":"Relative to the recording of judgments, decrees and orders of the Probate and Family Court","description":"For legislation to record judgments, decrees and orders of the Probate and Family Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S753","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771599,"bill_number":"S374","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S374","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771600,"bill_number":"S1102","title":"To support the equitable utilization of third party consultants in land use determinations","description":"For legislation to support the equitable utilization of third party consultants in land use determinations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1102","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771601,"bill_number":"S1443","title":"Relative to impairment of health caused by infectious disease","description":"For legislation relative to impairment of health caused by infectious disease. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1443","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771602,"bill_number":"S402","title":"Protecting the natural resources of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to protect the natural and historic resources of the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S402","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771603,"bill_number":"S612","title":"Relative to increasing access to psychological services","description":"For legislation to increase access to psychological services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S612","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771604,"bill_number":"S964","title":"Relative to the payment of wages","description":"Relative to the payment of wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S964","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771605,"bill_number":"S1404","title":"Relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2045","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1404","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771606,"bill_number":"S366","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S366","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771607,"bill_number":"S1713","title":"Designating New England clam chowder as the official state dish of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate New England clam chowder as the official state dish of the commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1713","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771608,"bill_number":"S439","title":"To ensure continued humane animal care and protect family farms in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to ensure continued humane animal care and protect family farms in Massachusetts. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S439","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771609,"bill_number":"S890","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. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S890","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771610,"bill_number":"S1411","title":"Relative to MassPort officers","description":"For legislation relative to MassPort officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1411","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771611,"bill_number":"S197","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S197","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771612,"bill_number":"S860","title":"An act relative to youth emancipation","description":"For legislation relative to youth emancipation. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S860","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771614,"bill_number":"S793","title":"Relative to clarifying procedures for the custodial protection of a child requiring assistance","description":"For legislation to clarify procedures for the custodial protection by law enforcement and court officials of a child requiring assistance. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S793","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771615,"bill_number":"S1733","title":"Relative to the Commonwealth’s direct debt","description":"For legislation relative to the Commonwealth's direct debt. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1733","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771616,"bill_number":"S1742","title":"An act creating accountability for legislative reports","description":"For legislation to create accountability for legislative reports. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1742","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771617,"bill_number":"S435","title":"Prohibiting polystyrene packaging by 2019","description":"For legislation to prohibit polystyrene packaging by 2017. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S435","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771618,"bill_number":"S1905","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1905","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771619,"bill_number":"S863","title":"Amending the mandated reporter law","description":"For legislation to amend the mandated reporter law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S863","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771620,"bill_number":"S500","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S500","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771621,"bill_number":"S1554","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth Municipal Dog Park Trust Fund","description":"For legislation to establish the Commonwealth Municipal Dog Park Trust Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1554","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771622,"bill_number":"S1433","title":"Protecting volunteer law enforcement","description":"For legislation for accidental death benefits for volunteer deputy sheriffs. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1433","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771623,"bill_number":"S1073","title":"Increasing recycling by landlords and tenants","description":"For legislation to increase recycling by landlords and tenants. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1073","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771624,"bill_number":"S981","title":"To protect temporary workers’ unemployment benefits","description":"For legislation to protect temporary workers’ unemployment benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S981","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771625,"bill_number":"S679","title":"Concerning sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"For legislation relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2465","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S679","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771626,"bill_number":"S1836","title":"Providing Gold Star license plates to families of fallen veterans not killed in combat","description":"For legislation to provide Gold Star license plates to families of fallen veterans not killed in combat. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1836","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771627,"bill_number":"S395","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S395","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771628,"bill_number":"S884","title":"Relative to the definition of attempt in criminal cases","description":"For legislation relative to the definition of attempt in criminal cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","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":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S884","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771629,"bill_number":"S1453","title":"Improving the fairness of our tax laws","description":"For legislation to improve the fairness of our tax laws . Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1453","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771630,"bill_number":"S1019","title":"Relative for military leave for training purposes","description":"For legislation relative for military leave for training purposes. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2053","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1019","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771631,"bill_number":"S1692","title":"Designating a certain state facility in the city of New Bedford as the New Bedford marine commerce terminal","description":"For legislation to designate a certain state facility in the city of New Bedford as the New Bedford marine commerce terminal. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1692","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771632,"bill_number":"S546","title":"Amending the banking laws and related statutes","description":"For legislation to amend the banking laws and related statutes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S546","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771633,"bill_number":"S1916","title":"Establishing the Culture & Company Investment Corporation Law-“CCIC’s Law\"","description":"For legislation to establish the Culture & Company Investment Corporation Law-“CCIC’s Law\". Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2236","last_action_date":"2016-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1916","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771634,"bill_number":"S704","title":"Relating to 40B use restrictions","description":"For legislation relative to 40B use restrictions. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S704","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771635,"bill_number":"S1809","title":"Providing for the safety of bicyclists traveling on bicycle paths","description":"For legislation to provide for the safety of bicyclists traveling on bicycle paths. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2365","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1809","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771636,"bill_number":"S338","title":"Increasing accountability of DESE contracts","description":"For legislation relative to DESE contracts. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2336","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S338","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771637,"bill_number":"S1030","title":"To provide critical community health services","description":"For legislation to provide critical community health services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1030","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771639,"bill_number":"S1194","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1194","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771640,"bill_number":"S985","title":"Relative to private construction contracts","description":"For legislation relative to private construction contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2023","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S985","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771641,"bill_number":"S294","title":"Providing time to develop better measures of and assistance for student learning","description":"For legislation to provide time to develop better measures of and assistance for student learning. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2344","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S294","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771642,"bill_number":"S79","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S79/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S79","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771643,"bill_number":"S677","title":"Relative to public higher education transfers","description":"For legislation relative to public higher education transfers. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2100","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S677","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771644,"bill_number":"S1513","title":"Authorizing municipalities to grant property tax exemption for habitat and urban forest","description":"For legislation to authorize municipalities to grant property tax exemption for habitat and urban forest. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1513","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771645,"bill_number":"S218","title":"To require corporate social responsibility reporting","description":"For legislation to require corporate social responsibility reporting. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S218","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771646,"bill_number":"S412","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S412","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771647,"bill_number":"S1474","title":"Relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives","description":"For legislation relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1474","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771648,"bill_number":"S1898","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1898","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771649,"bill_number":"S1671","title":"Creating a commission to examine best borrowing practices","description":"For legislation to create a commission to examine best borrowing practices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1671","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771650,"bill_number":"S838","title":"Relative to police pursuits","description":"For legislation relative to police pursuits. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S838","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771651,"bill_number":"S1160","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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1160","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771652,"bill_number":"S1157","title":"To prevent sudden cardiac arrest","description":"For legislation to prevent sudden cardiac arrest. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1157","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771653,"bill_number":"S633","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. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S633","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771654,"bill_number":"S816","title":"To encourage lawyers to practice public interest law","description":"For legislation to encourage lawyers to practice public interest law. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S816","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771655,"bill_number":"S692","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S692","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771656,"bill_number":"S644","title":"Further regulating hospitals","description":"For legislation to further regulate hospitals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2382","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S644","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771657,"bill_number":"S1537","title":"Providing volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians with a local option real estate tax exemption","description":"For legislation to provide volunteer firefighters with a local option real estate tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1537","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771658,"bill_number":"S717","title":"Relative to enhanced housing authority screening","description":"For legislation relative to enhanced housing authority screening. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S717","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771659,"bill_number":"S1113","title":"Relative to the maintenance of private roads, bridges, and amenities in municipalities","description":"For legislation relative to the maintenance of private roads, bridges, and amenities in municipalities. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1113","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771660,"bill_number":"S928","title":"Regarding collection of outstanding delinquent legal fees","description":"For legislation to collect outstanding delinquent legal fees. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S928","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771661,"bill_number":"S971","title":"Relative to credits to the workforce competitiveness trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to the workforce competitiveness trust fund. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3812","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S971","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771662,"bill_number":"S539","title":"Relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance","description":"For legislation relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2450","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S539","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771664,"bill_number":"S1054","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1054","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771665,"bill_number":"S299","title":"To establish school nutrition education classes","description":"For legislation to establish school nutrition education classes. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S1976","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S299","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771666,"bill_number":"S1879","title":"Relative to cyclist safety","description":"For legislation relative to cyclist safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1879","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771667,"bill_number":"S1423","title":"Relative to veteran creditable service for certain public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to veteran creditable service for certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1423","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771668,"bill_number":"S844","title":"Updating the definition of felony larceny","description":"For legislation to update the definition of felony larceny. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2132","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S844","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771669,"bill_number":"S1099","title":"Further regulating the Community Events Fund in the town of Wareham","description":"For legislation relative to the Community Events Fund in the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-07-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1099","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771670,"bill_number":"S797","title":"Regarding asset forfeiture","description":"For legislation relative to asset forfeiture. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S797","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771671,"bill_number":"S1183","title":"Regulating the practice and licensure of lactation consultants","description":"For legislation to regulate the practice and licensure of lactation consultants. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1183","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771672,"bill_number":"S361","title":"Regarding home care services","description":"For legislation relative to home care services. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S361","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771673,"bill_number":"S520","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S520","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771674,"bill_number":"S1619","title":"Making technical corrections to the state trademarks act","description":"For legislation to make technical corrections to the State Trademarks Act. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1619","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771675,"bill_number":"S317","title":"Relative to childhood immunizations","description":"For legislation relative to childhood immunizations. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2345","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S317","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771676,"bill_number":"S89","title":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the PCA program","description":"Relative to cueing and supervision in the personal care attendant program. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H113","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S89/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S89","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771677,"bill_number":"S396","title":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping","description":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2240","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S396","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":771678,"bill_number":"S486","title":"Relative to insurance companies and quality measures","description":"For legislation relative to insurance companies and quality measures. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S486","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771679,"bill_number":"S696","title":"To protect condominium owners from unreasonable fees","description":"For legislation to protect condominium owners from unreasonable fees. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S696","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771680,"bill_number":"S460","title":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses","description":"For legislation relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2108","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S460","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
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{"bill_id":771682,"bill_number":"S256","title":"Relative to circuit breaker reimbursement","description":"For legislation relative to circuit breaker reimbursement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S256","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
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{"bill_id":771684,"bill_number":"S1877","title":"Prohibiting tolls on the Massachusetts Turnpike","description":"For legislation to prohibit tolls on the Massachusetts turnpike. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1877","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
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{"bill_id":771690,"bill_number":"S668","title":"To require disclosure of conflicts of interests in academic institutions","description":"For legislation to require disclosure of conflicts of interests in academic institutions. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S668","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771691,"bill_number":"S1519","title":"Relative to historic homes","description":"For legislation to impose a penalty for the damaging of historic homes. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1519","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
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{"bill_id":771694,"bill_number":"S731","title":"Protecting the rights of probationers in drug courts","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of probationers in drug courts. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2278","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S731","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771695,"bill_number":"S343","title":"Relative to the modernization of boat registration and marine vessels","description":"For legislation relative to the modernization of boat registration and marine vessels. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2150","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S343","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771696,"bill_number":"S1407","title":"Relative to health insurance for surviving spouses","description":"For legislation relative to health care insurance for surviving spouses. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2382","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1407","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771697,"bill_number":"S1230","title":"Resolve establishing an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1230","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771698,"bill_number":"S920","title":"Relative to criminal sentencing","description":"For legislation relative to criminal sentencing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S920","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771699,"bill_number":"S686","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2214","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S686","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771700,"bill_number":"S1442","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2046","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1442","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771701,"bill_number":"S799","title":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards of the Massachusetts Trial Court","description":"Relative to the advisory committee on personnel standards of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S799","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771702,"bill_number":"S330","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S330","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771703,"bill_number":"S1348","title":"Relative to Medicare Part B refunds","description":"For legislation relative to Medicare Part B refunds. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1348","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771704,"bill_number":"S92","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S92/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S92","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771705,"bill_number":"S485","title":"Relative to cognitive rehabilitation","description":"For legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2448","last_action_date":"2016-07-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S485","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771706,"bill_number":"S1292","title":"Relative to fire safety","description":"By Mr. Petruccelli, a petition of Anthony W. Petruccelli that employees performing inspections of fire sprinkler systems be licensed to perform such inspections. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1292","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":771707,"bill_number":"S1621","title":"Modernizing procedures for boards and commissions","description":"For legislation to modernize procedures for boards and commissions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1621","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771708,"bill_number":"S1177","title":"To reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education","description":"For legislation to reduce healthcare costs by promoting non-biased prescriber education. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S1188","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1177","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771709,"bill_number":"S1731","title":"Relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency","description":"For legislation relative to zero-based budgeting and budget transparency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1731","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771710,"bill_number":"S1708","title":"To increase the transparency of the Massachusetts Historical Commission","description":"For legislation to increase the transparency of the Massachusetts Historical Commission. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1708","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771711,"bill_number":"S495","title":"To promote personal savings","description":"For legislation to promote personal savings. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2374","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S495","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771712,"bill_number":"S111","title":"Relative to creating low profit limited liability companies","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of low profit limited liability company small businesses. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2145","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S111","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771714,"bill_number":"S99","title":"Relative to prevention of EBT fraud","description":"For legislation relative to prevention of EBT fraud. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S99/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S99","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771715,"bill_number":"S270","title":"Relative to school transportation","description":"For legislation relative to school transportation. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2341","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S270","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771716,"bill_number":"S1147","title":"Establishing a commission on malnutrition prevention","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on malnutrition prevention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2147","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1147","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771717,"bill_number":"S553","title":"Relative to disability insurance benefits","description":"For legislation relative to disability insurance benefits. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S553","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771718,"bill_number":"S519","title":"Relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies","description":"For legislation relative to ensuring transparency of health plan formularies. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S519","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771719,"bill_number":"S428","title":"Relative to firearms and recreational vehicles","description":"For legislation relative to firearms and recreational vehicles. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S428","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771720,"bill_number":"S284","title":"Relative to preventing adolescent substance abuse by expanding SBIRT","description":"For legislation relative to preventing adolescent substance abuse by expanding SBIRT. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S284","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771721,"bill_number":"S727","title":"Further regulating the penalties for tagging","description":"For legislation relative to tagging. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S727","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771722,"bill_number":"S807","title":"Preventing unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes","description":"For legislation to prevent unnecessary vacancies in foreclosed homes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S807","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771723,"bill_number":"S850","title":"Allowing for increased efficiencies in judicial administration","description":"For legislation to allow for increased efficiencies in judicial administration. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S850","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771724,"bill_number":"S341","title":"To promote alternative dispute resolution for students","description":"For legislation to promote alternative dispute resolution for students. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2338","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S341","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771725,"bill_number":"S298","title":"Protecting student privacy","description":"For legislation to protect student privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2344","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S298","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771726,"bill_number":"S1305","title":"To include federal law enforcement officers as police officers","description":"For legislation to include federal law enforcement officers as police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1305","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771727,"bill_number":"S1226","title":"Relative to tobacco cessation","description":"For legislation relative to tobacco cessation. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1226","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771728,"bill_number":"S782","title":"Relative to small claims","description":"For legislation relative to small claims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S782","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771729,"bill_number":"S1599","title":"An act creating an incentive for job creation","description":"For legislation to create an incentive for job creation. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1599","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771730,"bill_number":"S171","title":"Relative to second hand dealers","description":"For legislation relative to second hand dealers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S171","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771731,"bill_number":"S409","title":"To protect children and adults from wildlife","description":"For legislation to protect children and adults from wildlife. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S409","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771732,"bill_number":"S145","title":"To protect the interests of shareholders","description":"For legislation to protect the interests of shareholders. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S145","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771733,"bill_number":"S766","title":"Relative to counsel at parole hearings for juvenile life sentences","description":"For legislation relative to counsel at parole hearings for juvenile life sentences. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S766","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771734,"bill_number":"S1661","title":"To require periodic regulatory review at the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to require periodic regulatory review at the Department of Revenue. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1661","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771735,"bill_number":"S106","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S106","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771736,"bill_number":"S266","title":"To improve educational outcomes for children in the Commonwealth from birth through school age","description":"For legislation to improve educational outcomes for children in the Commonwealth from birth through school age. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S266","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771737,"bill_number":"S1901","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1901","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771738,"bill_number":"S1379","title":"To authorize creditable service for certain public higher education faculty and professional employees","description":"For legislation to authorize creditable service for certain public higher education faculty and professional employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1379","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771739,"bill_number":"S1738","title":"To promote contract efficiency","description":"For legislation to promote contract efficiency. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1738","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771740,"bill_number":"S741","title":"Relating to parental choice of terminology in certain domestic relations matters","description":"For legislation relative to parental choice of terminology in certain domestic relations matters. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S741","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
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{"bill_id":771742,"bill_number":"S1684","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a parcel of land in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a parcel of land in the city of New Bedford. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1684","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771743,"bill_number":"S275","title":"Relative to high school financial literacy education","description":"For legislation relative to high school financial literacy education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2254","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S275","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771744,"bill_number":"S776","title":"Regarding the definition of a default warrant","description":"For legislation to define a default warrant. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S776","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771745,"bill_number":"S1368","title":"Relative to the survivor benefits of Michael J. Simeone","description":"For legislation relative to the survivor benefits of Michael J. Simeone. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1368","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771746,"bill_number":"S1578","title":"Relative to vehicle registration and sales tax","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle registration and sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1578","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771747,"bill_number":"S779","title":"To authorize transfer of supplementary proceedings when the judgment debtor moves to another district","description":"For legislation to authorize transfer of supplementary proceedings when the judgment debtor moves to another district. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S779","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771748,"bill_number":"S321","title":"Relative to local approval for charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to local approval for charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S321","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771749,"bill_number":"S1624","title":"Relative to Public Safety Memorials","description":"For legislation relative to Public Safety Memorials. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1624","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771750,"bill_number":"S1450","title":"Relative to the calculation of income for the senior citizen circuit breaker tax credit","description":"For legislation to calculate income for the senior citizen circuit breaker tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1450","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":771751,"bill_number":"S1261","title":"Relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2362","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1261","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":771752,"bill_number":"S440","title":"Relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2241","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S440","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771753,"bill_number":"S564","title":"Establishing a commission relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers","description":"For legislation to establish a commission relative to group purchasing of health insurance for private sector human service workers. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S564","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":771754,"bill_number":"S1378","title":"Relative to the retirement options of certain educational personnel","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement options of certain educational personnel. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1378","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771755,"bill_number":"S941","title":"To assist the investigation of serious crimes","description":"For legislation to assist the investigation of serious crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S941","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771756,"bill_number":"S1349","title":"Relative to municipal police officer examinations","description":"For legislation to further regulate the appointment of police officers. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1349","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771757,"bill_number":"S1544","title":"Providing interest rate parity","description":"For legislation to provide interest rate parity. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4234","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1544","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771758,"bill_number":"S1120","title":"Requiring the licensure of persons engaged in the removal of body art","description":"For legislation relative to requiring the licensure of persons engaged in the removal of body art. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2212","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1120","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771759,"bill_number":"S427","title":"Relative to the use of crossbows in hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of crossbows in hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied S414","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S427","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771760,"bill_number":"S1526","title":"Relative to equalizing the Department of Revenue interest rates","description":"For legislation to equalize the Department of Revenue interest rates. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4234","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1526","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771761,"bill_number":"S1241","title":"Improving juvenile justice data collection","description":"For legislation to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1241","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771763,"bill_number":"S576","title":"Relative to hospitals serving aging populations","description":"For legislation relative to hospitals serving aging populations. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S576","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771764,"bill_number":"S87","title":"To provide equal access to evaluations for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to evaluations for children with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H129","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S87/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S87","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771765,"bill_number":"S555","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S555","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771766,"bill_number":"S599","title":"Relative to personal responsibility in funding long term care","description":"For legislation relative to personal responsibility in funding long term care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S599","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":771767,"bill_number":"S558","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S558","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771768,"bill_number":"S357","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4155","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S357","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771769,"bill_number":"S432","title":"Relative to the use of shotguns for hunting","description":"For legislation relative to the use of shotguns for hunting. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H728","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S432","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":771770,"bill_number":"S1534","title":"Relative to veterans property tax abatement","description":"For legislation relative to veterans property tax abatement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1534","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":771771,"bill_number":"S104","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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2257","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S104","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771772,"bill_number":"S521","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S521","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771773,"bill_number":"S983","title":"To establish pay equity","description":"For legislation to establish pay equity. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2107","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S983","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":771774,"bill_number":"S370","title":"To strengthen the Massachusetts home care program","description":"For legislation to strengthen the Massachusetts home care program. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4620","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S370","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":771775,"bill_number":"S535","title":"Alleviating health care burdens for Massachusetts employers","description":"For legislation to alleviate health care burdens for Massachusetts employers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S535","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771776,"bill_number":"S1858","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2032","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1858","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771777,"bill_number":"S1112","title":"Relative to the appointment of town managers","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of town managers. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1112","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771778,"bill_number":"S1818","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation relative to bicycle visibility on the road. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1818","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771779,"bill_number":"S1182","title":"Relative to placing hooks in public bathrooms","description":"For legislation to place hooks in public bathrooms. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1182","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":771780,"bill_number":"S910","title":"Enhancing the punishment for child endangerment","description":"For legislation to enhance the punishment for child endangerment. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S910","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771781,"bill_number":"S1252","title":"Relative to dangerous weapons","description":"For legislation relative to dangerous weapons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1252","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771782,"bill_number":"S948","title":"Relative to violent crime","description":"For legislation relative to violent crime. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S948","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":771783,"bill_number":"S1750","title":"Relative to injury caused by poles, wires, and apparatus","description":"For legislation relative to injury caused by poles, wires, cables and apparatus. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1750","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771784,"bill_number":"S1359","title":"To study the modernization of retirement systems for future state employees","description":"By Mr. Fattman, a petition of Ryan C. Fattman, Leonard Mirra and Kevin J. Kuros for an investigation by a special commission of the feasibility of replacing the defined benefit pension plan for public employees with a defined contribution plan for future employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1359","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771785,"bill_number":"S1072","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"For legislation to protect abandoned animals in vacant properties. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2174","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1072","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":771786,"bill_number":"S1703","title":"To debar employers who violate federal immigration laws from contracting with the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to debar employers who violate federal immigration laws from contracting with the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1703","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771788,"bill_number":"S1691","title":"To further expand Bristol Community College in downtown New Bedford","description":"For legislation to further expand Bristol Community College in downtown New Bedford. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1691","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771789,"bill_number":"S986","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S986","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771790,"bill_number":"S67","title":"Relating to special education evaluation and referral","description":"For legislation relative to special education evaluation and referral. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S67/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S67","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":771791,"bill_number":"S1752","title":"To increase container recycling in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to increase container recycling in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1752","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771792,"bill_number":"S1724","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and surplus personal property","description":"For legislation relative to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and surplus personal property. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2386","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1724","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771793,"bill_number":"S1511","title":"For a literacy tax credit","description":"For legislation for a literacy tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1511","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771794,"bill_number":"S745","title":"To provide landowners title protection","description":"For legislation to provide landowners title protection. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S745","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771795,"bill_number":"S1910","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4083","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1910","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771796,"bill_number":"S1400","title":"Further regulating group insurance benefits for state employees and retired state employees","description":"For legislation to further regulate group insurance benefits for state employees and retired state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1400","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771797,"bill_number":"S249","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislation to involve youth in civic engagement. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2253","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S249","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771798,"bill_number":"S217","title":"To enhance education and combat addiction at slot parlors and casinos","description":"For legislation to enhance education and combat addiction at slot parlors and casinos. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2215","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S217","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771799,"bill_number":"S891","title":"Relative to the unsealing of records","description":"For legislation relative to the unsealing of records. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S891","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":771800,"bill_number":"S304","title":"An act to strengthen the evaluation process for proposed new charter schools","description":"For legislation relative to strengthening the evaluation process for proposed new charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2315","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S304","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771801,"bill_number":"S1794","title":"Relative to the green communities act","description":"For legislation relative to the green communities act. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1794","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771802,"bill_number":"S608","title":"To eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied H2048","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S608","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771803,"bill_number":"S1615","title":"Regarding sales tax in cultural districts","description":"For legislation relative to sales tax in cultural districts. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1615","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":771804,"bill_number":"S1873","title":"Relative to the collection of mobility study data conducted in connection with construction projects funded by MassDOT","description":"For legislation relative to the collection of mobility study data conducted in connection with construction projects funded by MassDOT. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1873","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771805,"bill_number":"S1001","title":"Relative to the pooling of tips","description":"For legislation relative to the pooling of tips. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1001","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771806,"bill_number":"S1135","title":"Resolve establishing a medical dosimetrist commission","description":"For legislation to establish a medical dosimetrist commission. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2199","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1135","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771807,"bill_number":"S588","title":"Relative to behavioral health services","description":"For legislation relative to behavioral health services. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S588","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771808,"bill_number":"S736","title":"Relative to traffic and pedestrian stop data","description":"For legislation relative to traffic and pedestrian stop data. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S736","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":771809,"bill_number":"S254","title":"Authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"For legislation to authorize a study of school day starting times and schedules. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2221","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S254","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":771810,"bill_number":"S624","title":"Relative to transparency in hospital margins","description":"For legislation relative to transparency in hospital margins. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S624","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771811,"bill_number":"S286","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"For legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2256","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S286","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
{"bill_id":771813,"bill_number":"S1043","title":"Relative to eligibility for disability services","description":"For legislation relative to eligibility for disability services. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1043","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771814,"bill_number":"S1789","title":"To preserve energy reliability in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to preserve energy reliability in the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2366","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1789","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771815,"bill_number":"S1772","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1772","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771816,"bill_number":"S97","title":"Relative to mandated reporters","description":"For legislation relative to mandated reporters. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S97/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S97","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":771817,"bill_number":"S1563","title":"Enhancing Department of Revenue reporting","description":"For legislation to enhance Department of Revenue reporting. Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1563","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771818,"bill_number":"S136","title":"Establishing a student tuition recovery fund","description":"For legislation to establish a student tuition recovery fund. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S136","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":771819,"bill_number":"S1710","title":"To eliminate contingency fee auditors","description":"For legislation to eliminate contingency fee auditors. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1710","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771820,"bill_number":"S1842","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1842","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771821,"bill_number":"S1155","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate central service technicians. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2070","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1155","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":771822,"bill_number":"S438","title":"To reduce solid waste, increase recycling and generate municipal cost savings","description":"For legislation to reduce solid waste, increase recycling and generate municipal cost savings. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2380","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S438","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":771823,"bill_number":"S1071","title":"Promoting cost savings and transparency in local government","description":"For legislation to promote transparency in local government. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1071","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":771824,"bill_number":"S1775","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2388","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1775","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":771825,"bill_number":"S161","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2357","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S161","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":771826,"bill_number":"S552","title":"Modernizing the credit union laws","description":"For legislation to modernize the credit union laws. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2318","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S552","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":771827,"bill_number":"S1712","title":"Designating the first Wednesday in May as State Parks Day","description":"For legislation to authorize the Governor to issue a proclamation setting apart the first Wednesday in May as state parks day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Read second, amended and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1712","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771828,"bill_number":"S566","title":"Relative to dental benefit plan transparency and patients' Bill of Rights","description":"For legislation relative to dental benefit plan transparency and patients' Bill of Rights. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S566","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":771829,"bill_number":"S1855","title":"Establishing a motorcycle safety fund","description":"For legislation to establish a motorcycle safety fund. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1855","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":771830,"bill_number":"S311","title":"Relative to Massachusetts high school diplomas","description":"For legislation relative to Massachusetts high school diplomas. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2344","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S311","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771831,"bill_number":"S335","title":"Relative to special education reimbursements","description":"For legislation relative to special education reimbursements. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4141","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S335","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":771832,"bill_number":"S583","title":"Relative to fiduciary responsibility","description":"For legislation relative to fiduciary responsibility. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S583","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":771833,"bill_number":"S1837","title":"Relative to personal rapid transit systems","description":"For legislation relative to personal rapid transit systems. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1837","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":771834,"bill_number":"S1517","title":"To promote housing creation for persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation to promote housing creation for persons with disabilities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1517","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":771835,"bill_number":"S536","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2232","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S536","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":771859,"bill_number":"S93","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S93/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S93","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":771878,"bill_number":"S1005","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1005","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771898,"bill_number":"S68","title":"To eliminate photo identification on electronic benefit cards","description":"For legislation to eliminate photo identification on electronic benefit cards. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S68/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S68","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":771916,"bill_number":"S1425","title":"To resolve collective bargaining disputes","description":"For legislation to resolve collective bargaining disputes. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2314","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1425","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":771932,"bill_number":"S1053","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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1053","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":771946,"bill_number":"S58","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution 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":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Ought NOT to pass (under Joint Rule 23) and placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S58/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S58","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":772408,"bill_number":"H3343","title":"Further regulating the authority of the town manager in the town of Duxbury to negotiate and execute certain contracts","description":"That the town of Duxbury be authorized to establish the position of town manager in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 4 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3343","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":772427,"bill_number":"H3344","title":"Relative to the composition of the Salem Board of Health","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to reduce the number of members on the board of health, in said city, from seven to five. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 196 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3344","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":772445,"bill_number":"S50","title":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","description":"Providing for an employee retirement incentive program","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S50/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S50","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":772463,"bill_number":"S48","title":"Cost benefit analysis","description":"Relative to Cost benefit analysis offered by Mr. Donnelly to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 44)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"See S44","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S48/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S48","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":772484,"bill_number":"S49","title":"Comprehensive Early Retirement Incentive Program","description":"Relative to Comprehensive Early Retirement Incentive Program offered by Mr. Rush to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 44)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-15","last_action":"See S44","last_action_date":"2015-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S49/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S49","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":772504,"bill_number":"S1917","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christine Chrzanowski, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christine Chrzanowski, an employee of the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital,- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Christine Chrzanowski, an employee of the Department of Mental Health” (Senate, No. 1917).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1917","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":773719,"bill_number":"S1918","title":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wenham to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1918","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":774093,"bill_number":"H3345","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill exempting the police department of the town of Westwood from the civil service law (see House, No. 2370, amended).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill exempting the police department of the town of Westwood from the civil service law (see House, No. 2370, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-23","last_action":"See H2370","last_action_date":"2015-04-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3345","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":774111,"bill_number":"H3347","title":"For a reliable, sustainable Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"Relative to for a reliable, sustainable Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3613","last_action_date":"2015-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3347","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":774128,"bill_number":"H3346","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan Comeau an employee of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Comeau, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-05-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-05-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3346","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":774147,"bill_number":"S23","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Randolph to designate a check-off on its tax bills","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Randolph to designate a check-off on its tax bills. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 68 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S23/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S23","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":774164,"bill_number":"H3348","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kim Quitadamo, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, for a Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Kim Quitadamo, an employee of the Worcester County Superior Court (House, No. 3339). April 23, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3348","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":774181,"bill_number":"S1919","title":"Relative to the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District","description":"For legislation relative to the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school district. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1919","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":774658,"bill_number":"H3349","title":"Relative to supplemental dependent allowance","description":"Relative to supplemental dependent allowance. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-04-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3349","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":775499,"bill_number":"H3350","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to qualifications of voters","description":"Relative to the right to vote for certain incarcerated felons. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"No further action","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3350","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":775891,"bill_number":"S1920","title":"Relative to the authorization of the retirement board of the city of Westfield to grant a superannuation retirement benefit to Lynda Cavanaugh","description":"For legislation relative to the authorization of the city of Westfield Retirement Board to grant a superannuation retirement benefit. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1920","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":775923,"bill_number":"H3351","title":"Establishing Department of Public Utilities Oversight of Transportation Network Companies","description":"Relative to Establishing Department of Public Utilities Oversight of Transportation Network Companies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4049","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3351","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":776167,"bill_number":"H3352","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendments the engrossed Bill relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Cardillo, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance(see House, No. 3183).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendments the engrossed Bill relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Daniel Cardillo, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance(see House, No. 3183).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-04","last_action":"See H3183","last_action_date":"2015-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3352","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":776195,"bill_number":"H3353","title":"Relative to state personnel","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches, with reference to the Senate amendments of the House Bill providing for an employee retirement incentive program (House, No. 3189, amended), reports recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3353). May 1, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3353","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":776436,"bill_number":"H3354","title":"Exempting the position of auditor in the city of Woburn from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the position of auditor in the city of Woburn from civil services laws. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3354","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":776832,"bill_number":"S1921","title":"Regarding group health insurance for eligible employees and retirees in the town of Carver","description":"For legislation relative to group health insurance for eligible retirees in the town of Carver. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 178 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1921","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":777182,"bill_number":"H3357","title":"Authorizing the town of Dennis to impose a local sales tax on certain sales of medical marijuana","description":"That the town of Dennis be authorized to impose a local sales tax on the sale of medical marijuana. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3357","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":777197,"bill_number":"H3355","title":"Authorizing the town of Lincoln to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Lincoln be authorized to grant a 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":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3711","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3355","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":777212,"bill_number":"H3356","title":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"That the town of Wenham be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied S1918","last_action_date":"2015-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3356","sponsor":"Bradford Hill"},
{"bill_id":777582,"bill_number":"H3358","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Thomas J. Doucette, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Thomas J. Doucette, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3358","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":777604,"bill_number":"S1923","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise Dellagrotte, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Denise Dellagrotte, an employee of the trial court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1933","last_action_date":"2015-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1923","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":777873,"bill_number":"S1924","title":"Authorizing the town of Chelmsford to hold licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Chelmsford to hold licenses 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":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1924","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":777877,"bill_number":"H3401","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"House bill No. 3400, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-05-22","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3651","last_action_date":"2015-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3401","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":778080,"bill_number":"H3361","title":"Relative to the taking of property by eminent domain by the Medway Redevelopment Authority","description":"Relative to the taking of property by eminent domain by the Medway Redevelopment Authority. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3361","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":778093,"bill_number":"H3360","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Bridgewater to lease certain property to the Bridgewater Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2125, Inc.","description":"That the town of Bridgewater be authorized to lease certain property to the Bridgewater Veterans of Foreign Wars. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3360","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":778106,"bill_number":"H3359","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution regarding the term length of Representatives and Senators","description":"Relative to increasing the terms of office for Senators and Representatives in the General Court from two years to four years. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-11","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3359","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":778599,"bill_number":"H3362","title":"Honoring as veterans certain persons who served in the National Guard and Reserves","description":"For legislation to recognize reserve veterans as veterans in the commonwealth. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3362","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":779690,"bill_number":"H3374","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Montague 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":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3374","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779697,"bill_number":"H3370","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3370","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779705,"bill_number":"H3369","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3369","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779712,"bill_number":"H3364","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Janet Maslowski, an employee of the Franklin/Hampshire Juvenile Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Janet Maslowski, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3364","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":779720,"bill_number":"H3375","title":"Relative to the sale of all alcoholic beverages in certain establishments in the town of Stoneham","description":"Relative to the sale of all alcoholic beverages in certain establishments in the town of Stoneham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3375","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779724,"bill_number":"H3372","title":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Dedham to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 33 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3372","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779731,"bill_number":"H3368","title":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-18","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3691","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3368","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779739,"bill_number":"H3365","title":"Further regulating the regional public safety communications and dispatch center for the city of Revere and the town of Winthrop","description":"Relative to the regional public safety communications and dispatch center for the city of Revere and the town of Winthrop. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 43 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3365","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":779746,"bill_number":"H3367","title":"Authorizing the town of Bedford to grant additional alcoholic beverages licenses","description":"That the town of Bedford be authorized to issue eight 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":"2015-05-14","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3712","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3367","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":779753,"bill_number":"H3371","title":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant 6 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Maynard to grant 6 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 67 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3371","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779769,"bill_number":"S1925","title":"Sick leave bank for Vickie Myers, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Vickie Myers, an employee of the Department of Correction (House, No. 51); reports, recommending that the same with amendments striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 1925; by inserting before the enacting clause the following emergency preamble: “Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to establish forthwith a sick leave bank for a certain employee of the trial court, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.”; and by striking out the title and inserting in place thereof the following title: “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Vickie Myers, an employee of the Trial Court.”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-14","last_action":"See H51","last_action_date":"2015-05-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1925","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":779796,"bill_number":"H3363","title":"Relative to changing the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston Retirement System","description":"Relative to changing the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston Retirement System","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3612","last_action_date":"2015-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3363","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":779844,"bill_number":"H3373","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoughton to grant 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Stoughton to grant 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-07-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3695","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3373","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":779962,"bill_number":"H3366","title":"Designating the Boston Cream Pie Cupcake as the official cupcake of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Boston Cream Pie Cupcake as the official cupcake of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-05-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3366","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":788921,"bill_number":"H3342","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendments the engrossed Bill relative to the town of Reading home rule charter (see House, No. 63).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendments the engrossed Bill relative to the town of Reading home rule charter (see House, No. 63).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-16","last_action":"See H63","last_action_date":"2015-04-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3342","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":788922,"bill_number":"H3376","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of Francis X. Noe","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of Francis X. Noe. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-13","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3777","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3376","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":788923,"bill_number":"H3377","title":"Exempting certain positions in the Marlborough School Department from the Civil Service Law","description":"That the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt certain school department positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3377","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":788924,"bill_number":"H3378","title":"Relative to family day care disclosures","description":"For legislation to require family child care licensees to disclose when such licensees are not covered by liability insurance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3378","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":788925,"bill_number":"H3379","title":"Relative to programs to promote self-sufficiency and decrease dependence on government provided assistance","description":"For legislation to create a self-employment assistance allowance to promote independence for needy families receiving transitional assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3379","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":788926,"bill_number":"H3380","title":"Relative to the use of cash benefit assistance","description":"Relative to the use of cash benefit assistance. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3380","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":788927,"bill_number":"H3381","title":"Relative to the development of a strategy supporting micro businesses in inner city communities","description":"For legislation to establish the micro and minority business strategy committee to develop strategies for supporting micro businesses in inner city communities. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4629","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3381","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":788928,"bill_number":"H3382","title":"Creating a state appeal board for the purposes of serving those small business owners who feel the Board of Health or Building Department have treated them unfairly on a local level","description":"For legislation to authorize a board of appeal for small business owners on denial of local permits. Community Development and Small Businesses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4120","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3382","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788929,"bill_number":"H3383","title":"Relative to the digital right to repair","description":"For legislation to establish fair and reasonable terms for providing diagnostic, service or repair information to independent vehicle repair providers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3383","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":788930,"bill_number":"H3384","title":"Requiring physician training on Alzheimer's and dementia","description":"For legislation to require training on the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with cognitive impairments for the renewal of a physician’s certificate. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1196","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3384","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788931,"bill_number":"H3385","title":"Providing for an out of state license to be valid proof of age","description":"For legislation to authorize the use of out-of-state licenses as proof of age in purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4135","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3385","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788932,"bill_number":"H3386","title":"Creating construction relevance in the Economic Development Incentive Program","description":"For legislation to promote the hiring of residents for permanent and construction jobs created by the Economic Development Incentive Program. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4305","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3386","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":788933,"bill_number":"H3387","title":"Requiring a \"Proudly Made in Massachusetts\" logo to be included in on screen credits for movies filmed in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to require that a “Proudly Made in Massachusetts” logo be included in screen credits for movies filmed in the Commonwealth. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4179","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3387","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788934,"bill_number":"H3388","title":"Relative to civics education","description":"Relative to civics education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3388","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":788935,"bill_number":"H3389","title":"To promote education opportunity for English language learners and students with special needs","description":"Relative to hosting in-district English language learner programs or in-district special education programs. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3389","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":788936,"bill_number":"H3390","title":"To improve adult basic education access and quality","description":"For legislation to improve adult basic education access and quality. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3390","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":788937,"bill_number":"H3391","title":"Related to unfunded mandates on public schools","description":"Relative to unfunded mandates on public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3391","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":788938,"bill_number":"H3392","title":"Establishing a foundation budget reserve account","description":"For legislation to establish an unfunded student reserve fund to be expended, without further appropriation, by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4600","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3392","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":788939,"bill_number":"H3393","title":"Providing for mandatory recess time in elementary schools","description":"Relative to mandatory recess time in elementary schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4299","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3393","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":788940,"bill_number":"H3394","title":"Relative to the safety of school children","description":"For legislation to establish regional school safety councils. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3394","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":788941,"bill_number":"H3395","title":"Clarifying parental rights in the administration of standardized tests","description":"For legislation to exempt elementary and secondary school students from standardized testing upon written request of a parent or guardian. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4582","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3395","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":788942,"bill_number":"H3396","title":"To examine the effectiveness of Common Core Standards in public schools","description":"Relative to the effectiveness of common core standards in public schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4591","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3396","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":788943,"bill_number":"H3397","title":"Relative to the restraint of children in schools","description":"Relative to the use of physical restraint for students in schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3397","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":788944,"bill_number":"H3398","title":"Relative to elementary school achievement","description":"Relative to displaying a student’s work on the walls of a classroom. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4601","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3398","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788945,"bill_number":"H3662","title":"Relative to abating a public nuisance on Cedar Pond in the town of Orleans","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to abate public nuisances at Cedar Pond in said town caused by cormorants perching on the transmission lines. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3662/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3662","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":788946,"bill_number":"H3571","title":"Authorizing the town of Marion to grant an easement on Bird Island to the Department of Fish and Game for natural resource purposes","description":"That the town of Marion be authorized to grant certain easements for natural resources management and protection purposes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3571","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":788947,"bill_number":"H3603","title":"Relative to publication and public hearing requirements for proposed ordinances in the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to publication and public hearing notice requirements for proposed ordinances in the city of Lawrence. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 25 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3603/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3603","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":788948,"bill_number":"H3668","title":"Relative to fingerprint-based criminal record checks for adoptive and foster parents","description":"Section 39 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 63 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3668","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":788949,"bill_number":"S1974","title":"Providing for sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers through minimum simplification (Senate, No. 1541),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1974) (Senator Richard J. Ross dissenting).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-08-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1974","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":788950,"bill_number":"H3500","title":"Relative to blighted properties","description":"Relative to unpaid property taxes on property deemed unfit for human habitation by a local inspector. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3500","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":788951,"bill_number":"H3543","title":"Establishing a cultural highway","description":"For legislation to establish a portion of Route 62 in the towns of Hudson, Berlin, Clinton, Sterling and Princeton as a cultural highway. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4245","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3543","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":788952,"bill_number":"H3497","title":"Relative to the sales tax","description":"Relative to the sales tax on certain food products. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3497","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":788953,"bill_number":"H3423","title":"Relative to MassHealth benefits for single individuals","description":"Relative to MassHealth benefits for single individuals. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4711","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3423","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":788954,"bill_number":"H3602","title":"Relative to the standing committee on housing for the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to the standing committee on housing for the city of Lawrence. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 24 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3602/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3602","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":788955,"bill_number":"H3402","title":"To provide targeted pre-k education to all four year old children meeting specific requirements in all gateway cities (26)","description":"For legislation to provide pre-kindergarten education to four year old children meeting specific requirements in gateway municipalities. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4630","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3402","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":788956,"bill_number":"H3560","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Marlborough","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the city of Marlborough. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 214 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3560","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":788957,"bill_number":"H3544","title":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","description":"For legislation to require medical examinations for certain school bus drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3544","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":788958,"bill_number":"H3567","title":"Relative to the Saw Mill Brook in the counties of Suffolk, Norfolk and Middlesex","description":"Relative to the riverfront area of the Saw Mill Brook. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-06-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3567","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":788959,"bill_number":"S1939","title":"Authorizing the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to make permanent improvements to private ways and assess betterments . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1939","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":788960,"bill_number":"H3563","title":"Relative to the charter of the city of Newton","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to change the name of the legislative body from \"board of alderman\" to \"city council\". Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 87 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3563","sponsor":"Ruth Balser"},
{"bill_id":788961,"bill_number":"H3725","title":"Authorizing the town of Lee to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel","description":"That the town of Lee be authorized to establish a local excise on the sale of gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3725","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":788962,"bill_number":"H3461","title":"Relative to improving mental health care through innovation","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Mental Health to establish a program for research, technology transfer, design, development and commercialization of technologies for the treatment and support of people with mental illness and brain-based disorders. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3461","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788963,"bill_number":"H3486","title":"Providing for equitable armed forces paid leave benefits for public employees","description":"For legislation to increase paid leave benefits for public employees who are members of the armed forces. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3486","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":788964,"bill_number":"H3437","title":"Relative to notary publics","description":"Relative to the furnishing of legal advice or services for a fee by a notary public not in good standing. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3437","sponsor":"Marcos Devers"},
{"bill_id":788965,"bill_number":"H3632","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3717","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3632/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3632","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":788966,"bill_number":"H3545","title":"Relative to the MassPort Citizen Advisory Group","description":"For legislation to establish the MassPort citizen advisory group. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3545","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":788967,"bill_number":"H3649","title":"Relative to the health insurance of certain elected individuals in the town of Tyringham","description":"Relative to the health insurance of certain elected officials in the town of Tyringham. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 170 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3649/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3649","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":788968,"bill_number":"H3405","title":"Relative to the construction and rehabilitation of senior centers","description":"For legislation to establish a senior center assistance board to assist in the construction or rehabilitation of facilities housing senior centers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3405","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":788969,"bill_number":"H3642","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Craig Lindberg, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Craig Lindberg, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3642/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3642","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":788970,"bill_number":"H3446","title":"To criminalize animal abuse in the presence of children","description":"Relative to the crime of animal abuse in the presence of a child. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3446","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":788971,"bill_number":"H3496","title":"Relative to the repeal of the sales tax exemption for aircraft","description":"For legislation to repeal certain tax exemptions for aircraft. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3496","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":788972,"bill_number":"H3529","title":"Relative to aggregated gas power","description":"Relative to aggregated gas power. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","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":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3529","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":788973,"bill_number":"H3676","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-20","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3829","last_action_date":"2015-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3676","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":788974,"bill_number":"H3546","title":"Relative to civil fine enforcement","description":"Relative to the suspension or revocation of a license or registration. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3546","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":788975,"bill_number":"H3449","title":"Requiring audiovisual recordings of certain police interrogations","description":"For legislation to require that certain interrogations be electronically recorded to be admissible in court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3449","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":788976,"bill_number":"H3707","title":"Relative to regional school district instructors service as an elected official in the city of New Bedford","description":"That the city of New Bedford be authorized to compensate instructors at a regional school district for their services as elected municipal officials in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4045","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3707","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":788977,"bill_number":"S1967","title":"Relative to the provision of group health insurance benefits in the town of Athol","description":"For legislation relative to the provision of group health insurance benefits in the town of Athol. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1967","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":788978,"bill_number":"H3455","title":"Relative to assault and battery on the elderly with a deadly weapon","description":"Relative to assault and battery on the elderly with a deadly weapon. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3455","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":788979,"bill_number":"H3506","title":"Expanding the residential renewable energy tax credit to second homes","description":"For legislation to expand the residential renewable energy tax credit to second homes. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3506","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":788980,"bill_number":"H3638","title":"Authorizing the town of Marshfield to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District","description":"That the town of Marshfield be authorized to withdraw from the Metropolitan Area Planning District. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3638/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3638","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":788981,"bill_number":"S1926","title":"Relative to the position of constable in the town of Carver","description":"For legislation relative to the position of constable in the town of Carver. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 12 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1926","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":788982,"bill_number":"S1960","title":"Establishing a department of public works in the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation to establish a department of public works in the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2037","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1960","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":788983,"bill_number":"H3626","title":"Declaring the first Monday of the month of May as school crossing guard day","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Alice Hanlon Peisch that the first Monday of May be known as school crossing guard day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3626/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3626","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":788984,"bill_number":"H3587","title":"Increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to increase exemptions for residential properties in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4216","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3587","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":788985,"bill_number":"H3554","title":"To amend 310 CMR 10.05 (3) (a) (2)","description":"For legislation to prohibit the application of herbicides within five hundred feet of a residence, school or playground. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4651","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3554","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":788986,"bill_number":"H3524","title":"Designating March as Fibromuscular Dysplasia Awareness Month","description":"By Mr. Timilty of Milton, a petition of Walter F. Timilty and Sean Garballey for the issuance of an annual proclamation by the Governor designating the month or March as Fibromuscular Dysplasia awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3524","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":788987,"bill_number":"H3581","title":"Relative to the prevailing wage in the town of Chatham","description":"That the town of Chatham be exempt from complying with certain labor law requirements. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3581/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3581","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":788988,"bill_number":"H3721","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Philippe Fauche, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Philippe Fauche, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-12-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3721","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":788989,"bill_number":"H3623","title":"Authorizing permitting by the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game","description":"Relative to capturing and trapping furbearing mammals. House Rules.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4165","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3623/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3623","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":788990,"bill_number":"H3413","title":"To establish a commercial fishing permit bank in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to direct the Department of Agriculture to establish a commercial fishing permit bank in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3413","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":788991,"bill_number":"H3502","title":"Relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater","description":"Relative to tax titles in the town of East Bridgewater. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3502","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":788992,"bill_number":"H3647","title":"Resolutions to encourage parents and caregivers of children to refrain from the use of corporal punishment","description":"By Ms. Malia of Boston (by request), a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ron Goldman to encourage parents and caregivers of children to refrain from the use of corporal punishment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4613","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3647/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3647","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":788993,"bill_number":"H3468","title":"Relative to preventing death by drug overdose","description":"For legislation to authorize emergency medical technicians to restrain patients who present immediate or serious threats of bodily harm to themselves or others. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3468","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":788994,"bill_number":"H3419","title":"Encouraging SNAP purchases at local community farmers markets","description":"For legislation to authorize a farmers market healthy alternative incentive program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4657","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3419","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":788995,"bill_number":"H3709","title":"Relative to the creation of a capital stabilization fund in the town of Winchendon","description":"That the town of Winchendon be authorized to establish a capital stabilization fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3709/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3709","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":788996,"bill_number":"S1945","title":"Outsourcing Facilities","description":"Text of amendment (937) (offered by Senator deMacedo) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2015-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1945","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":788997,"bill_number":"H3426","title":"To examine the advertising and lending practices of for-profit schools in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the advertising and lending practices of for-profit schools doing business in the Commonwealth. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3426","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":788998,"bill_number":"S1970","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish an innovative communities program within the Executive Office for Administration and Finance,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1970).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-07-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S1982","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1970","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":788999,"bill_number":"H3407","title":"To decrease waiting times at polling places","description":"For legislation to establish electronic scanning for voters to expedite the check-in and check-out procedures at polling places. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3407","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":789000,"bill_number":"H3556","title":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","description":"For legislation to authorize the board of governors of Quincy College to issue baccalaureate degrees. Higher Education. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4061","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3556","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":789001,"bill_number":"S1930","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 3401) (being the text of Senate, No. 3, printed as amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-21","last_action":"See H3401","last_action_date":"2015-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789002,"bill_number":"H3428","title":"To promote college success in the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish a college and career success program. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3428","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789003,"bill_number":"H3695","title":"Authorizing the town of Stoughton to grant 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3373). July 29, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3695","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789004,"bill_number":"H3653","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Catherine Kungu, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Catherine Kungu, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3653/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3653","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":789005,"bill_number":"H3431","title":"Relative to securing public housing","description":"Relative to the public housing application process. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3431","sponsor":"Shaunna O'Connell"},
{"bill_id":789006,"bill_number":"H3696","title":"To establish an apprenticeship program to ready vacant public housing apartments for occupancy","description":"To establish an apprenticeship program to ready vacant public housing apartments for occupancy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3696","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":789007,"bill_number":"S1993","title":"Relative to protecting against the transmission of pertussis","description":"For legislation for protection against the transmission of Pertussis,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1993).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2074","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1993","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":789008,"bill_number":"H3680","title":"Establishing a four-year term for the office of City Councilor of the city of Holyoke","description":"Establishing a four-year term for the office of City Councilor of the city of Holyoke","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3680","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789009,"bill_number":"S1949","title":"Authorizing the board of selectmen of the town of Topsfield to appoint the town clerk","description":"For legislation to authorize the board of selectmen of the town of Topsfield to appoint the town clerk. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1949","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":789010,"bill_number":"H3665","title":"To improve public records","description":"To improve public records","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3858","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3665","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":789011,"bill_number":"H3578","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Phanarath Siv, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Phanarath Siv, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3578","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":789012,"bill_number":"S1981","title":"Further regulating the clearing of title to certain foreclosed properties","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill clearing titles to foreclosed properties (Senate, No. 882),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1981).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #161 (31 Yeas - 7 Nays)","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1981","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":789013,"bill_number":"H3719","title":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Southborough to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3719","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789014,"bill_number":"H3590","title":"Relative to notifying automobile lien holders of certain towing and storage costs","description":"Relative to notifying automobile lien holders of certain towing and storage costs. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-05-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3590","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789015,"bill_number":"H3412","title":"Establishing an effluent water review committee","description":"Relative to the use and sale of effluent water in cooling towers in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3412","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":789016,"bill_number":"H3473","title":"Relative to obtaining the consent of next of kin for televised deaths","description":"For legislation to require the consent of the next of kin prior to the release of a videotape, audiotape or photograph of a person’s death to the public. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3473","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789017,"bill_number":"H3512","title":"Allowing for the partial payment of property taxes","description":"For legislation to authorize cities and towns to implement a system for the partial payment of property taxes and the charging of interest only on the unpaid balance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3512","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789018,"bill_number":"H3432","title":"Promoting affordable housing","description":"Relative to affordable housing. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4208","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3432","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789019,"bill_number":"S1953","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of East Bridgewater","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of East Bridgewater. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1953","sponsor":"Thomas Kennedy"},
{"bill_id":789020,"bill_number":"H3447","title":"Relative to legal assistance in divorce proceedings","description":"For legislation to authorize the Chief Justice of the Trial Court to provide informational notices to respondents in any divorce proceedings. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3447","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789021,"bill_number":"H3612","title":"Changing the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston Retirement System","description":"Changing the name of the State-Boston Retirement System to the Boston Retirement System","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3612/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3612","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789022,"bill_number":"H3475","title":"Relative to fire protection systems for buildings and structures","description":"Relative to fire protection systems for new buildings and structures. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3475","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789023,"bill_number":"S1985","title":"The Newton city charter","description":"Relative to the charter of the city of Newton (House, No. 3563).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1985","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":789024,"bill_number":"S1973","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change (Senate, No. 451),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1973).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #54 [YEAS 37 to NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1973","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":789025,"bill_number":"H3669","title":"Relative to expedited hearings regarding the final classification of sex offenders","description":"Section 51 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3669","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789026,"bill_number":"H3459","title":"Providing for efficient access to mental health services","description":"For legislation to increase access to treatment for behavioral health disorders. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3459","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":789027,"bill_number":"H3585","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Provincetown to change the residency requirement for certain officials","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to establish residency requirements for certain employees of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3585","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789028,"bill_number":"H3415","title":"Relative to increased access of small business to participation in energy savings services and programs","description":"For legislation to direct the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to formulate a plan to increase small business participation in energy savings services and programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3415","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":789029,"bill_number":"H3654","title":"Regulating sewer betterment assessments in the Commonwealth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2603). July 9, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3654/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3654","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789030,"bill_number":"S1964","title":"Denying paternity rights to perpetrators of rape","description":"For legislation to deny paternity rights to perpetrators of rape. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1964","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":789031,"bill_number":"H3464","title":"Enhancing the utilization of certain mitigation funds","description":"For legislation to expand the use of benefits granted with the issuance of special permits by a municipality to areas throughout said municipality. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3464","sponsor":"Thomas Stanley"},
{"bill_id":789032,"bill_number":"H3542","title":"Relative to junior operator's license","description":"Relative to the hours of operation of persons holding a junior operator’s license. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3542","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789033,"bill_number":"S1948","title":"Authorizing the town of Ipswich to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Ipswich to issue an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 83 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1948","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":789034,"bill_number":"S1947","title":"Authorizing the town of Topsfield to grant additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Topsfield to issue two additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1947","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":789035,"bill_number":"H3595","title":"Authorizing the town of Sharon to abate certain real property taxes","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to issue an abatement for a portion of real estate taxes assessed on a certain parcel of land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 108 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3595/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3595","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":789036,"bill_number":"H3671","title":"Relative to the earned income tax credit","description":"Section 67 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3671","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789037,"bill_number":"H3519","title":"Relative to privatization contracts","description":"Relative to the regulation of privatization contracts. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3519","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":789038,"bill_number":"H3525","title":"Relative to municipal electric supplier aggregation","description":"Relative to voluntary participation by retail electric customers in a municipal or group aggregation program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3525","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":789039,"bill_number":"H3630","title":"Amending the Charter of the Town of Needham, Part 3, Section 18, Moderator","description":"That the town of Needham be authorized to elect a town moderator for a term of three years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H3745","last_action_date":"2015-08-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3630/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3630","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":789040,"bill_number":"H3471","title":"Regulating the sale of dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale and display of dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3471","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":789041,"bill_number":"H3421","title":"Relative to community reinvestment goals for banks","description":"For legislation to require banks to include community reinvestment goals in annual reports to the Commissioner of the Division of Banks. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3421","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":789042,"bill_number":"H3558","title":"Establishing a 4-year term for the office of Mayor of the city of Holyoke","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to establish a four year term for the office of mayor of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3558","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":789043,"bill_number":"H3618","title":"Relative to the composition of the Nantucket Historic District Commission","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to change the terms of office for the members of the Nantucket Historic District Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3618/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3618","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":789044,"bill_number":"H3708","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Harwich","description":"For legislation to clarify the powers of the library board of the town of Harwich. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3708","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789045,"bill_number":"H3594","title":"Authorizing the town of Pembroke to use water supply and conservation land for public way purposes","description":"That the town of Pembroke be authorized to use certain water supply and conservation land for public way purposes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3594","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":789046,"bill_number":"H3701","title":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","description":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-08-03","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3701","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":789047,"bill_number":"H3572","title":"Relative to an affordable housing trust in the town of Duxbury","description":"Relative to an affordable housing trust in the town of Duxbury. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3572","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":789048,"bill_number":"H3417","title":"To establish a committee studying bee colony collapse","description":"Relative to solutions to prevent the collapsing of bee colonies. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4187","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3417","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789049,"bill_number":"S1988","title":"Relative to prejudgment interest","description":"For legislation relative to interest for pecuniary judgements. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1988","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":789050,"bill_number":"S1937","title":"Increasing the exemption for residential property to 30 percent in the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation to increase the exemption for residential property to 30 percent in the town of Nantucket. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-08","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1937","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":789051,"bill_number":"H3516","title":"Establishing a commission on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution","description":"Relative to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3516","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":789052,"bill_number":"H3636","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the West Roxbury section of the city of Boston as the Paul C. McLaughlin Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the Paul McLaughlin bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 76 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3636/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3636","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":789053,"bill_number":"H3655","title":"Relative to the Dam and Seawall Removal Fund","description":"Relative to the Dam and Seawall Removal Fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Read second, amendment adopted (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3655/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3655","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":789054,"bill_number":"H3715","title":"Further regulating certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Northborough","description":"Further regulating certain licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Northborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 307 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3715","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789055,"bill_number":"H3505","title":"Establishing a special commission to study the efficacy of funding the construction of public safety buildings through the sales tax","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to funding the construction of public safety buildings through the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3505","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":789056,"bill_number":"S1966","title":"Further regulating certain affordable housing in the East Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"For legislation relative to affordable housing in East Boston. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 54 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1966","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":789057,"bill_number":"H3482","title":"Relative to construction and rehabilitation of public safety facilities","description":"For legislation to establish a public safety assistance board to assist in the construction of police stations, fire stations and other public safety facilities. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3482","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":789058,"bill_number":"H3490","title":"Relative to correctional employees' retirement reinstatement","description":"Relative to correctional employees’ retirement reinstatement. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3490","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789059,"bill_number":"H3659","title":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2015","description":"Establishing a sales tax holiday in 2015","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3659","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":789060,"bill_number":"H3439","title":"Relative to the reconnection of families of incarcerated persons","description":"Relative to programs designed to unite and reconnect incarcerated persons with their families before and after their release from prison. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3439","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":789061,"bill_number":"H3570","title":"Establishing a State Workforce Development Board","description":"Relative to establishing a State Workforce Development Board.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-06-08","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3772","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789062,"bill_number":"S1984","title":"Resolve creating a commission to study ways to prevent bullying of tenants in public and subsidized multi-family housing","description":"For legislation to create a commission to study ways to prevent bullying of tenants in public and subsidized multi-family housing,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 1984).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 2 of the Resolves of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1984","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":789063,"bill_number":"H3493","title":"Relative to eligibility to become a firefighter or police officer","description":"For legislation to provide preferential eligibility for the appointment of public safety personnel who are children of public safety personnel who died in the line of duty. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3493","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789064,"bill_number":"H3443","title":"Relative to Privacy of Juvenile Records","description":"Relative to the sealing or expunging of records of youthful offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3443","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":789065,"bill_number":"H3513","title":"Temporarily exempting certain educational technology from the sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt certain educational technology from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3513","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789066,"bill_number":"H3522","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land located in the town of Tewksbury to said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1679","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3522","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":789067,"bill_number":"H3675","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain sections, and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (see House, No. 3650).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of certain sections, and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (see House, No. 3650).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-20","last_action":"See H3650","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3675","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789068,"bill_number":"S1989","title":"Relative to vehicle recalls","description":"For legislation relative to vehicle recalls. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1989","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":789069,"bill_number":"H3640","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Bolton","description":"That the town of Bolton be authorized to recall certain elected officials. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4602","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3640/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3640","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":789070,"bill_number":"H3477","title":"Relative to American Sign Language Training","description":"For legislation to provide sign language training for public safety personnel and emergency medical personnel. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3477","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":789071,"bill_number":"H3663","title":"Relative to the development of certain land in the town of Orleans","description":"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 restoration of the Old Firehouse in the town of Orleans be exempt from certain provisions of the prevailing wage laws. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3663/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3663","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789072,"bill_number":"H3433","title":"Relative to sex offender notification","description":"For legislation to require group homes to notify certain abutters upon the admission of level 2 or level 3 sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3433","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":789073,"bill_number":"H3463","title":"Establishing an Eastern Regional Commission on the status of Women and girls","description":"For legislation to establish an eastern regional commission on the status of women and girls. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4767","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3463","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":789074,"bill_number":"H3627","title":"Authorizing the city of Boston to acquire temporary easements over certain parcels of land in the town of Brookline","description":"Relative to the Commonwealth Avenue Improvement Project. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3627/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3627","sponsor":"Kevin Honan"},
{"bill_id":789075,"bill_number":"H3521","title":"To convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Chesterfield","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik that the Commissioner of the Department of Conservation and Recreation be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Chesterfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4469","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3521","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":789076,"bill_number":"S1982","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"Relative to innovative communities (Senate, No. 1970),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1982).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-07-30","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #102 [Yeas 36-Nays 2]","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1982","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":789077,"bill_number":"H3491","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for teachers","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for teachers. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3491","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":789078,"bill_number":"H3717","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3768","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3717","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789079,"bill_number":"H3661","title":"Authorizing the town of Wayland to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Wayland 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3722","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3661/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3661","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":789080,"bill_number":"H3406","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a special election guarantee fund","description":"For legislation to establish a fund for special elections to fill vacancies in the offices of senator or representative in the General Court. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3406","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":789081,"bill_number":"H3442","title":"Relative to aggressive panhandling on or adjacent to public ways","description":"Relative to prohibiting certain disorderly begging or panhandling and providing a penalty for violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3442","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":789082,"bill_number":"H3503","title":"Relative to repealing the tax on tobacco","description":"For legislation to repeal the tobacco tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3503","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":789083,"bill_number":"H3621","title":"To promote equal treatment of vocational school teachers","description":"Relative to the compensation received by teachers employed by vocational–technical schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4592","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3621/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3621","sponsor":"Robert Koczera"},
{"bill_id":789084,"bill_number":"H3710","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3710","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789085,"bill_number":"H3591","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carol Gulino, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carol Gulino, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 133 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3591","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":789086,"bill_number":"H3644","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":"That the town of Southborough 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3719","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3644/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3644","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":789087,"bill_number":"H3559","title":"Validating the actions taken at an annual town meeting and election held in the town of Essex","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at an annual town meeting and election held in the town of Essex.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789088,"bill_number":"H3458","title":"Relative to independent contractors","description":"Relative to certain employees in the publishing industry who work out of residences. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S992","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3458","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":789089,"bill_number":"H3580","title":"Order","description":"Relative to directing the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2015-06-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3580","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":789090,"bill_number":"H3566","title":"Relative to a technical correction of the pension statute","description":"Relative to accidental death benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3971","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3566","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":789091,"bill_number":"H3479","title":"Establishing a special commission to investigate and study methods to prevent the use of undue force by police officers","description":"For legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to investigate and study methods to prevent the use of undue force by police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3479","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":789092,"bill_number":"H3629","title":"Authorizing the town of Wakefield to exchange a certain parcel of land","description":"That the town of Wakefield be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town to Elias Anjim. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 224 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3629/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3629","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":789093,"bill_number":"H3588","title":"Relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax to seasonal rental properties in the town of Wellfleet","description":"That the town of Wellfleet be authorized to establish a room occupancy tax on vacation rentals. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3588","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789094,"bill_number":"H3689","title":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","description":"Relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3689","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":789095,"bill_number":"H3703","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Vitt, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick bank for Linda Vitt, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3703","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":789096,"bill_number":"S1971","title":"Resolve establishing a special legislative commission on young professionals","description":"For legislation to establish a special legislative commission on young professionals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1971).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-07-20","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2044","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1971","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":789097,"bill_number":"S1934","title":"Amending the town manager act of Arlington authorizing the town manager to appoint the director of assessments","description":"For legislation to amend the town manager act of Arlington authorizing the town manager to appoint the director of assessments. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 101 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1934","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":789098,"bill_number":"H3410","title":"Protecting public drinking water","description":"For legislation to further regulate the building or expansion of solid waste disposal facilities. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4668","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3410","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":789099,"bill_number":"H3682","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Provincetown by adding additional alternate members on certain boards","description":"Amending the charter of the town of Provincetown by adding additional alternate members on certain boards","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3682","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":789100,"bill_number":"H3723","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Aubrey, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Aubrey, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-09-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3723","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":789101,"bill_number":"S1979","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 75 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1979","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789102,"bill_number":"H3714","title":"Authorizing the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 256 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3714","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789103,"bill_number":"H3451","title":"Prohibiting the solitary confinement of inmates 21 years of age or younger","description":"Relative to prohibiting the solitary confinement of inmates 21 years of age or younger. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3451","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789104,"bill_number":"H3679","title":"To ensure compliance with the anti-shackling law for pregnant incarcerated women","description":"For legislation to further amend the anti-shackling statute for incarcerated pregnant women. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3679","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":789105,"bill_number":"S1941","title":"Authorizing the town of Middlefield to continue the employment of police chief Thomas Austin","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Middlefield to continue the employment of police chief Thomas Austin. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 47 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1941","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":789106,"bill_number":"H3607","title":"Relative to temporary guardianship for a person alleged to be incapacitated","description":"Relative to temporary guardianship for certain incapacitated persons. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3607","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":789107,"bill_number":"H3541","title":"Relative to parking brakes","description":"Relative to an examiner’s unobstructed access to a vehicle’s parking brake. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3541","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789108,"bill_number":"H3657","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeremy Bray, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jeremy Bray, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3657/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3657","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":789109,"bill_number":"H3691","title":"Authorizing the town of Tyngsborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3368). July 27, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 29 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3691","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789110,"bill_number":"S1933","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise Dellagrotte, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Denise Dellagrotte, an employee of the Trial Court (Senate, No. 1923),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1933).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 40 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1933","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":789111,"bill_number":"H3716","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 103 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3716","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789112,"bill_number":"H3646","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to lease certain town-owned property","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to lease certain town-owned property. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 15 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3646/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3646","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":789113,"bill_number":"S1943","title":"Mobile Integrated Health Services","description":"Text of amendment (806) (offered by Senator Donnelly et al) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2015-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1943","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":789114,"bill_number":"H3552","title":"Validating the results of a certain town election in the town of Groveland","description":"Relativerelative to the 2015 annual town election in the town of Groveland.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3552","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789115,"bill_number":"H3414","title":"Relative to land improvements in the town of Freetown","description":"Relative to the maintenance and upkeep of the Freetown-Fall River State Forest. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3414","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":789116,"bill_number":"H3476","title":"Relative to imitation firearms","description":"For legislation to further regulate the sale of imitation firearms in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3476","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789117,"bill_number":"H3614","title":"Authorizing the town of Watertown to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Watertown be authorized to issue fifteen additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-24","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3720","last_action_date":"2015-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3614/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3614","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":789118,"bill_number":"H3622","title":"Relative to discounts for prescription drugs","description":"Relative to discounts for prescription drugs. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4484","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3622/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3622","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789119,"bill_number":"S1927","title":"Authorizing the town of Dalton 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 Dalton 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":"2016-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 6 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1927","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":789120,"bill_number":"H3548","title":"Directing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to lease a certain parcel of land in the town of Southborough","description":"By Ms. Dykema of Holliston, a petition of Carolyn C. Dykema and James B. Eldridge (by vote of the town) that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be directed to lease a certain parcel of land located in the town of Southborough to said town. House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3762","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3548","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":789121,"bill_number":"H3539","title":"Restoring accountability in claims against certain non-governmental actions for damage caused by public way defects","description":"Relative to notice of injury on certain ways. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3539","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":789122,"bill_number":"H3494","title":"Relative to increasing disability ratings for veterans","description":"Relative to increasing property tax exemptions for disabled veterans. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3494","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":789123,"bill_number":"H3508","title":"Relative to the protection of open spaces","description":"For legislation to provide tax incentives for the removal of billboards deemed to have a detrimental effect on open space. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4215","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3508","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":789124,"bill_number":"H3429","title":"Relative to community block grants","description":"Relative to community block grants. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3429","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":789125,"bill_number":"H3422","title":"Relative to Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets","description":"Relative to uniform fiduciary access to digital assets. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3422","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":789126,"bill_number":"H3515","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3515","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":789127,"bill_number":"H3489","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Dedham Police Officer Paul Brown","description":"For legislation to grant preferential treatment to the son of Officer Paul Brown, a disabled retired police officer of the town of Dedham, on the civil service list for appointment as a police officer. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3489","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789128,"bill_number":"S1929","title":"Exempting the position of deputy fire chief in the town of Shrewsbury from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the position of deputy fire chief in the town of Shrewsbury from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1929","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":789129,"bill_number":"H3672","title":"Relative to commitments of persons found incompetent to stand trial or not guilty by reason of mental illness","description":"Section 108 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3672","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789130,"bill_number":"H3509","title":"To establish a multi-agency task force to combat illegal tobacco sales","description":"For legislation to establish a multi-agency task force to combat illegal tobacco sales. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3509","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789131,"bill_number":"H3460","title":"Requiring insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment","description":"By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition of Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and others that insurance providers cover a minimum of 30 days for in-patient substance abuse treatment. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied S1502","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3460","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":789132,"bill_number":"H3462","title":"Relative to direct deposit of employee compensation","description":"Relative to the direct deposit of municipal employees compensation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3462","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789133,"bill_number":"H3557","title":"Establishing a four year term for the office of City Councilor of the city of Holyoke","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to establish a four year terms for the office of city councilor of said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3680","last_action_date":"2015-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3557","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":789134,"bill_number":"S1969","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John J. Monahan, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for John J. Monahan, an employee of the Trial Court (Senate, No. 1950),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 1969).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1969","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":789135,"bill_number":"H3722","title":"Authorizing the town of Wayland to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Wayland 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":"2015-12-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 153 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3722","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789136,"bill_number":"S1980","title":"Establishing a Commonwealth citizen service initiative","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Service Alliance,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1980).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1980","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":789137,"bill_number":"H3589","title":"Relative to boat excise tax revenue for the Chatham waterfront","description":"That the town of Chatham be authorized to use revenue from the boat excise tax for waterway improvement fund purposes. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3589","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789138,"bill_number":"S1990","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1990).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2474","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1990","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":789139,"bill_number":"H3692","title":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle","description":"Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3692","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":789140,"bill_number":"H3681","title":"Dissolving the Geriatric Authority of Holyoke","description":"Dissolving the Geriatric Authority of Holyoke","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3681","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":789141,"bill_number":"H3435","title":"To facilitate separate settlements in multi-defendant negligence cases","description":"Relative to contributory negligence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3435","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":789142,"bill_number":"S1950","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John J. Monahan, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John J. Monahan, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied S1969","last_action_date":"2015-07-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1950","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":789143,"bill_number":"H3685","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Concord","description":"That the town of Concord be authorized to amend the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-09-06","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3685","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":789144,"bill_number":"H3492","title":"Relative to amending disability or death caused by certain conditions of Cancer","description":"For legislation to include the dive team, hazardous devices section and crime scene services of the state police in the law concerning disability or death caused by certain conditions of Cancer. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3492","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789145,"bill_number":"S1938","title":"Transparency in Economic Development","description":"Text of amendment (176) (offered by Senator Eldridge) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2015-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1938","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":789146,"bill_number":"H3583","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Provincetown by adding an additional alternate member on the board of health","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to add two alternate members of the board of health of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3682","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3583","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789147,"bill_number":"H3697","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to use certain land of the commonwealth of Massachusetts under the control of the department of transportation highway division for wastewater disposal","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to use certain parcels of state owned land for wastewater purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3697","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789148,"bill_number":"H3436","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":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3436","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789149,"bill_number":"H3478","title":"Requiring municipalities to follow Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations and standards with regard to: trenching and excavation; and confined space work","description":"Relative to protecting the health and safety of employees engaged in trenching, excavating and working in confined spaces. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3478","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":789150,"bill_number":"H3470","title":"Relative to patient cost share disclosure and transparency","description":"Relative to patient cost share disclosure and transparency. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3470","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":789151,"bill_number":"H3635","title":"Establishing a 3-member Board of Health in the Town of Charlemont","description":"That the town of Charlemont be authorized to change from a five member board of health to a three member board of health in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 146 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3635/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3635","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":789152,"bill_number":"H3532","title":"Creating a green bank to promote clean energy in Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to promote clean energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3532","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":789153,"bill_number":"S1987","title":"Relative to the town administrator in the town of Milton","description":"For legislation relative to the town administrator in the town of Milton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 65 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1987","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789154,"bill_number":"H3604","title":"Further regulating the membership of the school committee in the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to the compensation of school committee members in the city of Lawrence. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3604/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3604","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789155,"bill_number":"S1946","title":"Fiscal Management Control Board","description":"Text of the amendment (199) (offered by Messrs. Tarr, McGee, Hedlund, Ross, Humason, deMacedo and Fattman, Mrs. L'Italien, Mr. Montigny, Ms. O'Connor Ives, Mr. Donnelly, Ms. Lovely, Mr. Moore, Ms. Donoghue, Mr. Brownsberger, Ms. Forry, Messrs. Barrett, Keenan and Pacheco) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-22","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2015-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1946","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":789156,"bill_number":"S1952","title":"Amending chapter 486 of the acts of 2014","description":"For legislation relative to a bridge in Barre. Transportation.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-05-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2082","last_action_date":"2015-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1952","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":789157,"bill_number":"H3549","title":"To authorize the city of Melrose, acting through its liquor license commission, to issue licenses to table-service restaurants and function rooms with minimum seating capacities","description":"That the city of Melrose be authorized to issue 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":"2015-05-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3713","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3549","sponsor":"Paul Brodeur"},
{"bill_id":789158,"bill_number":"H3592","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Hudson as the Captain Seth R. Michaud Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Hudson as the Captain Seth R. Michaud memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3592/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3592","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":789159,"bill_number":"H3601","title":"Relative to members of the city council in the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to the compensation of city council members in the city of Lawrence. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3601/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3601","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789160,"bill_number":"H3531","title":"To examine the cost of gasoline, oil, natural gas, and electricity on Cape Cod and the Islands","description":"Relative to the cost of gasoline, oil, natural gas and electricity on Cape Cod and the Islands. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3531","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789161,"bill_number":"S1944","title":"Human Trafficking Update","description":"Text of amendment (124) (offered by Senator Montigny et al) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 3) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"See S3","last_action_date":"2015-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1944","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":789162,"bill_number":"H3467","title":"Relating to public safety and public health worker protections","description":"For legislation to further protect certain public safety and health workers from diseases. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3467","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":789163,"bill_number":"H3488","title":"Providing for certain health insurance coverage","description":"Relative to providing certain health insurance coverage. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4688","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3488","sponsor":"Sean Garballey"},
{"bill_id":789164,"bill_number":"H3450","title":"Relative to the classification and punishment for certain offenses in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to the classification and punishment for certain offenses in the Commonwealth. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3450","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789165,"bill_number":"H3409","title":"Relative to the qualification of voters","description":"For legislation to further define felony convictions as relates to the disqualification of voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3409","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789166,"bill_number":"H3430","title":"Relative to self-sufficiency in state-assisted public housing","description":"For legislation to establish a state-assisted housing program. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4284","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3430","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":789167,"bill_number":"H3609","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michela T. Paone-Stuart, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michela T. Paone-Stuart, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3609","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789168,"bill_number":"H3648","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":"2015-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2171","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3648/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3648","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":789169,"bill_number":"H3540","title":"Relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Port Authority","description":"Relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Port Authority. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4610","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3540","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789170,"bill_number":"H3537","title":"Further regulating ride sharing programs","description":"For legislation to further regulate ride sharing programs. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3537","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":789171,"bill_number":"H3639","title":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","description":"To clarify the net-worth measure of the corporate excise","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3639/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3639","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":789172,"bill_number":"H3562","title":"Authorizing the sale of certain real property known as 233 Quincy Street in Springfield, from the City of Springfield to Habitat for Humanity","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-03","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3948","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3562","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":789173,"bill_number":"H3445","title":"Relative to child safety zones","description":"For legislation to establish child safety zones to protect children from child sex offenders. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3445","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789174,"bill_number":"H3637","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Boston as The Honorable Arthur J. Lewis, Jr. Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Boston the Honorable Arthur J. Lewis, Jr. bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 215 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3637/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3637","sponsor":"Edward Coppinger"},
{"bill_id":789175,"bill_number":"H3664","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to lease a certain parcel of land","description":"That the town of Orleans be authorized to lease a certain parcel of land to the Orleans Historical Society. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 306 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3664","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789176,"bill_number":"H3564","title":"Establishing a beach restoration fund in the town of Sandwich","description":"That the town of Sandwich be authorized to establish a beach restoration fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3564","sponsor":"Randy Hunt"},
{"bill_id":789177,"bill_number":"H3523","title":"Relative to the payment of subcontractors in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the payment of subcontractors performing public jobs in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3523","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789178,"bill_number":"H3457","title":"To clarify reimbursement of workers compensation insurers to prevent double recovery by injured workers in third party cases","description":"Relative to reimbursement of workers’ compensation. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3457","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":789179,"bill_number":"H3700","title":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","description":"Clarifying participation in athletic safety programs","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3700","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":789180,"bill_number":"H3575","title":"Authorizing the town of Pelham to continue the employment of Raymond A. Murphy, Jr. as fire chief","description":"That the town of Pelham be authorized to continue the employment of fire chief Raymond A. Murphy, Jr. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 147 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3575","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":789181,"bill_number":"H3619","title":"Relative to the department of public works in the town of Tisbury","description":"By Representative Madden of Nantucket and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Timothy R. Madden (by vote of the town) that the department of public works of the town of Tisbury be authorized to manage all public works operations of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3619/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3619","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":789182,"bill_number":"H3641","title":"Relative to signing of warrants for payment in the town of Tyngsborough","description":"By Miss Garry of Dracut, a petition of Colleen M. Garry (by vote of the town) that certain officials in the town of Tyngsborough be authorized to approve all warrants for payment of said towns funds including payroll warrants. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 119 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3641/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3641","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":789183,"bill_number":"H3633","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Canton be authorized to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and 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":"2015-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3718","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3633/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3633","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":789184,"bill_number":"H3533","title":"Relative to fair and stable electricity pricing","description":"For legislation to require the approval by the Department of Public Utilities of proposed rate increases by electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3533","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":789185,"bill_number":"H3465","title":"Relative to patient access","description":"Relative to analyzing the impact on health care costs as relates to the use of co-pay assistance programs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4638","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3465","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":789186,"bill_number":"H3586","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Watertown to increase the exemption for certain residential real property","description":"That the town of Watertown be authorized to increase the exemption for certain residential property. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3586","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":789187,"bill_number":"H3625","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Raoul Santos, an employee of the Military Division","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Raoul Santos, an employee of the Military Division. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3625/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3625","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":789188,"bill_number":"H3424","title":"Relative to equitable dental reimbursement rates for services provided to publicly aided patients","description":"Relative to equitable dental reimbursement rates for services provided to publicly aided patients. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3424","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":789189,"bill_number":"H3438","title":"Relative to the Milford District Court","description":"Relative to assistant clerks of the third district court of Southern Worcester. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3438","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789190,"bill_number":"H3555","title":"Dissolving the Geriatric Authority of Holyoke","description":"Relative to the dissolution of the Geriatric Authority of Holyoke. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3681","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3555","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":789191,"bill_number":"H3690","title":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the town of Sandisfield, Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to authorized the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey to the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C. certain permanent subsurface and surface easements located in the town of Sandisfield for pipeline purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3690","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":789192,"bill_number":"H3530","title":"Relative to construction for the installation or repair of utility lines","description":"For legislation to require notification to owners of real estate in areas scheduled for certain public utility construction. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3530","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":789193,"bill_number":"H3650","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 (House, No. 3401), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3650). July 7, 2015.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2015-07-17","last_action":"Section 50 passed over veto - Roll Call #195 [YEAS 30 - NAYS 6]","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3650","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789194,"bill_number":"H3469","title":"To promote disclosure of toxins in e-cigarettes","description":"Relative to toxins contained in the vapor produced by e-cigarettes. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3469","sponsor":"Jonathan Hecht"},
{"bill_id":789195,"bill_number":"S1928","title":"Authorizing the board of directors of Metacomet Emergency Communications Center to accept chapter 32B of the General Laws","description":"For legislation to authorize the board of directors of Metacomet Emergency Communications Center to accept chapter 32B of the General Laws. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1928","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":789196,"bill_number":"H3514","title":"Relative to the sales tax of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the value of classic or antique vehicles in calculating the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3782","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3514","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":789197,"bill_number":"S1931","title":"Authorizing the town of Wareham 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 Wareham to grant an additional liquor license. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1931","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":789198,"bill_number":"H3483","title":"Enhancing child safety","description":"For legislation to require landlords to install window guards in certain residential units housing children under 10 years of age. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3483","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":789199,"bill_number":"H3411","title":"Restricting the use of effluent water","description":"For legislation to prohibit the use of effluent water in cooling towers in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied H3412","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3411","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":789200,"bill_number":"H3634","title":"Establishing a department of municipal finance in the town of Milford","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to establish a municipal finance department for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 13 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3634/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3634","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789201,"bill_number":"H3507","title":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","description":"For legislation to establish estate tax valuation for farms. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3963","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3507","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":789202,"bill_number":"H3553","title":"Relative to vegetation management plans","description":"Relative to vegetation management plans. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-23","last_action":"Accompanied S478","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3553","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":789203,"bill_number":"H3615","title":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Dighton","description":"That the town of Dighton be authorized to recall elected officials of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3615","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":789204,"bill_number":"S1976","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to physical education in public schools; and of Gloria L. Fox and others relative to requiring mandatory physical education for all students in grades K-12,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1976).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2047","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1976","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":789205,"bill_number":"H3510","title":"Prohibiting audits on residents over eighty.","description":"For legislation to exempt certain taxpayers over eighty years of age from being audited. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3510","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789206,"bill_number":"H3683","title":"Expanding inclusive transition programs for students with severe disabilities","description":"Expanding inclusive transition programs for students with severe disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3683/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3683","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":789207,"bill_number":"S1994","title":"Further regulating tanning facilities","description":"For legislation to regulate tanning facilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1994).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 31 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1994","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":789208,"bill_number":"H3610","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2016 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor submitting recommendations for making certain appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 before final action on the General Appropriation Bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-06-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 37 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3610/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3610","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789209,"bill_number":"H3718","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3769","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3718","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789210,"bill_number":"S1962","title":"Establishing a town administrator in the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation to create a town administrator in the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1962","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":789211,"bill_number":"H3606","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Valerie Loiacono Daley, an employee of the trial court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Valerie Loiacono Daley, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-07-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 45 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3606/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3606","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789212,"bill_number":"H3498","title":"Providing for a donation check-off box on state tax returns for the Massachusetts Youth in Government program","description":"For legislation to provide a donation check-off box on state tax returns for the establishment of the Y.M.C.A Youth and Government fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3498","sponsor":"Bruce Ayers"},
{"bill_id":789213,"bill_number":"H3403","title":"Relative to strengthening background checks","description":"Relative to strengthening background checks of persons licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4410","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3403","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789214,"bill_number":"H3456","title":"Relative to assault and battery on the elderly or disabled","description":"Relative to assault and battery on the elderly or disabled. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3456","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":789215,"bill_number":"H3677","title":"Authorizing the Board of Appeals of the town of Wareham to include certain manufactured housing units in the determination of the percentage of low or moderate income housing units","description":"That the town of Wareham be authorized to include certain manufactured housing units in the determination of the percentage of low or moderate income housing units. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3677","sponsor":"Susan Gifford"},
{"bill_id":789216,"bill_number":"H3448","title":"Relative to fees for indigent defendants","description":"Relative to fees for indigent defendants and the verification of indigency. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3448","sponsor":"David Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789217,"bill_number":"H3699","title":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","description":"Relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3699/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3699","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":789218,"bill_number":"H3481","title":"Relative to digital projectors","description":"For legislation to exempt areas housing digital projection systems from fire extinguisher requirements. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3481","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789219,"bill_number":"H3645","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to lease certain town-owned property","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to lease certain town-owned property. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 19 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3645/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3645","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":789220,"bill_number":"S1961","title":"Relative to the creation of a treasurer-collector in the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation relative to the creation of a treasurer-collector in the town of Plainville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1961","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789221,"bill_number":"H3499","title":"Establishing a tax increment financing plan for new businesses","description":"For legislation to direct the Secretary of Housing and Economic Development to establish a tax increment program to promote the development of small businesses. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3499","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":789222,"bill_number":"H3686","title":"Relative to the maximum age of special police officers in the city known as the town of Bridgewater","description":"Relative to the maximum age requirements for special police officers in the town of Bridgewater. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 197 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3686","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
{"bill_id":789223,"bill_number":"H3466","title":"Prohibiting the sale of electronic cigarettes to persons under the age of 18","description":"For legislation to prohibit the sale of electronic cigarettes to persons under 18 years of age. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2152","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3466","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":789224,"bill_number":"H3631","title":"Authorizing the town of Milford to grant an additional liquor license","description":"That the town of Milford be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3716","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3631/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3631","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789225,"bill_number":"H3617","title":"Relative to certain affordable housing in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to the procurement and awarding of contracts for public housing construction projects in the city of Boston. Labor and Workforce Development. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 247 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3617/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3617","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":789226,"bill_number":"H3674","title":"Relative to opiate overdoses in the commonwealth","description":"Section 191 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment K of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3674","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789227,"bill_number":"H3517","title":"Relative to the evaluation of contractors with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance","description":"For legislation to prohibit the evaluation of contractors with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance prior to completion of the project. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3517","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789228,"bill_number":"H3569","title":"Relative to the charter of the city of Chelsea","description":"For legislation to amend the charter of the city of Chelsea. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 312 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3569","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":789229,"bill_number":"H3660","title":"Relative to the STEM advisory council","description":"Relative to the STEM advisory council","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3660/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3660","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":789230,"bill_number":"H3712","title":"Authorizing the town of Bedford to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Bedford to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3802","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3712","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789231,"bill_number":"H3425","title":"Relative to continuity of healthcare","description":"Relative to continuity of health care. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3425","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":789232,"bill_number":"H3670","title":"Relative to the pension liability of the commonwealth","description":"Section 53 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3670","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789233,"bill_number":"S1954","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan Welliver, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Welliver, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1954","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":789234,"bill_number":"H3713","title":"Authorizing the city of Melrose to grant licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":".","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3713","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789235,"bill_number":"H3608","title":"Amending the independent contractor statute","description":"For legislation to further amend the independent contractor statute. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3608","sponsor":"Jeffrey Roy"},
{"bill_id":789236,"bill_number":"S1986","title":"Relative to innovative communities","description":"Relative to innovative communities (Senate, No. 1986) (being the text of Senate, No. 1982, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-30","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1986","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789237,"bill_number":"H3495","title":"Relative to tax title expense","description":"Relative to the recovery of legal fees incurred by municipalities on property in foreclosure. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3495","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":789238,"bill_number":"H3434","title":"Banning glue based rodent traps","description":"For legislation to ban the use of glue-based rodent traps. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3434","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":789239,"bill_number":"H3408","title":"Requiring 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations engaged in voter education activities to disclose donor information","description":"For legislation to require political action committees engaged in voter education activities to disclose donor information. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4134","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3408","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789240,"bill_number":"H3684","title":"Engrossed Bill authorizing the town of Norwood to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages (see House, No. 3684), which was returned by His Excellency the Governor pursuant to Article LVI with recommendation of amendment specified by him, (see House, No. 3982),","description":"That the town of Norwood be authorized to issue four additional licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 44 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3684","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789241,"bill_number":"H3596","title":"Exempting the position of police chief in the town of Hull from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Hull be authorized to exempt the police chief of said town from provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3596","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":789242,"bill_number":"H3568","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Abington creating a department of public works","description":"That the town of Abington be authorized to create a department of public works. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3568","sponsor":"Geoff Diehl"},
{"bill_id":789243,"bill_number":"S1951","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert McMahan, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert McMahan, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-08-24","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789244,"bill_number":"H3651","title":"Relative to the conveyance of easements in the town of Eastham","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 (House, No. 3401), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3651). July 7, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3651/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3651","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789245,"bill_number":"H3577","title":"To expand teacher credible service","description":"Relative to retirement credit for teachers for out-of-state service. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-05-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3577","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":789246,"bill_number":"H3504","title":"Establishing a special commission to study proposals to incentivize and allow the University of Massachusetts at Lowell to provide business growth services to certain companies in the commonwealth","description":"Relative to proposals to incentivize and authorize the University of Massachusetts at Lowell to provide business growth services to certain companies. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3504","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":789247,"bill_number":"H3487","title":"To accelerate state employee replacement","description":"For legislation to establish a retirement incentive program for state employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3487","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":789248,"bill_number":"H3704","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maribel Sepulveda, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maribel Sepulveda, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-09-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3704","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":789249,"bill_number":"H3687","title":"Concerning local room tax","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to impose a room occupancy tax on vacation or leisure accommodations. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3687","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":789250,"bill_number":"H3694","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of Boston school police officers","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of Boston school police officers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3694","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789251,"bill_number":"H3565","title":"Establishing the Williams-Rockwell educational gift fund in the city of Gardner","description":"That the city of Gardner be authorized to establish the Williams-Rockwell educational gift fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3565","sponsor":"Jonathan Zlotnik"},
{"bill_id":789252,"bill_number":"H3453","title":"Prohibiting the obstruction of state highways","description":"For legislation to establish penalties for obstructing a state highway. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3453","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789253,"bill_number":"H3484","title":"Relative to the creation of the Commonwealth Technical Rescue Regions and Coordinating Council","description":"For legislation to establish technical rescue regions in the Commonwealth to coordinate certain rescue services. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3484","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789254,"bill_number":"H3527","title":"Relative to the construction of generating facilities","description":"Relative to the environmental impact documents required to apply for a permit to construct an electric generating facility. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3527","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":789255,"bill_number":"S1965","title":"Relative to energy sector compliance with the Global Warming Solutions Act","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor recommending legislation to require electric utility companies to solicit long-term contracts for clean energy generation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-09","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789256,"bill_number":"H3418","title":"Reducing packaging waste in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to reducing packaging waste. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3418","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789257,"bill_number":"H3706","title":"Relative to bicycle safety","description":"For legislation to prohibited the wearing of headphones while operating a bicycle. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4438","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3706","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":789258,"bill_number":"H3561","title":"Further regulating the interest rate on sewer assessments in the town of Stoughton.","description":"Further regulating the interest rate on sewer assessments in the town of Stoughton.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 359 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3561","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789259,"bill_number":"H3711","title":"Authorizing the town of Lincoln to grant a license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Lincoln to grant a license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3711/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3711","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":789260,"bill_number":"H3485","title":"To create a Gateway Cities public safety pilot program","description":"For legislation to establish the gateway municipality public safety program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security","last_action_date":"2015-01-20","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3485","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":789261,"bill_number":"H3688","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Veteran's Relief Fund","description":"That the town of Saugus be authorized to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Veteran's Relief Fund. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4031","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3688","sponsor":"Donald Wong"},
{"bill_id":789262,"bill_number":"H3472","title":"Relative to compensation for family caregivers","description":"Relative to compensating providers of medical or supervisory care to family members. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4687","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3472","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789263,"bill_number":"H3576","title":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to amend Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012","description":"That the town of Sudbury be authorized to amend the senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3815","last_action_date":"2015-10-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3576","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":789264,"bill_number":"S1978","title":"Authorizing the town of Mount Washington to establish, own and operate broadband infrastructure and services and to issue bonds or notes therefor","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Mount Washington to establish, own, and operate broadband infrastructure and services and to issue bonds or notes therefor. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 7 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1978","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":789265,"bill_number":"H3593","title":"Opinion of the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court to the House ofRepresentatives [on certain questions ofLaw pertaining to the origin of a \"moneyBill\" in relation to the generalAppropriation bill for fiscal year 2016]","description":"Opinion of the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court to the House of Representatives [on certain questions of Law pertaining to the origin of a \"money Bill\" in relation to the general Appropriation bill for fiscal year 2016]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3593/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3593","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789266,"bill_number":"H3597","title":"Authorizing the town of North Andover to grant an additional liquor license","description":"That the town of North Andover be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premise. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3714","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3597","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":789267,"bill_number":"H3520","title":"Relative to state grants targeting minority communities","description":"Relative to state grants targeting minority communities and minority businesses. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3520","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":789268,"bill_number":"H3547","title":"Relative to exempt disabled veteran income for housing","description":"Relative to eliminating certain payments made to disabled veterans from the computation of rental housing vouchers. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4230","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3547","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":789269,"bill_number":"H3550","title":"Authorizing the establishment of a municipal job creation and retention trust and project mitigation contribution (\"linkage\") program for job creation and retention in the city of Somerville","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to establish the Somerville municipal job creation and retention trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-21","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4303","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3550","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":789270,"bill_number":"S1942","title":"Relative to the charter of the city known as the town of Randolph","description":"Senate, Monday, June 15, 2015 – New draft (Senator Joyce) to Senate bill amending the town charter for the town of Randolph, (Senate, No. 24).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1942","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789271,"bill_number":"H3673","title":"Relative to the transfer of certain funds to be credited to the Housing Preservation and Stabilization Trust Fund for fiscal year 2016","description":"Section 144 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment J of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3673","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789272,"bill_number":"H3724","title":"Relative to a long-term, sustainable solar industry","description":"Relativerelative to a long-term, sustainable solar industry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789273,"bill_number":"H3528","title":"Relative to the process for increasing utility rates","description":"Relative to the process for increasing seasonal utility rates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3528","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":789274,"bill_number":"H3582","title":"To clarify the executive powers of the Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners in the town of Foxborough","description":"For legislation to clarify the executive powers of the water and sewer commission of the town of Foxborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3582","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":789275,"bill_number":"H3598","title":"Relative to preliminary elections for certain offices in the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to the number of signatures of voters required to place the name of a candidate on the official ballot to be used at a preliminary election in the city of Lawrence. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3598/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3598","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789276,"bill_number":"H3536","title":"Regulating parasailing","description":"For legislation to regulate parasailing. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3536","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":789277,"bill_number":"H3511","title":"Relative to interest on property tax bills","description":"For legislation to reduce the interest rate on overdue property tax bills to two percent annually. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3511","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789278,"bill_number":"H3605","title":"Protecting student privacy","description":"Relative to student privacy. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4143","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3605/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3605","sponsor":"Carolyn Dykema"},
{"bill_id":789279,"bill_number":"S1992","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to establish a special purpose stabilization fund","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Milton to establish a special purpose stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1992","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789280,"bill_number":"H3667","title":"Establishing a public art commission","description":"Section 28 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3667","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789281,"bill_number":"H3441","title":"Relative to the issuance of search warrants","description":"Relative to the issuance of search warrants. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3441","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":789282,"bill_number":"H3444","title":"Relative to searches of female inmates","description":"For legislation to further regulate strip searches of inmates. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3444","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":789283,"bill_number":"S1940","title":"Authorizing the relocation, replacement, reconstruction and maintenance of a piling supported building in the town of Newbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the relocation, replacement, reconstruction and maintenance of a piling supported building in the town of Newbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-06-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-07-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1940","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":789284,"bill_number":"H3474","title":"Requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving","description":"For legislation to establish the police training trust fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3474","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":789285,"bill_number":"H3551","title":"An Order (filed by Speaker DeLeo of Winthrop) relative to requiring the opinions of the Supreme Judicial Court on certain questions of law pertaining to the origin of a \"money bill\" in relation to the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2016 [for General Appropriation Bill, see House No. 3401]","description":"Relative to requiring the opinions of the Supreme Judicial Court on certain questions of law pertaining to the origin of a \"money bill\" in relation to the General Appropriation Bill for fiscal year 2016 [for General Appropriation Bill, see House No. 3401].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-22","last_action":"Opinions returned, see H3593","last_action_date":"2015-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3551","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":789286,"bill_number":"H3628","title":"Relative to the town of Northborough and the sale of all-alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Northborough be authorized to issue five 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":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3715","last_action_date":"2015-08-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3628/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3628","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":789287,"bill_number":"H3427","title":"Relative to the purchase of iPads at Bridgewater State University","description":"For legislation to provide for the purchasing and distributing of instructional electronic mobile devices at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4228","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3427","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789288,"bill_number":"H3643","title":"Designating the Hampden County Superior Court as the Roderick L. Ireland Courthouse","description":"For legislation to designate the Hampden County Superior Court as the Roderick L. Ireland courthouse. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 428 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3643/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3643","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789289,"bill_number":"H3613","title":"For a reliable, sustainable Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","description":"For a reliable, sustainable Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-06-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3613/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3613","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":789290,"bill_number":"H3666","title":"Relative to establishing an internal special audit unit in the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"Section 13 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 (see House, No. 3650), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 3675). July 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3666","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789291,"bill_number":"H3652","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Campbell, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paula Campbell, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 80 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3652/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3652","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":789292,"bill_number":"H3416","title":"Authorizing the release of certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction","description":"By Mr. Kulik of Worthington, a petition of Stephen Kulik that the Commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to release certain land in the town of Cummington from the operation of an agricultural preservation restriction. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Read second, amended (as recommended by the committee the House Ways and Means) and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3416","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":789293,"bill_number":"H3620","title":"Exempting the position of fire chief in the City of Lowell from the civil service law","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to appoint a fire chief for said city notwithstanding certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-07-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 50 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3620/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3620","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":789294,"bill_number":"S1932","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Teresa Amato, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Teresa Amato, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1932","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":789295,"bill_number":"H3574","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Dean M. Casbarra as a firefighter in the town of Plainville notwithstanding the maximum age requirement","description":"That the town of Plainville be authorized to employee firefighters notwithstanding the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3574","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":789296,"bill_number":"S1957","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Erving","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Erving. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1957","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"},
{"bill_id":789297,"bill_number":"S1977","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kenneth Bascomb, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kenneth Bascomb, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-06-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2009","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1977","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789298,"bill_number":"S1983","title":"Authorizing the town of Andover school district to convey a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the Andover school district to convey a certain parcel of land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 146 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1983","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":789299,"bill_number":"H3624","title":"Relative to the allowance of a former public employee upon re-entering public service to be vested for retirement upon payment of a full buy back of the necessary years to be vested and eligible for retirement upon re-entering public service","description":"Relative to the employment status of certain former public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3624/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3624","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789300,"bill_number":"H3573","title":"Increasing the expenditure limit of the Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Revolving Fund in the town of Somerset","description":"That the town of Somerset be authorized to increase the allowable expenditure limit of a fire department emergency medical services revolving fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3573","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":789301,"bill_number":"H3702","title":"Relative to passenger safety","description":"Relative to further regulating transportation network livery companies and drivers providing prearranged for-hire ride services for compensation using mobile applications to connect passengers with drivers. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4049","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3702","sponsor":"Michael Moran"},
{"bill_id":789302,"bill_number":"S1972","title":"Relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund","description":"For legislation relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1972).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-09-24","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see Roll Call #168 (YEAS 34 - NAYS 4)","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1972","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":789303,"bill_number":"H3538","title":"Amending certain motor vehicle violations","description":"For legislation to change the penalties and fines for certain motor vehicle violations. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3538","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":789304,"bill_number":"S1956","title":"Creating uniform beach warnings","description":"For legislation to create uniform beach warnings,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1956).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1956","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":789305,"bill_number":"H3480","title":"Relative to establishing an independent review board for police shootings","description":"For legislation to establish an independent police conduct review board. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3480","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":789306,"bill_number":"S1963","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Hart, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Anthony Hart, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-08-13","last_action":"No further action taken","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1963","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789307,"bill_number":"H3404","title":"To strengthen the Massachusetts Home Care Program","description":"For legislation to establish a registry for home care workers. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4620","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3404","sponsor":"Daniel Cullinane"},
{"bill_id":789308,"bill_number":"H3599","title":"Authorizing the town of Scituate to convey certain land","description":"That the town of Scituate be authorized to convey a certain parcel of conservation and recreation land to the Bartlett Fields, LLC. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 26 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3599/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3599","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":789309,"bill_number":"H3579","title":"Regulating fees relating to the sale and usage of propane gas","description":"For legislation to further regulate propane sales and usage fees. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3579","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":789310,"bill_number":"H3501","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts Robotics Center","description":"For legislation to provide certain tax incentives for the establishment of a robotics center in the Commonwealth. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3501","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":789311,"bill_number":"H3693","title":"Eliminating the preliminary election in the city of Lynn in 2015","description":"Relative to the preliminary elections in the city of Lynn. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 57 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3693/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3693","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":789312,"bill_number":"S1935","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey certain land held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank and Madaket Conservation Trust for open space, recreational or conservation purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Nantucket to sell, convey, or otherwise dispose of certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 165 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1935","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":789313,"bill_number":"H3656","title":"Relative to sheet metal work","description":"Relative to the awarding of sheet metal work contracts. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3656","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":789314,"bill_number":"H3526","title":"Relative to protecting the electrical transmission grid system of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to require each electric company to develop and implement a plan to address the vulnerability of electrical transmission grids under its control. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3526","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":789315,"bill_number":"H3454","title":"Relative to the submission and analysis of sexual assault forensic evidence","description":"Relative to the submission and analysis of sexual assault forensic evidence. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3454","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":789316,"bill_number":"H3678","title":"Relative to protecting health care consumers","description":"By Mr. Mariano of Quincy, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ronald Mariano, Maura Healey (Attorney General) and others that the Health Policy Commission be authorized to make factual findings and issue a preliminary report on the cost and market impact review. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4277","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3678","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":789317,"bill_number":"H3420","title":"To reduce solid waste and provide universal recycling access","description":"Relative to a universal system of solid waste management. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3420","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":789318,"bill_number":"S1991","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises of a certain restaurant","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Milton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises of a certain restaurant. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2051","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1991","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789319,"bill_number":"S1975","title":"Relative to regional bonus aid","description":"For legislationfor legislation to provide bonus aid to newly formed regional school districts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1975).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1975","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":789320,"bill_number":"H3616","title":"Relative to polling places in the city of Marlborough","description":"That the city council of the city of Marlborough be authorized to designate the polling places for each voting precinct in said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-08-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-08-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3616/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3616","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":789321,"bill_number":"H3452","title":"To amend 209A pursuant to domestic violence","description":"Relative to abuse prevention. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3452","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":789322,"bill_number":"H3698","title":"Relative to a feasibility study of a taxi license database","description":"Relative to the feasibility of a taxi driver license database. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-07-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3698","sponsor":"Leah Cole"},
{"bill_id":789323,"bill_number":"H3611","title":"Relative to non-conforming structures","description":"Relative to non-conforming structures","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-07-26","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3611/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3611","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":789324,"bill_number":"H3584","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Provincetown by adding an additional alternate member on the planning board","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to add an alternate member of the planning board of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3682","last_action_date":"2015-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3584","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":789325,"bill_number":"H3705","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shirley Brathwaite, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shirley Brathwaite, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3705","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":789326,"bill_number":"H3534","title":"Addressing the gas pipeline project","description":"Relative to the Northeast Energy Direct Pipeline Project proposed by the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3534","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":789327,"bill_number":"H3600","title":"Relative to certain elections by the city council in the city of Lawrence","description":"Relative to the election of the city clerk and city attorney in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 23 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3600/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3600","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":789328,"bill_number":"H3658","title":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by a housing authority","description":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by housing authorities. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3786","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3658/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3658","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":789329,"bill_number":"H3518","title":"Relative to local procurement","description":"Relative to the competitive bidding process. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3518","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":789330,"bill_number":"H3535","title":"Relative to funding public libraries and the Centerville-Osterville-Marston Mills fire district","description":"Relative to the funding of certain libraries in the Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills Fire District. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3535","sponsor":"Brian Mannal"},
{"bill_id":789331,"bill_number":"H3440","title":"Relative to the implementation of a department of corrections reentry program","description":"Relative to the implementation of a Department of Correction reentry program. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3440","sponsor":"Gloria Fox"},
{"bill_id":789332,"bill_number":"S1936","title":"Authorizing Nantucket County to convey certain parcels of land to the town of Nantucket","description":"For legislation to approve the conveyance of property by the county of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1936","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":789333,"bill_number":"H3726","title":"Expanding access to craft beer","description":"Relative to the retail sale of certain malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3726","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":789334,"bill_number":"H3728","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to grant a lease over certain property in the city of Boston","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a lease over certain property in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4102","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3728","sponsor":"Elizabeth Malia"},
{"bill_id":789335,"bill_number":"H3727","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts insurers insolvency fund","description":"For legislation to increase certain obligations, by the insurers insolvency fund, from three hundred thousand dollars to six hundred thousand dollars. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3727","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":789582,"bill_number":"H3729","title":"Relative to the street closure permitting process in the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to remove the parks department of said city from the street closure permitting process. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3729","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":789583,"bill_number":"H3734","title":"Establishing an Appointed Treasurer for the City of Holyoke","description":"Establishing an Appointed Treasurer for the City of Holyoke","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-09-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3734","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789585,"bill_number":"H3733","title":"To amend Chapter 60A Section 1 of the Massachusetts General Laws","description":"For legislation to exempt certain persons over the age of sixty-five from motor vehicle excises and registration fees. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3733","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":789587,"bill_number":"H3732","title":"Relative to the Disclosure of Information about Vital Statistics; Conditions","description":"Relative to the release of vital records by municipal officials. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3732","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":789589,"bill_number":"H3731","title":"To require written notice of medical tests outside a patient’s network for insurance purposes","description":"For legislation to require written notice of medical tests outside a patient’s network for insurance purposes. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3731/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3731","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":789590,"bill_number":"H3730","title":"Relative to the duplicate application requirement for dwelling fire insurance policies","description":"Relative to insurance binders for losses or damage due to building fires. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3730","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":789610,"bill_number":"H3737","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Jeremy Bray, an employee of the Department of Correction [see House, No. 3657, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3737). August 20, 2015","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Jeremy Bray, an employee of the Department of Correction [see House, No. 3657, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3737). August 20, 2015","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-20","last_action":"See H3657","last_action_date":"2015-08-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3737","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789611,"bill_number":"H3736","title":"Providing for inspections of exercise equipment in health clubs","description":"Relative to the inspections of exercise equipment in health clubs. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3736","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":789615,"bill_number":"S1998","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Susan Metheny, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Susan Metheny, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1998","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":789617,"bill_number":"S1997","title":"Relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2113","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1997","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":789621,"bill_number":"H3735","title":"Relative to regional charter schools","description":"Relative to the state assessment system for regional charter schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4599","last_action_date":"2016-09-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3735","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":789657,"bill_number":"H3738","title":"Further regulating the Position of Highway Surveyor in the Town of Hanson","description":"That the town of Hanson be authorized to enter into an employment contract with a highway surveyor. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3738","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":789659,"bill_number":"H3740","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to convert 1 seasonal license to an annual license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to convert a seasonal license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to a license for the sale all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3740","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":789660,"bill_number":"H3739","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convert 3 licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to convert three licenses for the sale of wine and malt beverages to licenses for the sale all alcohol beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3739","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":789662,"bill_number":"H3741","title":"Relative to motorcycle permit requirements","description":"Relative to requirements for the issuance of a learner's permit to operate a motorcycle. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-07-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3741","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":789664,"bill_number":"S2000","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Hart, an employee of the Department of Mental Health (Senate, No. 1963).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Hart, an employee of the Department of Mental Health (Senate, No. 1963).","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-24","last_action":"Referred to the Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2015-08-24","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2000","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789711,"bill_number":"S2001","title":"Further defining a quorum of a public body in the town of Milton","description":"For legislation relative to a quorum of a public body in the town of Milton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 102 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2001","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":789726,"bill_number":"H3743","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marian Grant, an employee of the Natick District Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marian Grant, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-24","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3751","last_action_date":"2015-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3743","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":789728,"bill_number":"H3745","title":"Relative to the moderator in the town of Needham","description":"Relative to the moderator in the town of Needham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 114 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3745","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":789730,"bill_number":"H3744","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Diane Ranno, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Diane Ranno, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 60 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3744","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":789733,"bill_number":"S2002","title":"Relative to the appointment of assistant city clerks in the city of Gardner","description":"For legislation relative to the appointment of assistant city clerks in the city of Gardner. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 382 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2002","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":789735,"bill_number":"H3742","title":"Establishing a year-round market rate rental housing trust fund in the town of Provincetown","description":"That the town of Provincetown be authorized to establish a year-round rental housing trust. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 305 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3742","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":790070,"bill_number":"H3746","title":"Establishing a commission to study pancreatic cancer","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning pancreatic cancer. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3746","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":790075,"bill_number":"H3747","title":"Establishing a prepaid wireless E911 surcharge","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Revenue to collect a surcharge for 911 services from the end users of prepaid wireless services at the point of sale on each retail sale. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4443","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3747","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":790087,"bill_number":"S2005","title":"Relative to bus driver testing and requirements","description":"For legislation relative to the testing and licensing requirements for operators of school buses.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2005","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":790089,"bill_number":"S2004","title":"Requiring medical exams for certain school bus drivers","description":"For legislation to require medical exams for certain school bus drivers. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-04-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2004","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":790090,"bill_number":"S2003","title":"Relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles","description":"For legislation relative to standards for protective headgear for operators or passengers on motorcycles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2364","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2003","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":790106,"bill_number":"S1996","title":"A Act establishing a department of public works in the town of Abington","description":"For legislation to create a department of public works in the town of Abington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1996","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":790137,"bill_number":"H3748","title":"Authorizing the Department of Fish and Game to acquire land of the town of Townsend","description":"That the town of Townsend be authorized to convey two parcels of land to the Department of Fish and Game. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 190 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3748","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":790139,"bill_number":"S2006","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Maureen Table, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Maureen Table, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2006","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":790142,"bill_number":"H3749","title":"Authorizing the town of Sheffield to appoint certain members to the conservation commission","description":"That the town Sheffield be authorized to appoint associate members to the conservation commission of said town for terms not to exceed one year. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 41 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3749","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":790145,"bill_number":"H3751","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Marian Grant, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3743 ). September 3, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3751","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":790148,"bill_number":"H3750","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Wendy Savary, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Wendy Savary, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 95 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3750","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":790165,"bill_number":"S1955","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"For legislation to establish a snowmobile educational safety program and of Stephen Kulik, John W. Scibak and others relative to the operation of snowmobiles,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1955).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-06-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2515","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1955","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":790166,"bill_number":"H3752","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill relative to the Charter of the city of Newton [see House, No. 3563, amended]","description":"Relative to the Charter of the city of Newton [see House, No. 3563, amended]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-08","last_action":"See H3563","last_action_date":"2015-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3752","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":790167,"bill_number":"S2007","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Robert McMahan, an employee of the Department of Public Health (Senate, No. 1951, amended).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Robert McMahan, an employee of the Department of Public Health (Senate, No. 1951, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-03","last_action":"See S1951","last_action_date":"2015-09-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2007","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":790252,"bill_number":"H3753","title":"Relative to ABLE accounts","description":"Relative to ABLE accounts. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4402","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3753","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":790579,"bill_number":"H3757","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Erica Amoako, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Erica Amoako, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-08-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3757","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":790580,"bill_number":"H3756","title":"Relative to fentanyl","description":"Relative to the trafficking of fentanyl. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3756","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":790581,"bill_number":"H3754","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3754","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":790582,"bill_number":"S2010","title":"To improve the accessibility and affordability of naloxone and other pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to improve the accessibility and affordability of naloxone and other pharmaceutical drugs of public health concern (Senate, No. 603),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2010).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Substituted by S2020, amended","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2010","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":790584,"bill_number":"S2011","title":"Relative to trigeminal neuralgia awareness month","description":"For legislation relative to trigeminal neuralgia awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-03-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2011","sponsor":"Robert Hedlund"},
{"bill_id":790585,"bill_number":"H3758","title":"Providing affordable housing property tax incentives in the town of Amherst","description":"Relative to providing certain affordable housing property tax incentives in the town of Amherst. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3758","sponsor":"Ellen Story"},
{"bill_id":790586,"bill_number":"H3755","title":"Relative to the trafficking of Fentanyl","description":"Relative to the trafficking of fentanyl. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-10-07","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3798","last_action_date":"2015-10-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3755","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":790587,"bill_number":"S2008","title":"Report of the Special Senate Committee on Opioid Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Options","description":"Report of the Special","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-09","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-09-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2008","sponsor":"Special Senate Committee on Opioid Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Options"},
{"bill_id":790706,"bill_number":"S2012","title":"Relative to the off-street parking board in the city of Worcester","description":"For legislation relative to the off-street parking board in the city of Worcester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2012","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":790712,"bill_number":"H3761","title":"Authorizing the town of Bolton to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Bolton be authorized 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 66 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3761","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":790715,"bill_number":"H3760","title":"Modernizing Commonwealth and municipal banking laws to protect customers","description":"Relative to municipal banking laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4111","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3760","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":790718,"bill_number":"H3759","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Boston [see House, No. 2339] (for message, see House, No. 3759). September 11, 2015.","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill authorizing the appointment of retired police officers as special police officers in the city of Boston [see House, No. 2339] (for message, see House, No. 3759). September 11, 2015.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-14","last_action":"See H2339","last_action_date":"2015-09-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3759","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791195,"bill_number":"S2016","title":"Authorizing the merger of the Annawon Council, Inc. and the Boy Scouts of America into the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America","description":"For legislation to authorize the merger of the Annawon Council, Inc. and the Boy Scouts of America into the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2041","last_action_date":"2015-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2016","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":791198,"bill_number":"S2017","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Roger Sweeney, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Roger Sweeney, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-08-27","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2035","last_action_date":"2015-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2017","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":791203,"bill_number":"H3765","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relative to workers' compensation","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-09-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3972","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3765","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":791208,"bill_number":"H3766","title":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse","description":"Relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3766","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":791214,"bill_number":"H3769","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3718). September 24, 2015.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3769","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791220,"bill_number":"S2013","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to student sex education,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2013).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2048","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2013","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":791226,"bill_number":"S2014","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 1812),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2014).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-09-24","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - see Roll Call #164 (YEAS 38 - NAYS 0)","last_action_date":"2015-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2014","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":791231,"bill_number":"H3764","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Deborah Clay, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Deborah Clay, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3764","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791237,"bill_number":"H3767","title":"Establishing a four year term for the office school committee member elected by ward of the city of Holyoke","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to establish a four year term for school committee members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3767","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":791242,"bill_number":"H3763","title":"Directing the Police Department of the city of Boston to waive the maximum age requirement for police officers for Robert J. Butts, III","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized to appoint Robert J. Butts, III a police officer in said city, notwithstanding the maximum age requirement. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3763","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":791249,"bill_number":"H3768","title":"Authorizing the town of Canton to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3717). September 24, 2015.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791255,"bill_number":"S2015","title":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","description":"Text of the Senate Bill further regulating the clearing of title to certain foreclosed properties (Senate, No. 2015) (being the text of Senate, No. 1981, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2015","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791262,"bill_number":"H3762","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to lease a certain parcel of land in the town of Southborough","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to lease a certain parcel of land in the town of Southborough","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 27 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3762","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":791299,"bill_number":"S2021","title":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 2021) (being the text of Senate, No. 2014, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 64 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2021","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791304,"bill_number":"S2018","title":"Relative to the interest rate on tax-deferred property","description":"For legislation relative to the interest rate on tax-deferred property,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2018).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2018","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":791310,"bill_number":"S2020","title":"Relative to substance use prevention","description":"Relative to substance use prevention” (Senate, No. 2020) [Estimated cost: $1,200,000] (Senator Keenan dissenting)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-10-01","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #173 [YEAS 38 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2020","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":791316,"bill_number":"S2019","title":"Relative to the Thomas P. Kennedy spinal cord injury trust fund","description":"Relative to the spinal cord injury trust fund (Senate, No. 2019) (being the text of Senate, No. 1972, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2019","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791707,"bill_number":"H3774","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House Bill making appropriations for the Fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. September 28, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3774","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":791711,"bill_number":"H3777","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of the surviving beneficiary of Francis X. Noe","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3376). September 28, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 444 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3777","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791717,"bill_number":"H3778","title":"Validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Dudley","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Dudley.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 291 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3778","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":791722,"bill_number":"H3773","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3785","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3773","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":791728,"bill_number":"H3775","title":"Establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise","description":"Relative to establishing a local option gasoline and diesel fuel excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3775","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":791737,"bill_number":"H3772","title":"Establishing a State Workforce Development Board","description":"Establishing a State Workforce Development Board","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3772","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":791743,"bill_number":"H3776","title":"Relative to adjudicatory proceedings involving gas and electric companies","description":"Relative to adjudicatory proceedings involving gas and electric companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4177","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3776","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":791913,"bill_number":"H3783","title":"Authorizing the town of Montague to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Montague be authorized to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on premises . Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3783","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":791914,"bill_number":"H3784","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Shirley","description":"That the town of Shirley be authorized to conduct recall elections. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 111 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3784","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":791999,"bill_number":"S1999","title":"Relative to segregated reserve funds in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to segregated reserve funds in the city of Boston. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 166 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1999","sponsor":"Anthony Petruccelli"},
{"bill_id":792000,"bill_number":"H3795","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Barnstable as the Louis Karras memorial bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain overpass in the town of Barnstable as the Louis Karras overpass. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3795/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3795","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":792001,"bill_number":"H3791","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shannon Griffin, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shannon Griffin, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 117 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3791/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3791","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":792003,"bill_number":"H3788","title":"Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecution for sexual assault and rape of a child by certain employees or contractors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3788/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3788","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":792004,"bill_number":"H3787","title":"Relative to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child","description":"Relative to the age of consent in certain civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child by certain employees or contractors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3787/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3787","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":792005,"bill_number":"H3786","title":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by a housing authority","description":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by a housing authority","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-01","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3786","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792006,"bill_number":"H3790","title":"Relative to identity theft and the privacy of death certificates","description":"Relative to the privacy of death certificates. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4242","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3790/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3790","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":792008,"bill_number":"H3793","title":"Relative to proactively protecting automotive drivers","description":"For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to voluntarily issue driver's licenses and special identification card designations to persons with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-08-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3793/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3793","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":792009,"bill_number":"H3789","title":"Authorizing the town of Lakeville to convey certain property to the city of Taunton","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Lakeville to convey certain parcels of land to the city of Taunton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 32 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3789/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3789","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":792010,"bill_number":"H3792","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the town of Acton in exchange for other real property","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jennifer E. Benson and James B. Eldridge that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Acton for general municipal purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 96 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3792/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3792","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":792011,"bill_number":"H3794","title":"Designating a certain overpass in the city of Fall River as the Patrolman Edward Joaquin memorial overpass","description":"For legislation to designate a certain overpass in the city of Fall River as the Patrolman Edward Joaquin memorial overpass. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 35 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3794/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3794","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":792098,"bill_number":"H3785","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"House bill No. 3773, as changed by the","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Reported (in part) by S2025","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792121,"bill_number":"S2025","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Ms. Spilka for the committee on Ways and Means, on House, No. 3785, reported, in part, a \"Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects\" (Senate, No. 2025).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-10-08","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #181 [YEAS 31 - NAYS 1]","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2025","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":792122,"bill_number":"S2024","title":"Relative to the addresses of time-share owners","description":"For legislation relative to the addresses of time-share owners. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2383","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2024","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":792123,"bill_number":"S2027","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cheryl A. Cole, an employee of the office of Medicaid","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Cheryl A. Cole, an employee of the office of Medicaid. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2027","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":792124,"bill_number":"S2022","title":"Relative to substance use prevention","description":"Relative to substance use prevention (Senate, No. 2022) (being the text of Senate, No. 2020, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-05","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2022","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792125,"bill_number":"S2023","title":"Relative to private construction contracts.","description":"For legislation relative to private construction contracts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2023).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-10-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2023","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":792126,"bill_number":"S2026","title":"Relative to justice for rape victims","description":"For legislation relative to justice for rape victims. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2204","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2026","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":792228,"bill_number":"S1959","title":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents","description":"For legislation relative to tax abatements for deaf residents,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1959).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-07-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2282","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1959","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792334,"bill_number":"S2028","title":"Relative to the Gardner District Court","description":"For legislation relative to the Gardner District Court,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2028).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2028","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":792335,"bill_number":"H3208","title":"A Special Committee on the Children of Incarcerated Mothers","description":"By Representatives Khan of Newton and Story of Amherst, a petition of Kay Khan, Ellen Story and others for the appointment of a special committee of the House for the purpose of making an investigation and study of the children of incarcerated mothers in the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Order reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3208","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":792336,"bill_number":"H3797","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3806","last_action_date":"2015-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3797/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3797","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":792338,"bill_number":"H3796","title":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to issue five above quota annual all-alcohol restaurant licenses","description":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to issue five above quota annual all-alcohol restaurant licenses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-07","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4042","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3796/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3796","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":792422,"bill_number":"H3798","title":"Relative to the trafficking of fentanyl","description":"House bill No. 3755, as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. October 7, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 136 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3798/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3798","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792423,"bill_number":"H3800","title":"Relative to the Canoe River aquifer advisory committee","description":"Relative to the Canoe River aquifer advisory committee. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 112 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3800/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3800","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":792424,"bill_number":"H3801","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Harwich as the United States Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade Ralph Wallace Burns Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Harwich as the U.S. Navy Lt. Jr. Ralph Wallace Burns memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 123 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3801/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3801","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":792426,"bill_number":"H3803","title":"Relative to a quorum in the town of Rochester","description":"For legislation to validate certain actions taken at the annual town meeting held in the town of Rochester. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4606","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3803/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3803","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":792427,"bill_number":"H3780","title":"Enhancing the volunteer service tax reduction for seniors","description":"Enhancing the volunteer service tax reduction for seniors","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3780","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792428,"bill_number":"H3782","title":"Relative to the sales tax of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the sales tax of motor vehicles","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3782","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792429,"bill_number":"H3779","title":"Relative to broadened eligibility for relief from disproportionate property tax burdens","description":"Relative to broadened eligibility for relief from disproportionate property tax burdens","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3779","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792431,"bill_number":"H3781","title":"Relative to reducing tax burden on property owners","description":"Relative to reducing tax burden on property owners","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3781","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":792432,"bill_number":"H3802","title":"Authorizing the town of Bedford to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill authorizing the town of Bedford to grant additional licenses (House, No. 3712). October 8, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 84 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3802/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3802","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":792433,"bill_number":"H3799","title":"To prevent concussion and head injury","description":"Relative to head gear for student who participate in soccer contests. Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-03-30","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3799/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3799","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":792512,"bill_number":"S2030","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Text of the Senate Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (Senate, No. 2030) (being the text of Senate, No. 2025, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-08","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2030","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792740,"bill_number":"H3804","title":"To improving and expanding educational opportunity.","description":"Relative to improving and expanding educational opportunity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4619","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3804/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3804","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792743,"bill_number":"H3808","title":"Designating a certain traffic island in the town of Hingham as The Frank Massa Memorial Island","description":"For legislation to designate a certain traffic island in the town of Hingham as the Frank Massa memorial island. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 86 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3808/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3808","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":792746,"bill_number":"H3805","title":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","description":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3809","last_action_date":"2015-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3805/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3805","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":792752,"bill_number":"S2029","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"Relative to the re-homing of children (Senate, No. 75),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2029).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2043","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2029","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":792755,"bill_number":"H3806","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-10-14","last_action":"House NON-concurred in the Senate amendment","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3806/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3806","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":792759,"bill_number":"S2031","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-01","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2118","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2031","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":792762,"bill_number":"H3807","title":"Amending Section 1 of Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2005","description":"Relative to the transfer of a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises in the city known as the town of Greenfield. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3807/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3807","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":792817,"bill_number":"S2032","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2032).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-15","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2093","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2032","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":792874,"bill_number":"H3809","title":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","description":"Clearing titles to foreclosed properties","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-14","last_action":"H3805, published as amended","last_action_date":"2015-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3809/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3809","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792876,"bill_number":"H3810","title":"Relative to motor vehicle repair notification","description":"Relative to motor vehicle warranties. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4578","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3810/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3810","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":792878,"bill_number":"H3812","title":"Promoting job training in the commonwealth","description":"Promoting job training in the commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3812/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3812","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":792880,"bill_number":"H3814","title":"To permitting the issuance of REAL ID-compliant licenses and identification cards","description":"Relative to to Permit the Issuance of REAL ID-Compliant Licenses and Identification Cards.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-10-15","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3814/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3814","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":792882,"bill_number":"S2033","title":"Relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits","description":"Relative to fairness in worker’s compensation disfigurement benefits (Senate, No. 968) [also based on House, No. 1707],-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2033).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-10-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2033","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":792884,"bill_number":"H3813","title":"Protecting wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card","description":"Protecting wages of employees who receive wages through an electronic wage card","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3813/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3813","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":792886,"bill_number":"H3811","title":"Regulating oxycontin prescriptions for minors","description":"For legislation to regulate the dispensing or distribution of medications containing oxycontin to persons under the age of seventeen. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4272","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3811/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3811","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":792915,"bill_number":"S2034","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"For legislation relative to employees social media privacy protection,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2034).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-19","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2054","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2034","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":792973,"bill_number":"S2036","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the town of Webster as the Webster/Dudley Public Safety Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the town of Webster as the Webster/Dudley Public Safety Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-08-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2036","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":792976,"bill_number":"S2035","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Roger Sweeney, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Roger Sweeney, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2017),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Roger Sweeney, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2035).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 34 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2035","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":795590,"bill_number":"H3815","title":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to amend Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012","description":"Authorizing the town of Sudbury to amend Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-21","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3890","last_action_date":"2015-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3815/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3815","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":795674,"bill_number":"S2009","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kenneth Bascomb, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to establish a sick leave bank for Kenneth Bascomb, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction (Senate, No. 1977),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Kenneth Bascomb, an employee of the Department of Correction” (Senate, No. 2009).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 116 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2009","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":795677,"bill_number":"H3817","title":"Relative to substance use treatment, education, and prevention","description":"Relative to substance use treatment, education and prevention.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H3926","last_action_date":"2015-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3817/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3817","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":795680,"bill_number":"H3816","title":"Authorizing the appointment of Eileen O’Connor Bernal to the position of chief of staff to the mayor of the city of Lawrence","description":"That the city of Lawrence be authorized to appoint Eileen O’Connor Bernal to the position of chief of staff to the mayor of the city of Lawrence. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-10-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-10-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3816/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3816","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":795683,"bill_number":"S2037","title":"Establishing a department of public works in the town of Plainville","description":"For legislation to establish a department of public works in the town of Plainville,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2037).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2037","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":795755,"bill_number":"H3819","title":"Authorizing the town of North Reading to convey certain park land","description":"That the town of North Reading be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town for general municipal purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3819/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3819","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":795761,"bill_number":"H3818","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to lease certain land","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to enter into an agreement with Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club for the operation of a community rowing and boating center at North Riverfront Park . Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 201 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3818/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3818","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":795765,"bill_number":"S2038","title":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Lynn to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 152 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2038","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":795768,"bill_number":"H3820","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jane Mihalich, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jane Mihalich, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-14","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3852","last_action_date":"2015-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3820/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3820","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":795771,"bill_number":"H3821","title":"Establishing the Olmsted Park improvement fund","description":"Establishing the Olmsted Park improvement fund","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4023","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3821/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3821","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":796354,"bill_number":"H3832","title":"To amend Section 9 of Chapter 115 of the General Laws","description":"Relative the cost paid by the Commonwealth for Memorial Day flags placed on veterans' graves. Veterans and Federal Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4084","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3832/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3832","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":796355,"bill_number":"H3822","title":"Relative to free fishing licenses","description":"By Ms. Farley-Bouvier of Pittsfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tricia Farley-Bouvier that persons with traumatic brain injuries or neurological impairments be exempt from sporting, hunting, fishing or trapping license fees. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-08-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3822/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3822","sponsor":"Tricia Farley-Bouvier"},
{"bill_id":796356,"bill_number":"S2041","title":"Authorizing the merger of the Annawon Council, Inc., Boy Scouts of America into the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America","description":"For legislation to authorize the merger of the Annawon Council, Inc. and the Boy Scouts of America into the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2041).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2041/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2041","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":796357,"bill_number":"H3831","title":"Establishing a community enhancement fee stabilization fund in the city of Everett","description":"That the city of Everett be authorized to establish a community enhancement fee stabilization fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 82 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3831/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3831","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":796358,"bill_number":"H3824","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":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3824/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3824","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":796359,"bill_number":"H3826","title":"Updating interest rates for property tax abatements","description":"Relative to the rate of interest applied to judgements for tax abatements on personal property. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3826/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3826","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":796360,"bill_number":"H3823","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Eric Burton, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Eric Burton, an employee of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 51 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3823/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3823","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":796361,"bill_number":"S2042","title":"Relative to the Gloucester Fisheries Commission","description":"For legislation relative to the Gloucester Fisheries Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-10-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2042","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":796362,"bill_number":"S2040","title":"Resolve relative to studying the impacts of changing the Massachusetts time zone","description":"For legislation relative to studying the impacts of changing the Massachusetts time zone. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-21","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2239","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2040","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":796363,"bill_number":"H3838","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain item and certain sections and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3829). November 2, 2015","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his disapproval of a certain item and certain sections and also with recommendation of amendment of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3829). November 2, 2015","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-04","last_action":"See H3829","last_action_date":"2015-11-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3838/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3838","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796364,"bill_number":"H3829","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2015-11-02","last_action":"Sections returned with veto (see section 2, item 4000-0600; and sections 17 and 46) referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3829/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3829","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":796365,"bill_number":"S2039","title":"Non-transferable licenses","description":"Non-transferable licenses","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-02","last_action":"See H3695","last_action_date":"2015-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2039","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":796366,"bill_number":"H3834","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Lynnfield","description":"That the town of Lynnfield be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town for recreational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 148 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3834/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3834","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":796367,"bill_number":"H3833","title":"Providing for a study relative to the necessity of certain snow safety procedures","description":"Relative to rooftop snowfall and fire hydrant accessibility. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3833/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3833","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":796368,"bill_number":"H3827","title":"Petitioning the great and general court relative to the retirement benefits of police officer Michael Marchese (Ret.)","description":"That the city of Everett be authorized to retire Michael Marchese at a rate of compensation which would have been paid had he continued in service as an Everett police officer. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3827/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3827","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":796369,"bill_number":"H3830","title":"Relative to the Commonwealth’s right to appeal bail decisions","description":"For legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to file appeals of bail decisions. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3830/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3830","sponsor":"Angelo Puppolo"},
{"bill_id":796370,"bill_number":"H3828","title":"Authorizing the city of Everett to establish a linkage fee revolving fund","description":"That the city of Everett be authorized to establish a linkage fee revolving fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-29","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4754","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3828/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3828","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":796371,"bill_number":"S2043","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"Relative to the re-homing of children (Senate, No. 75)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #197 [YEAS 37 to NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2043","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":796372,"bill_number":"H3825","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for John G. Flores","description":"Relative to retirement benefits for John G. Flores. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3825/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3825","sponsor":"John Lawn"},
{"bill_id":796494,"bill_number":"H3837","title":"Relative to applications for waivers of the patient protection and affordable care act","description":"Section 77 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3829), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 3838). November 2, 2015.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-04","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3837/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3837","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796496,"bill_number":"H3839","title":"Relative to dual membership in retirement systems","description":"Relative to dual membership in retirement systems","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3839/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3839","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":796499,"bill_number":"H3836","title":"Relative to the safety and well-being of children in the custody of the department of children and families","description":"Section 63 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3829), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 3838). November 2, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3836/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3836","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796501,"bill_number":"H3835","title":"Relative to reimbursement of certain costs regarding underground storage tanks and systems","description":"Section 10 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2015 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (see House, No. 3829), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment C of House, No. 3838). November 2, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 137 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3835/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3835","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796564,"bill_number":"S2049","title":"Authorizing the town of Lakeville to convey certain property to the city of Taunton","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Lakeville to convey certain property to the city of Taunton. [COMMITTEE].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-08","last_action":"Accompanied H3789","last_action_date":"2015-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2049","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":796773,"bill_number":"S2046","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement benefits of state police dispatchers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2046).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2046","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":796774,"bill_number":"H3844","title":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Grafton for the Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Grafton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3973","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3844/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3844","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":796775,"bill_number":"H3843","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jamie Johnson, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jamie Johnson, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3843/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3843","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796776,"bill_number":"S2048","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth (Senate, No. 2013),-- reports, in part, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2048).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #212 [YEAS 32 - NAYS 6]","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2048","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":796777,"bill_number":"S2045","title":"Relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement of University of Massachusetts police,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2045).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2045","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":796778,"bill_number":"S2050","title":"Relative to the re-homing of children","description":"Relative to the re-homing of children (Senate, No. 75 and Senate, No. 2029) (being the text of Senate, No. 2043, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2050","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796779,"bill_number":"H3841","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill establishing a public art commission (see House, No. 3667). November 5, 2015","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill establishing a public art commission (see House, No. 3667). November 5, 2015","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"See H3667","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3841/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3841","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":796780,"bill_number":"H3842","title":"Relative to grandparent visitation rights","description":"Relative to the visitation rights of grandparents. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3842/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3842","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":796781,"bill_number":"S2044","title":"Resolve establishing a special legislative commission on young professionals","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Resolve establishing a special legislative commission on young professionals (Senate, No. 1971),- reports, that the matter be placed on the Orders of the Day, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2044).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2044","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":796782,"bill_number":"H3840","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lucia R. Dias, an employee of the Department of Bristol County Sheriff’s Office","description":"Relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Lucia R. Dias, an employee of the Bristol County House of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 161 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3840/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3840","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":796783,"bill_number":"S1995","title":"Relative to constables in the town of Middleborough","description":"Relative to the appointment of constables in the town of Middleborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1995","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":796843,"bill_number":"S2047","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote quality physical education (Senate, No. 1976),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2047).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #202 [YEAS 37 - NAYS 2]","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2047","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":796848,"bill_number":"S2051","title":"Authorizing the town of Milton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises of a certain restaurant","description":"Substituted as a new draft (Senator Joyce) for the Senate Bill authorizing the town of Milton to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises of a certain restaurant (Senate, No. 1991)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 97 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2051","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":796851,"bill_number":"H3845","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Joseph LoConte, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Joseph LoConte, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3845/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3845","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":797108,"bill_number":"S1968","title":"Further regulating the Community Events Fund in the town of Wareham","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Article LVI, as amended by Article XC, Section 3 of the Amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill further regulating the Community Events Fund in the town of Wareham (see Senate, No. 1099)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-15","last_action":"See S1099","last_action_date":"2015-07-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797109,"bill_number":"S2053","title":"Supporting military leave","description":"Relative for military leave for training purposes (Senate, No. 1019),-- reports, in part, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act supporting military leave” (Senate, No. 2053)","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-12","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2053","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":797110,"bill_number":"S2054","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media privacy protection (Senate, No. 2034),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2054)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #203 [YEAS 39 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2054","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":797111,"bill_number":"S2055","title":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to grant eight additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the city of Easthampton to grant eight 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":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-16","last_action":"New draft (Humason) substituted, see S2284","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2055","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":797112,"bill_number":"H3846","title":"Relative to streamlined low-voltage alarm system installation and permitting","description":"Relative to low-voltage electrical or alarm system contracting permitted by local enforcement agencies. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4129","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3846/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3846","sponsor":"Robert Fennell"},
{"bill_id":797113,"bill_number":"S2052","title":"Establishing the paint stewardship program","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing the Massachusetts paint stewardship program (Senate, No. 408),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled \"An Act establishing the paint stewardship program.\" (Senate, No. 2052).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #215 [YEAS 25 - NAYS 11]","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2052","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":797114,"bill_number":"H3847","title":"To clarify section 9A1/2 of chapter 32B","description":"Relative to healthcare premiums of certain retired public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-12","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3847/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3847","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":797115,"bill_number":"H3848","title":"To comply with the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act","description":"Relative to to comply with the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act. November 10, 2015","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3848/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3848","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797143,"bill_number":"H3852","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jane Mihalich, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3852). November 16, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3852/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3852","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":797144,"bill_number":"H3853","title":"Relative to the form of representative town government in the town of North Attleborough","description":"Relative to the form of representative town government in the town of North Attleborough. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3853/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3853","sponsor":"Elizabeth Poirier"},
{"bill_id":797145,"bill_number":"H3850","title":"The issuance of a precept for a special election to fill the vacancy in the Third Worcester Representative District that will be created by the resignation of Mr. DiNatale of Fitchburg on January 3, 2016.","description":"The issuance of a precept for a special election to fill the vacancy in the Third Worcester Representative District that will be created by the resignation of Mr. DiNatale of Fitchburg on January 3, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-12","last_action":"Motion to reconsider negatived","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3850/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3850","sponsor":"Robert DeLeo"},
{"bill_id":797146,"bill_number":"H3851","title":"Granting the city of Somerville the authority to require the adoption of institutional master plans subject to the review and approval by the municipality","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to impose municipal reviews on institutional master plans of certain institutional facilities. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3851/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3851","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":797436,"bill_number":"H3857","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the Senate bill providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. November 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-11-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3857/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3857","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":797437,"bill_number":"H3855","title":"Authorizing the town of Hull to issue certain bonds for terms of 30 years.","description":"Relative to certain bonds issued by the town of Hull. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 55 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3855/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3855","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":797438,"bill_number":"H3856","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill to improve public records","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. November 17, 2015.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2015-11-17","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3856/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3856","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":797439,"bill_number":"H3859","title":"Authorizing the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to employ Albert B. Beardsley as interim fire chief","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea to employ Albert B. Beardsley as fire chief.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3859/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3859","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797440,"bill_number":"H3854","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-17","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S1979","last_action_date":"2015-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3854/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3854","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":797846,"bill_number":"S2061","title":"To promote quality physical education","description":"To promote quality physical education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2061","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797847,"bill_number":"H3862","title":"Further regulating certain record keeping at the Registries of Deeds","description":"Further regulating certain record keeping at the Registries of Deeds","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 404 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3862/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3862","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":797848,"bill_number":"S2058","title":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","description":"Providing for the establishment of a comprehensive adaptation management plan in response to climate change","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"See S1979","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2058","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":797850,"bill_number":"H3863","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Vitt, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Vitt, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3902","last_action_date":"2015-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3863/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3863","sponsor":"Steven Ultrino"},
{"bill_id":797852,"bill_number":"H3858","title":"To improve public records","description":"To improve public records","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Reported by H4333","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3858/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3858","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":797853,"bill_number":"H3860","title":"Authorizing the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping","description":"Authorizing the city of Lawrence to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 129 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3860/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3860","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":797855,"bill_number":"S2057","title":"Foreclosed properties -- clearing titles","description":"Foreclosed properties -- clearing titles","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"See S2015","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2057","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":797856,"bill_number":"S2063","title":"Relative to social media privacy protection","description":"Relative to social media privacy protection (Senate, No. 2063) (being the text of Senate, No. 2054, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2063","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797858,"bill_number":"S2065","title":"Relative to Community Benefit Districts","description":"For legislation to establish community benefit districts ; and of Brendan P. Crighton and others relative to the establishment of community benefit districts in cities and towns,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2065).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2065","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":797860,"bill_number":"S2056","title":"Concerning the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the City of Revere","description":"For legislation relative to the conveyance of certain parcels of land in the City of Revere,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2056).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2353","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2056","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":797863,"bill_number":"S2064","title":"Regulating notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments","description":"Regulating notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 289 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797865,"bill_number":"S2059","title":"Chang-Diaz further amendment (Representative Board Membership)","description":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Chang-Diaz) to the House Bill establishing a State Workforce Development Board (House, No. 3772).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"See H3570","last_action_date":"2015-11-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2059","sponsor":"Sonia Chang-Diaz"},
{"bill_id":797866,"bill_number":"S2062","title":"Relative to healthy youth","description":"Relative to healthy youth (Senate, No. 2062) (being the text of Senate, No. 2048, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-11-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2062","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":797867,"bill_number":"S2060","title":"Relative to State Police Station C-3","description":"For legislation relative to State Police Station C-3. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2154","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2060","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":797986,"bill_number":"S2070","title":"Regulating central service technicians","description":"For legislation to regulate central service technicians,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2070).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2070","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":797987,"bill_number":"H3866","title":"Authorizing the city of Leominster to pay a certain unpaid bill","description":"That the city of Leominster be authorized to pay a certain unpaid bill. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3866/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3866","sponsor":"Dennis Rosa"},
{"bill_id":797988,"bill_number":"H3873","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alimatu Lamptey, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alimatu Lamptey, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2015-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3873/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3873","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":797990,"bill_number":"H3869","title":"To establish a lupus erythematosus study and registry","description":"To establish a lupus erythematosus study and registry","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3869/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3869","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":797991,"bill_number":"S2071","title":"Joyce further amendment (Corrective Amendment)","description":"Senate, Wednesday, November 25, 2015 -- Text of the further Senate amendment (Senator Joyce) to the House Bill authorizing the town of Stoughton to grant 6 licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises (House, No. 3695).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"See H3695","last_action_date":"2015-11-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2071","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":797992,"bill_number":"H3868","title":"Authorizing the town of Framingham to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires","description":"That the town of Framingham be authorized to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3868/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3868","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":797994,"bill_number":"S2069","title":"Further regulating the enforcement of illegal hunting practices","description":"For legislation to enhance the enforcement of illegal hunting practices,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2069).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2069","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":797996,"bill_number":"H3874","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nicole Medina, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nicole Medina, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 85 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3874/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3874","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":797997,"bill_number":"S2072","title":"Authorizing one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and one additional license for the sale of an all alcoholic beverages to be drunk off the premises in the town of West Bridgewater","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of West Bridgewater to grant 2 additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2292","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2072","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":797998,"bill_number":"H3870","title":"To increase access to immunizations","description":"To increase access to immunizations","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3895","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3870/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3870","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":797999,"bill_number":"H3867","title":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by a housing authority within the city of Cambridge","description":"Relative to the tax status of certain land owned by a housing authority within the city of Cambridge. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 162 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3867/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3867","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":798001,"bill_number":"H3871","title":"Relative to diabetes prevention","description":"Relative to diabetes prevention","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3871/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3871","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":798002,"bill_number":"H3872","title":"Authorizing the town of Walpole to grant 5 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Walpole be authorized to issue five licenses 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":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 180 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3872/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3872","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":798003,"bill_number":"H3864","title":"Authorizing the city of Fitchburg to use ImageCast precinct tabulators at a special State Primary","description":"That the city of Fitchburg be authorized to use the new image cast vote tabulators at the special state primary to fill the vacancy in the office of state representative. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 49 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3864/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3864","sponsor":"Stephen DiNatale"},
{"bill_id":798004,"bill_number":"H3865","title":"Providing for the appointment of a superintendent of streets in the town of Hardwick","description":"That the town of Hardwick be authorized to appoint a superintendent of streets for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 21 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3865/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3865","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":798197,"bill_number":"H3875","title":"Further regulating the appointment and removal of certain personnel in Dartmouth Fire District Number Two","description":"Relative to the appointment of a fire chief in Dartmouth fire district No. 2 . Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 69 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3875/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3875","sponsor":"Christopher Markey"},
{"bill_id":798217,"bill_number":"H3877","title":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","description":"Relative to supplemental infrastructure financing for transportation. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4094","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3877/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3877","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":798228,"bill_number":"H3861","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4024","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3861/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3861","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":798240,"bill_number":"H3878","title":"Relative to firefighters in the town of Concord","description":"Relative to residency requirements of firefighters in the town of Concord. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 344 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3878/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3878","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":798251,"bill_number":"H3876","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Hershowitz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Hershowitz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3876/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3876","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":798262,"bill_number":"H3879","title":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists","description":"Providing for provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3879/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3879","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":798595,"bill_number":"H3881","title":"Relative to the creation of a renewable energy fund in the town of Dedham","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to create a renewable energy fund for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 198 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3881/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3881","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":798681,"bill_number":"H3880","title":"Authorizing the town of Shrewsbury to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises.","description":"That the town of Shrewsbury 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":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 56 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3880/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3880","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":798850,"bill_number":"H3882","title":"Relative to the Robin Reyes Capital Stabilization Fund in the town of Dedham","description":"That the town of Dedham be authorized to deposit receipts from the local meals excise to the Robin Reyes Major Capital Facilities Stabilization Fund. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4217","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3882/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3882","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":799002,"bill_number":"H3886","title":"Authorizing the town of Natick to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires","description":"That the town of Natick be authorized to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4324","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3886/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3886","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":799011,"bill_number":"H3887","title":"Relative to the Wilmington Wildcat Community Service Program","description":"Relative to the implementation of the Wilmington Wildcat Community Service Program. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-10-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3887/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3887","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":799016,"bill_number":"H3890","title":"Extending a certain property tax exemption for seniors in the town of Sudbury","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill authorizing the town of Sudbury to amend Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2012 (House, No. 3815). December 7, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 10 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3890/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3890","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":799023,"bill_number":"H3885","title":"Relative to special police officers in the city of Newton","description":"That the city of Newton be authorized to appoint retired police officers as special police officers notwithstanding the maximum age restrictions. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 266 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3885/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3885","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":799029,"bill_number":"H3888","title":"Establishing the rank of first lieutenant of the state police","description":"For legislation to establish the rank of first lieutenant of the state police. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3888/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3888","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":799033,"bill_number":"H3883","title":"Providing for a selectmen – town manager form of government in the town of Wellesley","description":"Relative to a selectman-town manager form of government in the town of Wellesley. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 20 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3883/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3883","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":799040,"bill_number":"H3889","title":"Creating the state guarantee fund for default on public construction surety bond payments","description":"For legislation to establish the public construction surety bond state guarantee fund. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-30","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3889/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3889","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":799043,"bill_number":"H3884","title":"Authorizing the town of Acton to grant 16 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":"That the town of Acton be authorized to grant sixteen additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and six additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4185","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3884/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3884","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":799250,"bill_number":"H3891","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant one additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises and establishing and economic development fund","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 252 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3891/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3891","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":799274,"bill_number":"H3893","title":"Relative to the town manager in the town of Tewksbury","description":"That the town manager in the town of Tewksbury be authorized to live within a fifty mile radius of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-08-08","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3893/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3893","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":799300,"bill_number":"H3894","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to establish the Salem Harbor Port Authority","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to establish the Salem harbor port authority. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4479","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3894/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3894","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":799349,"bill_number":"H3892","title":"Authorizing the Nantucket Islands Land Bank to convey certain parcels of land held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the town of Nantucket for open space, recreational or conservation purposes","description":"By Representative Madden of Nantucket and Senator Wolf, a joint petition of Timothy R. Madden (by vote of the town) that the Nantucket Islands Land Bank be authorized to convey certain land to the town of Nantucket for open space, recreational or conservation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 191 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3892/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3892","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":799375,"bill_number":"S2066","title":"Authorizing the board of selectmen of Hardwick to appoint the superintendent of streets","description":"For legislation to authorize the appointment of a superintendent of streets in the town of Hardwick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied H3865","last_action_date":"2015-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2066","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":799401,"bill_number":"S2073","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Albany, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Albany, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Message read and placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2073","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":799607,"bill_number":"S2075","title":"Authorizing the town of Raynham 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 Raynham 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":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 166 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2016-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2075","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":799662,"bill_number":"S2076","title":"Establishing a dental hygiene practitioner level of practice","description":"For legislation to establish an advanced dental hygiene practitioner level of practice; and of William Smitty Pignatelli and others relative to the occupation of advanced dental hygiene practitioner,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2076).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2076","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":800630,"bill_number":"H3896","title":"Authorizing the town of Westborough to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Westborough be authorized 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":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 181 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3896/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3896","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":800634,"bill_number":"H3897","title":"Expanding opportunity to officiate marriage ceremonies","description":"Relative to persons authorized to perform marriage ceremonies. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3897/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3897","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":800637,"bill_number":"H3899","title":"Relative to the retirement classification of state inspectors","description":"Relative to the retirement classification of state inspectors. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3899/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3899","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":800642,"bill_number":"H3901","title":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","description":"Relative to the earned income tax credit. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-27","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4237","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3901/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3901","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":800647,"bill_number":"S2074","title":"Providing for further protection from pertussis","description":"Relative to protecting against the transmission of pertussis (Senate, No. 1993),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2074). [Fiscal Note: less than 100,000]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2074","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":800651,"bill_number":"S2077","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jared Forgues, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jared Forgues, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2084","last_action_date":"2015-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2077","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":800656,"bill_number":"H3895","title":"Increasing access to immunizations","description":"Increasing access to immunizations","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 234 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3895/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3895","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":800661,"bill_number":"H3900","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Janaina Euriques, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Janaina Euriques, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3900/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3900","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":800669,"bill_number":"H3898","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention","description":"By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James M. Cantwell and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-09","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4128","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3898/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3898","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":800672,"bill_number":"H3902","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Fitzgibbon, an employee of the trial court","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Vitt, an employee of the Trial Court (House, No. 3902). December 14, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 16 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3902/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3902","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":801148,"bill_number":"H3903","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":"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","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3903/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3903","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":801150,"bill_number":"S2080","title":"Providing for distinctive registration plates for certain veterans who participated in the testing of atomic weapons","description":"For legislation to provide distinctive registration plates for certain veterans who participated in the testing of atomic weapons. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2387","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2080","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":801152,"bill_number":"H3904","title":"Relative to restoration to service","description":"Relative to the restoration to service for certain retirees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-12-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3904/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3904","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":801154,"bill_number":"S2079","title":"Regulations governing retirement of public employees","description":"Communication from the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under the provisions of Section 50 of Chapter 7 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to the rules and regulations governing retirement of public employees(840 CMR 10.00) (Senate, No. 2079) . Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Report accepted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2079","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801156,"bill_number":"S2078","title":"Regulations governing retirement board elections","description":"Communication from the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under the provisions of Section 50 of Chapter 7 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to the rules and regulations governing retirement board elections (840 CMR 7.00) (Senate, No. 2078). Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Report accepted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2078/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2078","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801479,"bill_number":"H3908","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"Relative to modernizing municipal finance and government [for message, see House, No. 3905] as relates to sections 31 through 35, 42 through 47, 56, 95, 101 through 183, 221, 242 through 249. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4032","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3908/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3908","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801483,"bill_number":"H3905","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor recommending legislation to modernize municipal finance and government (House, No. 3905).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2015-12-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3905/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3905","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801487,"bill_number":"H3910","title":"Relative to modernize municipal finance and government","description":"Relative to modernizing municipal finance and government [for message, see House, No. 3905] as relates to Sections 184 through 200. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4275","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3910/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3910","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801492,"bill_number":"H3906","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"Relative to modernizing municipal finance and government [for message, see House, No. 3905] as relates to sections 15 through 30, 36 through 41, 48 through 55, 57 through 79, 81 through 94, 96 through 100, 201 through 220, 232 through 240. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4331","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3906/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3906","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801496,"bill_number":"H3907","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"Relative to modernizing municipal finance and government [for message, see House, No. 3905] as relates to sections 13, 14, 230, 231 and 241. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4207","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3907/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3907","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801500,"bill_number":"H3909","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"Relative to modernizing municipal finance and government [for message, see House, No. 3905] as relates to sections 1 through 12, 80, 222 through 229. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4226","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3909/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3909","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801708,"bill_number":"H3918","title":"Validating the actions taken at a certain town meeting held in the town of Rochester","description":"Relativerelative to a town meeting held in the town of Rochester.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 100 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3918/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3918","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":801709,"bill_number":"H3911","title":"Authorizing the disclosure of medical information to certain designated caregivers","description":"Authorizing the disclosure of medical information to certain designated caregivers","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 332 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3911/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3911","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":801710,"bill_number":"H3917","title":"Relative to Gold Star Family motor vehicle registration eligibility","description":"Relative to Gold Star Family motor vehicle registration eligibility. Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3917/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3917","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":801711,"bill_number":"H3915","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Angela Cappellucci, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Angela Cappellucci, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-01","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3915/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3915","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":801712,"bill_number":"H3916","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ronald Brace, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ronald Brace, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3916/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3916","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":801713,"bill_number":"H3914","title":"Relative to denying firearms and explosives to suspected terrorists","description":"Relative to issuing licenses to carry firearms to persons named on the consolidated terrorist watchlist maintained by the Terrorist Screening Center. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4611","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3914/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3914","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":801714,"bill_number":"H3913","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Missett Browning, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Elizabeth Missett Browning, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 17 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3913/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3913","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":801715,"bill_number":"H3912","title":"Relative to a special commission to study condominium law","description":"Relative to the condominium laws. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3912/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3912","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":801903,"bill_number":"H3920","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Accompanied S2081","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3920/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3920","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":801909,"bill_number":"H3919","title":"To preserve the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans","description":"To preserve the competitiveness of group auto insurance plans","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3922","last_action_date":"2015-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3919/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3919","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":801951,"bill_number":"H3921","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Brian Sheehan, an employee of the Middlesex County Sheriff's Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Brian Sheehan, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff's Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 81 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3921/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3921","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":802261,"bill_number":"S2082","title":"Further regulating the designation of certain state entities","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill amending chapter 486 of the acts of 2014 (Senate, No. 1952),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled \"An Act further regulating the designation of certain state entities\" (Senate, No. 2082).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2015-12-28","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2083","last_action_date":"2015-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2082","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":802262,"bill_number":"S2083","title":"Further regulating the designation of certain state entities","description":"Further regulating the designation of certain state entities","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 39 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2083","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":802263,"bill_number":"H3923","title":"Relative to fair wages","description":"Relative to the wages of certain covered commercial service employees at Logan International Airport. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-30","last_action":"Accompanied S2125","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3923/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3923","sponsor":"Adrian Madaro"},
{"bill_id":802264,"bill_number":"H3922","title":"Relative to group marketing plans","description":"Relative to group marketing plans","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2015-12-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 164 of the Acts of 2015","last_action_date":"2015-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3922","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":802589,"bill_number":"H3925","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Stevens, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Stevens, an employee of the Department of Housing and Community Development. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-12-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3925/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3925","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":802590,"bill_number":"H3926","title":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","description":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-12-30","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H3944","last_action_date":"2016-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3926/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3926","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"},
{"bill_id":802591,"bill_number":"S2067","title":"Authorizing the town of Charlton to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel","description":"By Ms. Gobi, a petition of Anne M. Gobi, Peter J. Durant and Paul K. Frost (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Charlton to impose an additional excise tax on gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2067","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":802592,"bill_number":"S2084","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jared Forgues, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Jared Forgues, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2077),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2084).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-02-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 38 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-02-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2084","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":802593,"bill_number":"S2068","title":"Relative to certain charges and fees in the town of Charlton","description":"By Ms. Gobi, a petition of Anne M. Gobi, Peter J. Durant and Paul K. Frost (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Charlton to impose municipal liens for certain outstanding water bills. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 285 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2068","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":808322,"bill_number":"S2086","title":"Authorizing the town of Westport to indemnify the payment of certain medical expenses for a certain retired firefighter","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Westport to indemnify for the payment of certain medical expenses for a retired firefighter. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 258 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2086","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":808367,"bill_number":"S2085","title":"Authorizing the town of Becket to establish a parks and recreation committee","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Becket to establish a parks and recreation committee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading new draft substituted, see S2224","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2085","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":808457,"bill_number":"H3924","title":"Relative to the town of Mattapoisett general by-laws","description":"That the town of Mattapoisett be authorized to require a two thirds majority vote of the town meeting to modify the bylaws of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 273 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3924/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3924","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":809028,"bill_number":"H3934","title":"Relative to a certain license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Beverly","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to change the designation of a certain liquor license in said city. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 48 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3934/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3934","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":809055,"bill_number":"S2087","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Stephen Rogan, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Stephen Rogan, an employee of the trial court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-12-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2087","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":809068,"bill_number":"H3935","title":"To amend Chapter 27 of The Acts of 1996","description":"That the town of Framingham be authorized to increase the membership of the board of health from three members to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H3977","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3935/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3935","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":809767,"bill_number":"H3939","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Framingham","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the town of Framingham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 149 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3939/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3939","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":809781,"bill_number":"H3930","title":"To prevent Cruelty to Farm Animals","description":"Initiative petition of Carter J. Luke and others for the passage of An Act to Prevent Cruelty to Farm Animals (House, No. 3930). Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-08","last_action":"Approved by the people at the state election, Chapter 333 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3930/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3930","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809795,"bill_number":"H3929","title":"Relative to Ending Common Core Education Standards","description":"Relative to Ending Common Core Education Standards (House, No. 3929). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 03/07/2016 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2016-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3929/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3929","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809807,"bill_number":"H3933","title":"Proposal for a legislative amendment to the Constitution An Initiative Petition for an Amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to Provide Resources for Education and Transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of One Million Dollars","description":"Initiative petition of Marven-Rhode Hyppolite and others for an initiative amendment to the Constitution to Provide Resources for Education and Transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of One Million Dollars (House, No. 3933). Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Amendment agreed to - see Senate Roll Call #303 [YEAS 33 - NAYS 7] see House Roll Call #253 [YEAS 102 - NAYS 50]","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3933/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3933","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809819,"bill_number":"H3940","title":"Authorizing the town of Wayland to increase the annual spending limit for its recreation department revolving fund","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to increase the annual spending limit for its recreational programs revolving fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3940/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3940","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":809834,"bill_number":"H3932","title":"The Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act","description":"Initiative petition of Richard M. Evans and others for the passage of An Act The Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act (House, No. 3932). The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-08","last_action":"Approved by the people at the state election, Chapter 334 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3932/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3932","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809847,"bill_number":"H3931","title":"Massachusetts Fair Health Care Pricing Act","description":"Initiative petition of Jerald N. Fishbein and others for the passage of An Act Massachusetts Fair Health Care Pricing Act (House, No. 3931). Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 03/08/2016 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2016-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3931/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3931","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809861,"bill_number":"H3927","title":"Relative to Expanded Gaming","description":"Relative to Expanded Gaming (House, No. 3927). Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/05/2016 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2016-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3927/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3927","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809873,"bill_number":"H3928","title":"To Allow Fair Access to Public Charter Schools","description":"Initiative petition of Beth E. Anderson and others for the passage of An Act to Allow Fair Access to Public Charter Schools (House, No. 3928). Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 03/07/2016 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2016-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3928/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3928","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":809885,"bill_number":"H3938","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Foxborough to the Foxborough housing authority","description":"By Mr. Barrows of Mansfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of F. Jay Barrows that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Foxborough to the Foxborough Housing Authority for affordable housing purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 314 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3938/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3938","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":809899,"bill_number":"H3937","title":"Automatically registering eligible voters and enhancing safeguards against fraud","description":"Relative to the automatic registration of eligible voters. Election Laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-12-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3937/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3937","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":810414,"bill_number":"H3941","title":"Pardon","description":"Pardon","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-11","last_action":"Read for information and returned","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3941/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3941","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":810440,"bill_number":"S2088","title":"Concerning the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses","description":"For legislation relative to the safety of school children embarking and disembarking school buses,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2088).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2088","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":811408,"bill_number":"H3943","title":"Relative to the underground economy","description":"For legislation to reward whistleblowers who contribute to the prosecution of individuals and businesses operating in the \"underground economy\". Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3943/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3943","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":811415,"bill_number":"S2089","title":"Text of Senate amendment (Senator Rush) to the House Bill authorizing the town of Norwood to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises (House, No. 3684).","description":"Text of Senate amendment (Senator Rush) to the House Bill authorizing the town of Norwood to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises (House, No. 3684).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-11","last_action":"See H3684","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2089","sponsor":"Michael Rush"},
{"bill_id":811421,"bill_number":"H3942","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. January 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-01-11","last_action":"Order adopted, see H3926","last_action_date":"2016-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3942/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3942","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":812670,"bill_number":"H3944","title":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","description":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-01-13","last_action":"Published as amended, see H3947","last_action_date":"2016-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3944/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3944","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":816048,"bill_number":"S2090","title":"Authorizing the town of Middleborough to exchange certain parcels of conservation land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Middleborough to exchange certain parcels of conservation land. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 189 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2090","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":816095,"bill_number":"S2091","title":"Authorizing the town of Middleborough to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Middleborough to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 296 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2091","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":817426,"bill_number":"S2094","title":"Text of the further Senate amendment (Senator Chandler) to the Senate Bill relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 2021)","description":"Relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 2021).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-14","last_action":"See S2021","last_action_date":"2016-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2094","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":817428,"bill_number":"S2095","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Tina Jennings, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Tina Jennings, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2095","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":817430,"bill_number":"H3945","title":"Regarding group care facility","description":"Relative to persons under the age of 22 with special needs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3945/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3945","sponsor":"Kay Khan"},
{"bill_id":817433,"bill_number":"S2092","title":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks","description":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks (Senate, No. 458),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2092).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #234 [YEAS 37 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2092","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":817435,"bill_number":"S2093","title":"To prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle (Senate, No. 2032),-- reports that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2093).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2093","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":817440,"bill_number":"S2096","title":"Relative to the membership of the Underground Storage Tank Petroleum Cleanup Fund Administrative Reuse Board","description":"For legislation relative to New England Convenience Stores and Energy Marketers Association. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 280 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2096","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":817442,"bill_number":"H3948","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to convey a certain parcel of real property to the Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity","description":"Substituted by the House for a Bill authorizing the sale of certain real property known as 233 Quincy Street in Springfield, from the City of Springfield to Habitat for Humanity (House, No. 3562). January 14, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 225 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3948/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3948","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":817444,"bill_number":"H3946","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to relief from liabilities on joint tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3946/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3946","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":818059,"bill_number":"S2097","title":"For reimbursement for costs of the ‘Learning Contract’","description":"For legislationfor legislation for reimbursement for costs of the ‘Learning Contract’,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2097).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2097","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":818062,"bill_number":"H3947","title":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","description":"House bill No. 3944, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. January 13, 2016.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Reported, on the residue, by H4056","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3947/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3947","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":818065,"bill_number":"S2099","title":"Relative to breaking generational cycles of poverty","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to breaking generational cycles of poverty,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2099).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2099","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":819415,"bill_number":"S2103","title":"Text of Senate amendment (Senator Flanagan) to the House Bill relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention (House, No. 3947)","description":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention (House, No. 3947).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"See H3947","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2103","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":819419,"bill_number":"H3951","title":"Authorizing the recertification of the fiscal year 2016 tax rate for the town of Holbrook","description":"Relative to authorizing the recertification of the fiscal year 2016 tax rate for the town of Holbrook.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3951/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3951","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":819424,"bill_number":"S2102","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2102).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2102","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":819427,"bill_number":"H3949","title":"Annual report of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under sections 21, 102 and 103 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2015 compared with such index for the year 2014","description":"Annual report of the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission (under sections 21, 102 and 103 of Chapter 32 of the General Laws) relative to the percentum change in the average cost-of-living as shown by the United States consumer price index for the year 2015 compared with such index for the year 2014","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3949/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3949","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":819432,"bill_number":"H3953","title":"Relative to the pension fund liability","description":"Relative to transferring funds to the Commonwealth Stabilization Fund. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3953/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3953","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":819435,"bill_number":"H3950","title":"Allowing public higher education institutions to retain in-state tuition","description":"Allowing public higher education institutions to retain in-state tuition","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3950/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3950","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":819439,"bill_number":"S2104","title":"Relative to postpartum depression screening","description":"For legislation relative to postpartum depression screening. Health Care Financing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-25","last_action":"Accompanied H3701","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2104","sponsor":"Joan Lovely"},
{"bill_id":819443,"bill_number":"H3952","title":"Relative to sheet metal work","description":"For legislation to further regulate the practice of sheet metal work. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3952/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3952","sponsor":"Brian Ashe"},
{"bill_id":819446,"bill_number":"S2101","title":"Providing capital funding for public higher education.","description":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth (Senate, No. 678),-- reported, in part, a “Bill providing capital funding for public higher education (Senate, No. 2101)","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2101","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":821170,"bill_number":"H3770","title":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","description":"Relative to the relief of mortgage debt","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3770","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":821175,"bill_number":"H3956","title":"Relative to civil commitments for alcohol and substance use disorders","description":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention (House, No. 3947), reports (in part) recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 3956). January 20, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3956/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3956","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":821183,"bill_number":"S2105","title":"Relative to the Gold Star tax abatement","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the Gold Star tax abatement,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2105).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2105","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":821195,"bill_number":"S2081","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"For legislation to protect access to confidential healthcare,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2081).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-12-24","last_action":"New draft substituted as amended, see S2138","last_action_date":"2016-02-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2081","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":821201,"bill_number":"H3771","title":"Relative to land conservation incentives","description":"Relative to land conservation incentives","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-09-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3771","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":821206,"bill_number":"S2106","title":"Authorizing the town of Southbridge to place a certain question on the ballot relative to amending the charter of the town of Southbridge","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Southbridge to place a certain question on the ballot relative to amending the charter of the town of Southbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2385","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2106","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":824802,"bill_number":"H3957","title":"Providing for the use of a certain parcel of land in the city of Woburn for recreational purposes","description":"That the city of Woburn be authorized to use a certain parcel of land in said city for recreational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 244 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3957/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3957","sponsor":"James Dwyer"},
{"bill_id":824806,"bill_number":"H3955","title":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to strengthening and expanding affordable, quality higher education opportunities for residents of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3955/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3955","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":824813,"bill_number":"S2107","title":"To establish pay equity","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to establish pay equity (Senate, No. 983),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2107).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #228 [YEAS 37 - NAYS 0]","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2107","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":824818,"bill_number":"S2108","title":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2108).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2155","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2108","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":824825,"bill_number":"H3958","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Helen Annese, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Helen Annese, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 61 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3958","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":824830,"bill_number":"H3954","title":"Providing capital funding for public higher education","description":"Providing capital funding for public higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-01-21","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3954/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3954","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":825839,"bill_number":"S2112","title":"Increasing the membership of the board of selectmen of the town of Milton","description":"For legislation to increase the membership of the Board of Selectmen of the town of Milton from three to five members. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 104 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2112","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":826007,"bill_number":"H3965","title":"Extending a certain property tax exemption for seniors in the town of Sudbury","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill extending a certain property tax exemption for seniors in the town of Sudbury [see House, No. 3890] (for message, see House, No. 3965). January 22, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-22","last_action":"See H3890","last_action_date":"2016-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3965/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3965","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":826091,"bill_number":"S2115","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":"2016-01-22","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-01-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2115","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":826177,"bill_number":"S2111","title":"Relative to liquor licenses within the town of Salisbury","description":"For legislation relative to liquor licenses within the town of Salisbury. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2201","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2111","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":826262,"bill_number":"H3964","title":"Relative to the PRIM board.","description":"Relative to the PRIM board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3964/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3964","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":827197,"bill_number":"H3974","title":"Relative to public safety employee death benefits","description":"For legislation to include public works employees for killed-in-the-line-of-duty benefits. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-03-26","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4367","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3974/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3974","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":827216,"bill_number":"H3968","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Plymouth","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to make certain changes to the charter of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 385 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3968/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3968","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":827238,"bill_number":"H3960","title":"Renaming the Massachusetts Aids Fund to be called the State Public Health HIV and Hepatitis Fund","description":"Renaming the Massachusetts Aids Fund to be called the State Public Health HIV and Hepatitis Fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 406 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3960/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3960","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":827259,"bill_number":"H3969","title":"Eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","description":"Eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3969/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3969","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":827281,"bill_number":"H3966","title":"Further regulating the lease of a certain parcel of land in the town of Plymouth","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to repeal a certain act authorizing said town to lease certain land. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 318 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3966/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3966","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":827301,"bill_number":"H3972","title":"Relative to workers' compensation","description":"Relative to workers' compensation","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3972/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3972","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":827323,"bill_number":"H3961","title":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue","description":"Relative to local control of boat excise revenue","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3961/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3961","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":827366,"bill_number":"S2113","title":"Relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees","description":"For legislation relative to group insurance costs for certain public retirees,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2113).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2113","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":827387,"bill_number":"S2109","title":"Establishing the paint stewardship program","description":"Text of the Senate Bill establishing the paint stewardship program (Senate, No. 2109) (being the text of Senate, No. 2052, printed as amended).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2109","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":827408,"bill_number":"H3970","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in certain land to the city of Salem","description":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant an easement in certain land to the city of Salem","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 192 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3970/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3970","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":827430,"bill_number":"H3971","title":"Further regulating survivors pension benefits and qualified domestic relations orders","description":"Further regulating survivors pension benefits and qualified domestic relations orders","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3971/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3971","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":827452,"bill_number":"H3962","title":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing","description":"Relative to the taxation of inventory in manufacturing","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3962/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3962","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":827472,"bill_number":"H3973","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Grafton for the Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center","description":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Grafton for the Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 265 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3973/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3973","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":827494,"bill_number":"H3963","title":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","description":"To establish estate tax valuation for farms","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3963/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3963","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":827515,"bill_number":"S2110","title":"To prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle","description":"Text of the Senate Bill to prohibit the use of mobile telephones while operating a motor vehicle (Senate, No. 2110) (being the text of Senate, No. 2093, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2110","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":827538,"bill_number":"H3967","title":"Relative to the lease of the Simes House in the Town of Plymouth for its historic preservation, restoration and rehabilitation","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to the lease the Simes House in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3967/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3967","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":827854,"bill_number":"H3720","title":"Authorizing the town of Watertown to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Watertown to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H3975","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3720","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":832325,"bill_number":"H2","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements.","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor submitting the annual budget of the Commonwealth for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2016 (House, No. 2).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4200","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H2/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H2","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":832340,"bill_number":"H3976","title":"Authorizing the town of Falmouth to convey certain land to the West Falmouth Library, Inc.","description":"That the town of Falmouth be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to West Falmouth Library, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 135 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3976/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3976","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":832348,"bill_number":"S2114","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools","description":"For legislation relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2329","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2114","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":832355,"bill_number":"S2098","title":"To expand veterans survivor benefits","description":"For legislation to expand veterans survivor benefits,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2098).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2098","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":832364,"bill_number":"S2117","title":"Pertaining to the town of Bellingham and water main easement","description":"For legislation relative to the town of Bellingham and water main easement. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2015-10-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2475","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2117","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":832370,"bill_number":"H3978","title":"To promote sustainable economic development in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to promoting sustainable economic development in Massachusetts (House, No. 3978).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3978/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3978","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":832377,"bill_number":"S2116","title":"Relative to safe driving and open containers","description":"For legislation relative to safe driving and open containers. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-10-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2361","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2116","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":833577,"bill_number":"S2118","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2031),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Department of Correction” (Senate, No. 2118).","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Message read and placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2118","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":833581,"bill_number":"H3980","title":"Requiring gas stations to provide air compressors for free public use","description":"For legislation to require gas stations to provide air compressors for free public use. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3980/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3980","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":833592,"bill_number":"H3979","title":"Establishing the crime of peeping or peering into dwelling houses","description":"For legislation to establish the crime of peeping or peering into dwelling houses. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4706","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3979/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3979","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":833599,"bill_number":"S2120","title":"To improve public records","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill to improve public records (House, No. 3858),-- 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 2120; and by striking out the title and inserting in place thereof the following title:- “An Act improving the administration and enforcement of the public records law”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"See H3858","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2120","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":833605,"bill_number":"H3981","title":"Relative to drivers licenses for international students","description":"For legislation to authorize international students with F-1 visas who have obtained a drivers permit to drive. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3981/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3981","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":833610,"bill_number":"H3849","title":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","description":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-11-16","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3849/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3849","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":834144,"bill_number":"S2121","title":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks","description":"Relative to 2030 and 2040 emissions benchmarks (Senate, No. 2121) (being the text of Senate, No. 2092, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-01","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2121","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834150,"bill_number":"H3982","title":"Authorizing the town of Norwood to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill authorizing the town of Norwood to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages [see House, No. 3684, amended] (for message, see House, No. 3982). January 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-01","last_action":"See H3684","last_action_date":"2016-02-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3982/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3982","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834842,"bill_number":"S2123","title":"Minority Report on the Initiative Petition of Marven-Rhode Hyppolite and Others for an Initiative Amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to Provide Resources for Education and Transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of One Million Dollars","description":"Minority Report on the Initiative Petition of Marven-Rhode Hyppolite and Others for an Initiative Amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to Provide Resources for Education and Transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of One Million Dollars","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2123","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834853,"bill_number":"S2119","title":"To establish pay equity","description":"To establish pay equity","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2119","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834864,"bill_number":"H3984","title":"Validating the actions taken at a certain annual town meeting held in the town of Hudson","description":"Validating the actions taken at a certain annual town meeting held in the town of Hudson","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3984/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3984","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834883,"bill_number":"H3983","title":"To provide opportunities for all","description":"To provide opportunities for all","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4413","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3983/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3983","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":834894,"bill_number":"S2122","title":"Majority Report on the Initiative Petition of Marven-Rhode Hyppolite and Others for an Initiative Amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to Provide Resources for Education and Transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of One Million Dollars","description":"Majority Report on the Initiative Petition of Marven-Rhode Hyppolite and others for an Initiative Amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2122","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":836735,"bill_number":"H3985","title":"Resolutions URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO ENACT AND PUT FORTH FOR RATIFICATION AN AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION RELATING TO CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND PUBLIC CAMPAIGN FINANCING","description":"Filed by Mr. Fernandes of Milford. February 3, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-02-03","last_action":"Adopted 119 YEAS to 34 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 199)","last_action_date":"2016-02-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3985/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3985","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":836751,"bill_number":"H3986","title":"Authorizing the city of Medford to use certain land for any municipal purpose","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to use a certain parcel of land in said city for municipal purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-03","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4246","last_action_date":"2016-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3986/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3986","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":836768,"bill_number":"S2125","title":"Relative to fair wages","description":"For legislation relative to fair wages. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-11-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2125","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":836783,"bill_number":"S2124","title":"Relative to performance of work on hydrants and certain components of fire protection sprinkler systems","description":"For legislationfor legislation to exempt certain persons experienced in performing sprinkler fitting from sprinkler fitters’ examining and licensing requirements,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2124).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 363 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2124","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":837631,"bill_number":"H3991","title":"Validating action taken by the Martha's Vineyard Refuse Disposal and Resource Recovery District","description":"For legislation to authorize the issuance of bonds or notes by the District Committee of the Martha's Vineyard Refuse Disposal and Resource Recovery District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3991/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3991","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":837662,"bill_number":"H3988","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":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3988/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3988","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":837678,"bill_number":"H3987","title":"Protecting the health and safety of people in restaurants","description":"Protecting the health and safety of people in restaurants","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3987/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3987","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":837693,"bill_number":"H3990","title":"Relative to air quality monitoring for new gas pipeline facilities","description":"Relative to air quality monitoring for new gas pipeline facilities in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4656","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3990/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3990","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":837710,"bill_number":"H3989","title":"Relative to expanding veterinary treatment practices","description":"Relative to expanding veterinary treatment practices","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3989/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3989","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":839268,"bill_number":"S2126","title":"To modernize firm leadership structures","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to modernize firm leadership structures (Senate, No. 1168),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2126).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2126","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":843479,"bill_number":"H3993","title":"Relative to persons seeking drug addiction treatment","description":"Relative to the prosecution of persons seeking assistance or treatment for drug related addictions at police stations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3993/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3993","sponsor":"Ann-Margaret Ferrante"},
{"bill_id":843529,"bill_number":"H3992","title":"Resolve reviving and continuing a certain advisory committee relative to career planning","description":"Relative to reviving and continuing the special commission established (under Chapter 449 of the Acts of 2014) to make an investigation and study of the development and implementation process of a six year career plan to be coordinated by licensed school guidance counselors for all students in grades 6 to 12. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2015-12-30","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3992/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3992","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":843552,"bill_number":"S2127","title":"To improve public records","description":"To improve public records","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-04","last_action":"See H3858","last_action_date":"2016-02-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2127","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":856724,"bill_number":"S2139","title":"Providing limited health services for residents of assisted living residences","description":"For legislation to provide limited health services for residents of assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4682","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2139","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":859509,"bill_number":"S2161","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Colleen Russo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Colleen Russo, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2161","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":859555,"bill_number":"S2160","title":"Relative to moving violations","description":"For legislation relative to moving violations. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-24","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":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2160","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":859582,"bill_number":"S2165","title":"Designating a certain intersection in the town of Plainville as the Special Police Officer Michael O. Maher Memorial Intersection","description":"For legislation to designate a certain intersection in the town of Plainville as the Special Police Officer Michael O. Maher Memorial Intersection. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 341 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2165","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":862442,"bill_number":"S2162","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to John Lyons","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to John Lyons. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2162","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":862446,"bill_number":"S2163","title":"Authorizing the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Douglas Priest","description":"For legislation to authorize the State Retirement Board to grant creditable service to Douglas Priest. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2163","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":863904,"bill_number":"S2173","title":"Relative to the conveyance of certain lands in Stoughton","description":"For legislation relative to the conveyance of certain lands in Stoughton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2363","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2173","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":863960,"bill_number":"H4022","title":"Relative to home improvement contractor registration","description":"Relative to home improvement contractor registration","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 99 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4022/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4022","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":863961,"bill_number":"H4062","title":"Relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics","description":"Relative to benzodiazepines and non-benzodiazepine hypnotics. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4662","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4062/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4062","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":863964,"bill_number":"H4068","title":"Relative to death benefit claims","description":"Relative to death benefit claims","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4068/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4068","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863965,"bill_number":"H4060","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission relative to reducing the costs associated with the purchase of college textbooks","description":"Resolve establishing a special commission relative to reducing the costs associated with the purchase of college textbooks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4060/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4060","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":863966,"bill_number":"H4017","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Denise Martinez, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Denise Martinez, an employee of the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 62 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4017/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4017","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":863968,"bill_number":"S2156","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"Relative to larceny (Senate, No. 2132),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2156).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2156","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":863969,"bill_number":"H4069","title":"Relative to denture construction safety","description":"Relative to denture construction safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4069/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4069","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863971,"bill_number":"H3997","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Hershowitz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Hershowitz, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"See H3876","last_action_date":"2016-02-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3997/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3997","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":863973,"bill_number":"H4043","title":"Relative to the annual town elections and special state election in the towns of Hull, Marshfield and Norwell","description":"Relativerelative to the annual town elections and special state election in the towns of Hull, Marshfield and Norwell.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4043/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4043","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":863974,"bill_number":"S2155","title":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses","description":"Relative to horse riding instructor’s licenses (Senate, No. 2108),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2155).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2155","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":863975,"bill_number":"H4018","title":"Preventing cruelty to animals in unattended motor vehicles","description":"Relative to leaving animals unattended in motor vehicles under conditions that endanger the health or well-being of said animals. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4624","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4018/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4018","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":863978,"bill_number":"H4067","title":"Relative to home health and hospice aides","description":"Relative to home health and hospice aides","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4067/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4067","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863979,"bill_number":"H3994","title":"Creating a commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools","description":"Creating a commission to study concussions that occur as a result of varsity sports in public and private high schools","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3994/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3994","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863980,"bill_number":"H4074","title":"Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day","description":"Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps remembrance day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-07-23","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4726","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4074/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4074","sponsor":"Linda Campbell"},
{"bill_id":863983,"bill_number":"H4065","title":"Relative to food labeling","description":"Relative to food labeling","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4065/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4065","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863984,"bill_number":"S2167","title":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2167","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":863985,"bill_number":"H4046","title":"Relative to pet grooming","description":"Relative to pet grooming","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4046/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4046","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":863987,"bill_number":"S2136","title":"Creating the Home Works Program","description":"For legislation to create the Home Works Program,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2136).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2136","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":863990,"bill_number":"S2174","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"For legislation to protect abandoned animals in vacant properties,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2174).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2375","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2174","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":863991,"bill_number":"S2148","title":"Establishing a board of registration in naturopathy","description":"For legislation to establish a board of registration in naturopathy; and of Jay R. Kaufman and others relative to establishing a board of registration in naturopathy and further regulating naturopathic health care,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2148).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2335","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2148","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863993,"bill_number":"S2133","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2133).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-18","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2406","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2133","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":863994,"bill_number":"S2147","title":"Establishing a commission on malnutrition prevention","description":"For legislation to establish a commission on malnutrition prevention,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2147).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Read second, amended (Flanagan) see S2499","last_action_date":"2016-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2147","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":863996,"bill_number":"H4009","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4512","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4009/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4009","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":863998,"bill_number":"H4023","title":"Establishing the Olmsted Park improvement fund","description":"Establishing the Olmsted Park improvement fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 128 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4023/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4023","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864001,"bill_number":"H4013","title":"Relative to charitable gaming","description":"Relative to charitable gaming","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4013/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4013","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":864002,"bill_number":"S2168","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with a disability","description":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with a disability","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2168","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864005,"bill_number":"S2129","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jesse B. Walker, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jesse B. Walker, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 59 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2129","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":864007,"bill_number":"H4027","title":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","description":"Relative to the schedule of payment of estimated corporate taxes","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4027/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4027","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864008,"bill_number":"H4001","title":"Relative to the removal of the Director of Public Works in the town of Southbridge","description":"That the town of Southbridge be authorized remove the director of public works in the same manner as other department heads in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 94 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4001/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4001","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864013,"bill_number":"H4044","title":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","description":"Relative to veteran retirement benefits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4044/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4044","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":864014,"bill_number":"S2146","title":"Resolutions MEMORIALIZING THE UNITED STATES SENATE TO SWIFTLY AND DILIGENTLY FULFILL ITS CONSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY TO CONSIDER THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES’ NOMINEE TO THE SUPREME COURT","description":"Resolutions MEMORIALIZING THE UNITED STATES SENATE TO SWIFTLY AND DILIGENTLY FULFILL ITS CONSTITUTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY TO CONSIDER THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES’ NOMINEE TO THE SUPREME COURT","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Resolutions withdrawn and placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2146","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":864015,"bill_number":"H4021","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the agencies that serve them","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the agencies that serve them","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4532","last_action_date":"2016-07-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4021/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4021","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864017,"bill_number":"S2141","title":"Updating terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with a disability","description":"Relativerelative to the protection of persons with a disability” (Senate, No. 2141).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2168","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2141","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864018,"bill_number":"S2159","title":"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; and of Sean Garballey and others relative to the installation of new permanent outdoor lighting fixtures and the cost of operating such fixtures,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2159).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2453","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2159","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":864020,"bill_number":"S2169","title":"Relative to the establishment of a Massachusetts municipal lobbying policy","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a Massachusetts municipal lobbying policy. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2495","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2169","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":864022,"bill_number":"S2164","title":"Relative to the small commercial tax exemption","description":"For legislation relative to the small commercial tax exemption. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2290","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2164","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":864025,"bill_number":"H4058","title":"Resolve relative to preserving Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","description":"Resolve relative to preserving Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4562","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4058/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4058","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":864027,"bill_number":"H4032","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"To modernize municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Accompanied H4331","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4032/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4032","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864029,"bill_number":"H4019","title":"Expanding educational opportunities for vocational students","description":"For legislation to authorize minors enrolled in a course of study and training in a vocational technical education program or a co-operative education program to operate hoisting machinery or motor vehicles. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4271","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4019/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4019","sponsor":"Frank Moran"},
{"bill_id":864030,"bill_number":"H4006","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Fothergill, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Fothergill, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 74 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4006/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4006","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":864032,"bill_number":"H4026","title":"Relative to exempted accommodations","description":"Relative to exempted accommodations","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4026/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4026","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864034,"bill_number":"H4035","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paul Sinkiewicz, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paul Sinkiewicz, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 131 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4035/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4035","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":864035,"bill_number":"H4059","title":"Establishing the Massachusetts higher education matching grants program","description":"Establishing the Massachusetts higher education matching grants program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4059/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4059","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":864036,"bill_number":"S2128","title":"Establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","description":"For legislation to establish the special commission on local and regional public health; and of Denise C. Garlick and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to local and regional public health,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2128).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2296","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2128","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":864039,"bill_number":"H4012","title":"Authorizing the appointment of special police officers in the town of Dracut","description":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the town of Dracut. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 276 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4012/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4012","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":864040,"bill_number":"S2157","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2157).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2393","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2157","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":864041,"bill_number":"S2175","title":"Relative to auxiliary police officers","description":"For legislation relative to auxiliary police officers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2175).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2175","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":864043,"bill_number":"H4050","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill relative to the ride for hire industry (House, No. 4049) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. March 7, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Order adopted, see H4049","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4050/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4050","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":864046,"bill_number":"H4014","title":"Authorizing the town administrator of the town of Milton to appoint the police chief","description":"Relative to the appointment of the chief of police in the town of Milton. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 378 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4014/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4014","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864048,"bill_number":"S2166","title":"To relative to the hiring of persons with a disability","description":"Relative to the hiring of persons with a disability (Senate, No. 2166) (being the text of Senate, No. 2142, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2166","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864049,"bill_number":"H4003","title":"Amending the charter of the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"That the city known as the town of Greenfield be authorized to further regulate the implementation of the salaries of certain officials in said city. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 361 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4003/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4003","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864051,"bill_number":"S2131","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Robert H. Miner","description":"For legislation relative to the retirement benefits of Robert H. Miner. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Read second, amended (Rosenberg) see S2227","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2131","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"},
{"bill_id":864053,"bill_number":"H4053","title":"Relative to au pairs in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"For legislation to further regulate domestic workers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4605","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4053/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4053","sponsor":"Mark Cusack"},
{"bill_id":864054,"bill_number":"S2137","title":"Relative to HIV-associated lipodystrophy syndrome treatment","description":"Relative to HIV-Associated lipodystrophy treatment (Senate, No. 618),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2137).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 233 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2137","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864056,"bill_number":"S2135","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"For legislation to establish the MassMade Program,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2135).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"New draft substituted, as amended, see S2191","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2135","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":864059,"bill_number":"H4052","title":"Prohibiting a municipality or regional school district from using public funds or other public resources for the recruitment of students from outside the municipality or regional school district","description":"For legislation to prohibit a municipality or regional school district from using public funds or other public resources for the recruitment of students from outside the municipality or regional school district. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4052/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4052","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864060,"bill_number":"H4011","title":"Relative to school attendance","description":"Relative to school attendance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4011/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4011","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":864061,"bill_number":"H4000","title":"Relative to the Director of Public Works in the town of Southbridge","description":"That the town of Southbridge be authorized to appoint a director of public works for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 92 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4000/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4000","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864064,"bill_number":"H4054","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Steven Everton, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Steven Everton, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4054/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4054","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":864070,"bill_number":"H4071","title":"Relative to worker’s compensation insurance","description":"Relative to workers' compensation insurance. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4071/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4071","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":864071,"bill_number":"H4073","title":"Exempting members of the military in active duty from automobile excise tax","description":"For legislation to exempt members of the armed forces serving on active duty from the automobile excise tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-09-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4661","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4073/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4073","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":864073,"bill_number":"H4008","title":"Exempting disabled veterans from sales tax when leasing a motor vehicle","description":"For legislation to exempt disabled veterans from the motor vehicle leasing sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4008/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4008","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":864075,"bill_number":"H4045","title":"Relative to regional school district instructors service as an elected official in the city of New Bedford","description":"Relative to regional school district instructors service as an elected official in the city of New Bedford","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4045/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4045","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":864077,"bill_number":"S2153","title":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers","description":"Relative to defense against abusive waivers (Senate, No. 958),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2153).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2153","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864079,"bill_number":"H3998","title":"Relative to the date of town elections in the town of Southbridge","description":"That the town of Southbridge be authorized to hold town elections on the second Tuesday in June. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 90 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3998/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3998","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864080,"bill_number":"H4066","title":"Relative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to strengthening the consumer protections and ensuring the proper labeling of fish sold in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4066/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4066","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":864082,"bill_number":"H4038","title":"Designating January as peace officer history month","description":"For legislation to designate January as peace officer history month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4640","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4038/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4038","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":864084,"bill_number":"S2176","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"Relative to larceny (Senate, No. 2176) (being the text of Senate, No. 2156, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2176","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864085,"bill_number":"S2150","title":"Relative to the modernization of boat registration and marine vessels","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to boat registration; of Geoff Diehl relative to the excise tax on marine vessels; and of Ann-Margaret Ferrante and others relative to the registration and taxation of marine vessels,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2150).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2150","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864086,"bill_number":"H4056","title":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","description":"Relative to substance use, treatment, education and prevention","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 52 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4056/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4056","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864089,"bill_number":"H4040","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities","description":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4561","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4040/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4040","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":864092,"bill_number":"H4041","title":"To prohibit licensing by the Department of Environmental Protection at the Wheelabrator facility in the town of Saugus","description":"To prohibit licensing by the Department of Environmental Protection at the Wheelabrator facility in the town of Saugus","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-02-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4041/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4041","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":864094,"bill_number":"H4030","title":"Relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"Relative to the establishment of a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4030/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4030","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864097,"bill_number":"H4010","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Relative to financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4384","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4010/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4010","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":864098,"bill_number":"H4004","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carlo Casarano, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carlo Casarano, an employee of the Department of Unemployment Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4004/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4004","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":864099,"bill_number":"H4002","title":"Relative to quasi-judicial boards in the town of Southbridge","description":"That the town of Southbridge be authorized to limit the membership of appointed or elected members of quasi-public boards to one such board in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 93 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4002/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4002","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864101,"bill_number":"H4070","title":"To protect locked out employees","description":"Relative to benefits of individuals who have been locked out of their place of employment by their employers. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Recommitted to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4070/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4070","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":864102,"bill_number":"H4034","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the payment of support to a recipient spouse who is economically dependent. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4110","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4034/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4034","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":864104,"bill_number":"S2138","title":"To protect access to confidential healthcare","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect access to confidential healthcare (Senate, No. 2081),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2138).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2138","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864106,"bill_number":"H4072","title":"Authorizing the South Shore Charter School to join the State Employees Retirement System","description":"For legislation to authorize employees of the South Shore Charter School to join the state employees retirement system. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4072/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4072","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":864107,"bill_number":"S2130","title":"Authorizing the town of Hubbardston to convey a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Hubbardston to exchange of a parcel of land located on Ragged Hill Road for a parcel of land located on Gardner Road. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2130","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":864109,"bill_number":"H4016","title":"Relative to condominium elections","description":"Relative to condominium elections. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4209","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4016/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4016","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":864112,"bill_number":"H4007","title":"Relative to the membership of the South Essex Sewerage District Board","description":"For legislation to further regulate the board of the South Essex Sewerage District. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 125 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4007/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4007","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":864114,"bill_number":"S2172","title":"To protect locked out employees","description":"For legislation to protect locked out employees. Labor and Workforce Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-18","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":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2172","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":864116,"bill_number":"H4028","title":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","description":"Relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","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":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4028/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4028","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864118,"bill_number":"S2144","title":"Promoting the planning and development of sustainable communities","description":"For legislationfor legislation to promote the planning and development of sustainable communities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2144).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Motion to recommit to the committee on Senate Ways and Means negative -see Roll Call #357 [Yeas 11 to Nays 27]","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2144","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":864119,"bill_number":"S2143","title":"Eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities in the Commonwealth (House, No. 3969, amended); 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 2143; by striking out the title and inserting in place thereof the following title:- “An Act eliminating health disparities”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"See H3969","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2143","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864120,"bill_number":"H4049","title":"Relative to the ride for hire industry","description":"Relative to the ride for hire industry","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-03-09","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4064","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4049/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4049","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":864125,"bill_number":"H4075","title":"Designating a monument in the city of Fall River as the official Gold Star Families Memorial Monument of the commonwealth","description":"For legislation to designate the Gold Star Families Memorial Monument located in Bicentennial Park in the city of Fall River as the official Gold Star Families Memorial Monument of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-09","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4075/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4075","sponsor":"Alan Silvia"},
{"bill_id":864126,"bill_number":"H4037","title":"Exempting residential security systems from sales tax","description":"For legislation to exempt residential security systems from the sales tax. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4639","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4037/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4037","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":864127,"bill_number":"S2158","title":"Relative to post-retirement employment","description":"For legislation relative to post-retirement employment,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2158).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2158","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":864130,"bill_number":"S2132","title":"Relative to larceny","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to increase neighborhood safety and opportunity by enhancing the enforcement and penalties for violations of the controlled substances laws (in so much as relates to Sections 30, 31, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41 and 42); of David Paul Linsky relative to the penalty imposed for malicious destruction of property; and accompanied by bill, House, No. 1454) of David Paul Linsky relative to larceny,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2132).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2156","last_action_date":"2016-03-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2132","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":864132,"bill_number":"S2151","title":"Clarifying deadlines for submission of applications for land under Chapter 61a","description":"For legislationfor legislation to clarify the allowance of land under chapter 61b; of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the timely filing of applications in municipalities with programs of revaluation; and of Shaunna L. O’Connell and David F. DeCoste relative to property taxes on recreational, horticultural and agricultural land,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2151).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2497","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2151","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864133,"bill_number":"H4033","title":"To increase access to high quality summer learning opportunities","description":"For legislation to authorize the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to establish a grant program to support the development and expansion of high quality, comprehensive summer learning opportunities for students in districts with high concentrations of low income students. Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4033/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4033","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":864136,"bill_number":"H4063","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement over a certain parcel of land in the town of Dracut","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement over a certain parcel of land in the town of Dracut. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4220","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4063/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4063","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":864138,"bill_number":"H4020","title":"Resolve relative to enhancing recycling machines at Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority facilities","description":"Relative to enhancing recycling machines at Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority facilities. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-04","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4612","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4020/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4020","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":864140,"bill_number":"H4029","title":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans","description":"Relative to tax abatements for disabled veterans","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4029/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4029","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864142,"bill_number":"H4024","title":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","description":"Improving the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-24","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-02-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4024/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4024","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864143,"bill_number":"S2171","title":"To promote agriculture in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor 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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2171).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2258","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2171","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":864144,"bill_number":"S2142","title":"To relative to the hiring of persons with a disability","description":"Relative to the hiring of persons with a disability” (Senate, No. 2142).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2166","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2142","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864148,"bill_number":"H4036","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Eyma Sutton, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Eyma Sutton, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4036/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4036","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":864149,"bill_number":"H3977","title":"Increasing the membership of the board of health in the town of Framingham","description":"Increasing the membership of the board of health in the town of Framingham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 126 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3977/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3977","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":864150,"bill_number":"H4039","title":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","description":"Relative to safe patient handling in certain health facilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4039/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4039","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":864152,"bill_number":"H4015","title":"Designating a certain building at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design","description":"Relative to naming a certain building at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design as the William J. Hannon Design and Media Center. Higher Education.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-02-01","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4015/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4015","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":864153,"bill_number":"H4025","title":"Exempting the position of police chief in the town of Orange from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Orange be authorized to exempt the position of police chief from certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 323 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4025/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4025","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":864154,"bill_number":"H4005","title":"To properly punish the solicitation of felony crimes","description":"To properly punish the solicitation of felony crimes","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4005/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4005","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":864156,"bill_number":"H4051","title":"Making a corrective change for a certain reserve fund in the town of Hingham","description":"That the town of Hingham be authorized to establish a reserve fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 281 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4051/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4051","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":864159,"bill_number":"H4061","title":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","description":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4403","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4061/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4061","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":864160,"bill_number":"S2152","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to prohibit the sale of electronic cigarettes to persons under 18 years of age,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2152).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2234","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2152","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":864163,"bill_number":"S2154","title":"Regulating the closure of state police barracks","description":"Relative to State Police Station C-3 (Senate, No. 2060),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act regulating the closure of state police barracks” (Senate, No. 2154).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2154","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":864164,"bill_number":"H4031","title":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Veterans Relief Fund","description":"Authorizing the town of Saugus to designate a check-off box on its tax bills for the Saugus Veterans Relief Fund","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 89 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4031/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4031","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":864166,"bill_number":"S2140","title":"Eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill eliminating archaic language pertaining to individuals with disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Senate, No. 594),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2140).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2167","last_action_date":"2016-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2140","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":864168,"bill_number":"H4042","title":"Authorizing the city of Northampton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3796). February 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 109 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4042/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4042","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":864169,"bill_number":"H3999","title":"Relative to the use of legal counsel by the town of Southbridge","description":"That the town manager of the town of Southbridge be authorized to regulate the use of legal counsel by certain town offices in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-04","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 91 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3999/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3999","sponsor":"Peter Durant"},
{"bill_id":864170,"bill_number":"S2170","title":"Relative to local public housing authorities access to the dental insurance plan managed by the group insurance commission","description":"For legislation relative to local public housing authorities access to the dental insurance plan managed by the group insurance commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2170","sponsor":"Michael Brady"},
{"bill_id":864173,"bill_number":"S2149","title":"Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers","description":"For legislation relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers; and of Sean Garballey and others relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2149).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2356","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2149","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":864174,"bill_number":"S2134","title":"Economic development and emerging technology study order","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish an Office of Rural Policy, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2134).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2134","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":864175,"bill_number":"H4055","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Donna Juarez, an employee of the Department Of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Donna Juarez, an employee of the Department Of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 105 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4055/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4055","sponsor":"Thomas Petrolati"},
{"bill_id":864176,"bill_number":"H4064","title":"Relative to the ride for hire industry","description":"House bill No. 4049, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Reported by H4570","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4064/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4064","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":865062,"bill_number":"H4078","title":"Judiciary Extension Order","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4078/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4078","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":865065,"bill_number":"H4076","title":"Environment","description":"By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4076/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4076","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":865072,"bill_number":"H4081","title":"Public health matters","description":"By Ms. Hogan of Stow, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4081/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4081","sponsor":"Kate Hogan"},
{"bill_id":865076,"bill_number":"H4082","title":"Workforce Development","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4082/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4082","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":865081,"bill_number":"H4080","title":"Further inquiry by the committee","description":"By Mr. Parisella of Beverly, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4080/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4080","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":865085,"bill_number":"H4092","title":"To convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Chesterfield","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4092/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4092","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":865091,"bill_number":"H4085","title":"Relative to corporations, shareholders, and political expenditures","description":"By Mr. Mahoney of Worcester, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4085/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4085","sponsor":"John Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":865094,"bill_number":"H4079","title":"Transportation Committee Extension Order","description":"By Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4079/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4079","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":865100,"bill_number":"H4088","title":"The Committee of Conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate further amendment of the Senate Bill relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 2021, amended), reports that the House recede from its non-concurrence with the Senate in its further amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2094) and concur therein with a still further amendment by striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4088; and that the Senate concur in the still further amendment. March 15, 2016.","description":"The Committee of Conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate further amendment of the Senate Bill relative to motor vehicle license suspension (Senate, No. 2021, amended), reports that the House recede from its non-concurrence with the Senate in its further amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2094) and concur therein with a still further amendment by striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4088; and that the Senate concur in the still further amendment. March 15, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"See S2021","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4088/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4088","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":865103,"bill_number":"H4077","title":"Extending until Friday, April 15, 2016 the time within which the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government is authorized to report on current House document 3906","description":"By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-14","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4077/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4077","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":865787,"bill_number":"H4091","title":"Matters concerning Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy","description":"By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4091/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4091","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":865791,"bill_number":"H4057","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-10","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4424","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4057/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4057","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":865795,"bill_number":"H4096","title":"Public Safety","description":"By Mr. Naughton of Clinton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4096/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4096","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":865800,"bill_number":"H4089","title":"The committee on Labor and Workforce Development","description":"By Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4089/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4089","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":865804,"bill_number":"H4087","title":"Education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4087/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4087","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":865807,"bill_number":"S2182","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Concord","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Concord. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2272","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2182","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":865812,"bill_number":"H4090","title":"Economic development opportunities for the Commonwealth","description":"By Mr. Wagner of Chicopee, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4090/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4090","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":865816,"bill_number":"H4086","title":"Education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4086/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4086","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":865823,"bill_number":"S2181","title":"Establishing Peace Day in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to establish Peace Day in the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 274 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2181","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":865828,"bill_number":"H4094","title":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","description":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4723","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4094/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4094","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":865832,"bill_number":"S2185","title":"Consumer protection and professional licensure extension order","description":"Relativerelative to consumer protection and professional licensure.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2185","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":865836,"bill_number":"S2178","title":"Establishing an autism spectrum disorder designation on driver’s licenses and identification cards and criminal justice training relative to autism spectrum disorders","description":"For legislation relative to establishing an autism spectrum disorder designation on driver’s licenses and identification cards and criminal justice training relative to autism spectrum disorders,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2178).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2178","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":865840,"bill_number":"H4093","title":"Joint Committee on Financial Services Extended Bills","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4093/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4093","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":866218,"bill_number":"H4102","title":"State administration","description":"State administration","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3889","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4102/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4102","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":866226,"bill_number":"S2186","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Albany, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2073, amended)","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill to establish a sick leave bank for Robert Albany, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2073, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"See S2073","last_action_date":"2016-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2186","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":866240,"bill_number":"H4099","title":"Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment","description":"Relative to recording persons receiving medical attention. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-10","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4660","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4099/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4099","sponsor":"Marjorie Decker"},
{"bill_id":866248,"bill_number":"S2183","title":"Expanding the community college workforce training incentive program","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill expanding the community college workforce training incentive program (Senate, No. 657),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2183).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2183","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":866256,"bill_number":"H4103","title":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","description":"Relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4103/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4103","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":866265,"bill_number":"H4098","title":"Relative to offenses while operating on a suspended license","description":"Relative to penalties for operating a motor vehicles after licenses to operate have been suspended or revoked. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4098/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4098","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":866274,"bill_number":"H4104","title":"A communication from the Division of Banks (under the provisions of section 2A of Chapter 167 of the General Laws) submitting a summary of proposed amendments to 209 CMR 40.00 et seq., Unfair and Deceptive Practices in Consumer Transactions.","description":"A communication from the Division of Banks (under the provisions of section 2A of Chapter 167 of the General Laws) submitting a summary of proposed amendments to 209 CMR 40.00 et seq., Unfair and Deceptive Practices in Consumer Transactions. Financial Services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-21","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4104/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4104","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":866282,"bill_number":"H4095","title":"Financing improvments to municipal roads","description":"Financing improvments to municipal roads","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4133","last_action_date":"2016-03-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4095/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4095","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":866291,"bill_number":"H4097","title":"Relative to automatic voter registration","description":"Relative to voter registration. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4647","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4097/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4097","sponsor":"Evandro Carvalho"},
{"bill_id":866299,"bill_number":"H4101","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements in the city of Medford and in the town of Winchester","description":"By Representative Donato of Medford and Senator DiDomenico, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul J. Donato, Sal N. DiDomenico and Sean Garballey that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant certain subsurface easements. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4518","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4101/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4101","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":866309,"bill_number":"S2184","title":"Relative to uniform financial aid information","description":"Relative to uniform financial aid information (Senate, No. 661),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled with the same title (Senate, No. 2184).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-17","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2195","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2184","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":866317,"bill_number":"H317","title":"Resolve providing for a study of compulsory school attendance","description":"Relative to compulsory school attendance. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-01-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4142","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H317","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":866325,"bill_number":"H4100","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ellen Atkinson, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ellen Atkinson, an employee of the Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 182 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4100","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":866402,"bill_number":"H4105","title":"Relative to increasing fines for safety belt violations","description":"Relative to increasing fines for safety belt violations","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4105/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4105","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":866403,"bill_number":"H4106","title":"To allow audiovisual depositions","description":"To allow audiovisual depositions","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4106/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4106","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":866404,"bill_number":"H4109","title":"Relative to an unauthorized radio telecommunication","description":"Relative to an unauthorized radio telecommunication","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4109/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4109","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":866405,"bill_number":"H4108","title":"Protecting incapacitated persons","description":"Protecting incapacitated persons","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4108/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4108","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":866407,"bill_number":"H3936","title":"Resolutions A RESOLUTION RELATIVE TO DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENSIONS FOR DRUG OFFENSES","description":"Relative to driver’s license suspensions for drug offenses. January 6, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-01-06","last_action":"Adopted, as amended","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3936/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3936","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":866408,"bill_number":"H4110","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4427","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4110/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4110","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":866409,"bill_number":"H3959","title":"Relative to higher education boards of trustees","description":"Relative to higher education boards of trustees","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-01-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3959/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3959","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":867051,"bill_number":"H4115","title":"To hold property owners accountable for recurring public nuisance","description":"To hold property owners accountable for recurring public nuisance","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4115/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4115","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":867056,"bill_number":"H4113","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Accompanied S2213","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4113/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4113","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":867059,"bill_number":"S2188","title":"Relative to partition fences","description":"For legislation relative to partition fences. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-06-29","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2188","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":867062,"bill_number":"S2187","title":"Relative to cleanliness in restaurants and bars","description":"For legislation relative to cleanliness in restaurants and bars,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2187).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2187","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":867066,"bill_number":"H4114","title":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to robotic surgery in the Commonwealth","description":"Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to robotic surgery in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4114/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4114","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":867068,"bill_number":"H4117","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4117/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4117","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":867071,"bill_number":"H4112","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Dana Moore","description":"For legislation to authorize the Franklin Regional Retirement Board to credit Dana Moore with a combination of 2 years of age and/or service to enhance his retirement benefits. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4112/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4112","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":867074,"bill_number":"H4111","title":"Financial Services Study Order","description":"Financial Services Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H948","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4111/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4111","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":867078,"bill_number":"H4107","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Relative to child-centered family law","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-30","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4544","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4107/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4107","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":867460,"bill_number":"H4118","title":"Economic development matters","description":"Economic development matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4118/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4118","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":867514,"bill_number":"H3996","title":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","description":"Relative to nurse licensure compact in Massachusetts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3996/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3996","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":867543,"bill_number":"H4116","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 70 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4116/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4116","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":868072,"bill_number":"H4119","title":"Elder Affairs","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4119/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4119","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":868092,"bill_number":"S2189","title":"Authorizing the town of Southwick to continue the employment of police chief David A. Ricardi","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Southwick to continue the employment of police chief David Ricardi. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 262 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2189","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":868449,"bill_number":"H4083","title":"Veterans affairs","description":"Veterans affairs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4083/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4083","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":868454,"bill_number":"H4120","title":"Bills for study","description":"Bills for study","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4120/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4120","sponsor":"Committee on Community Development and Small Business"},
{"bill_id":868459,"bill_number":"H4126","title":"Relative to promoting fair housing practices","description":"Relative to promoting fair housing practices","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4126/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4126","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":868464,"bill_number":"H3975","title":"Authorizing the city known as the town of Watertown to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3720). January 25, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3975/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3975","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":868469,"bill_number":"H4122","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shannon Wilkins, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shannon Wilkins, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4122/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4122","sponsor":"William Pignatelli"},
{"bill_id":868474,"bill_number":"H4048","title":"Relative to medical physics","description":"Relative to medical physics","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-09","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4048/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4048","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":868479,"bill_number":"H4127","title":"To invest in higher education faculty","description":"To invest in higher education faculty","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4127/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4127","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":868485,"bill_number":"S2190","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to further define standards of employee safety (Senate, No. 999),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2190).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2190","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":868490,"bill_number":"H4121","title":"Establishing a pulmonary hypertension task force","description":"For legislation to establish a pulmonary hypertension task force. Public Health.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4121/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4121","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":868495,"bill_number":"H4084","title":"Veterans benefits","description":"Veterans benefits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4084/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4084","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":868500,"bill_number":"S2198","title":"Resolutions Congratulating Senator Marc R. Pacheco on being conferred the Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold with Star for services to the Republic of Austria","description":"Resolutions (filed by Ms. Chandler, Messrs. Tarr, Rosenberg, Brady, Barrett, and Brownsberger, Ms. Chang-Diaz and Creem, Messrs. deMacedo, DiDomenico and Donnelly, Ms. Donoghue, Messrs. Downing, Eldridge and Fattman, Ms. Flanagan, Forry and Gobi, Mr. Humason, Ms. Jehlen, Messrs. Joyce, Keenan and Lesser, Ms. L'Italien and Lovely, Messrs. McGee, Montigny and Moore, Ms. O'Connor Ives, Messrs. Rodrigues and Ross, Ms. Spilka, Messrs. Timilty, Welch and Wolf) “congratulating Senator Marc R. Pacheco on being conferred the Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold with Star for services to the Republic of Austria.”","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Adopted -See Roll Call #259 [37 Yeas - 0 Nays]","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2198","sponsor":"Harriette Chandler"},
{"bill_id":868509,"bill_number":"H4124","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Miranda Marie Flanagan, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"Relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Miranda Marie Flanagan, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-24","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4124/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4124","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":868515,"bill_number":"H4047","title":"Relative to lottery compliance investigations","description":"Relative to lottery compliance investigations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4047/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4047","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":868520,"bill_number":"H4123","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Leanna Babineau, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Leanna Babineau, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 98 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4123/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4123","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":868525,"bill_number":"S2191","title":"Establishing the MassMade Program","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing the MassMade Program (Senate, No. 2135),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2191).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2191","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":868530,"bill_number":"S2193","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Spilka) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116)","description":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Spilka) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"See H4116","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2193","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":868535,"bill_number":"S2197","title":"Resolutions commending Roberta \"Bobbi\" Gibb on the fiftieth anniversary of her achievement as the first woman to run the Boston Marathon","description":"Resolutions (filed by Messrs. Tarr and Brady, Ms. L’Italien, Messrs. McGee and Joyce, Ms. Lovely, Mr. Timilty, Ms. Gobi, Ms. Donoghue, Mr. Lesser, Ms. O’Connor Ives, Ms. Chandler and Messrs. Eldridge and Fattman) “commending Roberta \"Bobbi\" Gibb on the fiftieth anniversary of her achievement as the first woman to run the Boston Marathon.”","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Adopted -- See Roll Call #258 [38 Yeas - 0 Nays]","last_action_date":"2016-03-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2197","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":868540,"bill_number":"H4125","title":"To facilitate and regulate residential selling practices","description":"To facilitate and regulate residential selling practices","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4125/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4125","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":868821,"bill_number":"H4131","title":"Further regulating the disposition of a certain parcel of land in the town of Belchertown","description":"Relative to certain state owned land in the town of Belchertown. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 130 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4131/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4131","sponsor":"Thomas Petrolati"},
{"bill_id":868823,"bill_number":"S2195","title":"Relative to uniform financial aid information","description":"Relative to uniform financial aid information (Senate, No. 2195) (being the text of Senate, No. 2184, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2195","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":868825,"bill_number":"H4130","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth to acquire certain land in the city of Marlborough","description":"By Miss Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Danielle W. Gregoire and Carmine L. Gentile that the commissioner of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to acquire a certain parcel of land in the city of Marlborough. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-23","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4130/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4130","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":868826,"bill_number":"S2194","title":"Relative to unsolicited loans","description":"Relative to unsolicited loans (Senate, No. 2194) (being the text of Senate, No. 175, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2194","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":868829,"bill_number":"H4132","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to issue an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of New Bedford be authorized to issue 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4306","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4132/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4132","sponsor":"Antonio Cabral"},
{"bill_id":868831,"bill_number":"H4129","title":"Relative to streamlined low-voltage alarm system installation and permitting","description":"Relative to streamlined low-voltage alarm system installation and permitting","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4547","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4129/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4129","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":868833,"bill_number":"H4128","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention","description":"Resolve establishing a special commission on behavioral health promotion and upstream prevention","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-28","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":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4128/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4128","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"},
{"bill_id":868834,"bill_number":"S2196","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Spilka) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116)","description":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Spilka) to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"See H4116","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2196","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":869461,"bill_number":"H4137","title":"To provide equal access to the Bureau of Special Education Appeals","description":"To provide equal access to the Bureau of Special Education Appeals","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4137/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4137","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":869462,"bill_number":"H4133","title":"Financing improvements to certain municipal roads","description":"Financing improvements to certain municipal roads","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 78 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4133/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4133","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":869463,"bill_number":"H4140","title":"To expedite multifamily housing construction and cluster development","description":"To expedite multifamily housing construction and cluster development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4140/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4140","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":869464,"bill_number":"H4134","title":"Election Laws","description":"Election Laws","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-30","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3359","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4134/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4134","sponsor":"Committee on Election Laws"},
{"bill_id":869465,"bill_number":"H4138","title":"Relative to teacher preparation and certification","description":"Relative to teacher preparation and certification","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4138/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4138","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":869466,"bill_number":"H4139","title":"Relative to the school choice program","description":"Relative to the school choice program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4139/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4139","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":869467,"bill_number":"H4135","title":"Providing for an out of state license to be valid proof of age","description":"Providing for an out of state license to be valid proof of age","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4135/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4135","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":869468,"bill_number":"H4136","title":"Relative to housing preservation and production in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to housing preservation and production in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4136/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4136","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":869670,"bill_number":"H4147","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor transmitting to the General Court a letter making recommendations (pursuant to Section 3 of Article 62 of the Amendments to the Constitution) relative to the terms of bonds issued for the municipal road and bridge program. Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets (House).","description":"Relative to the terms of bonds issued for the municipal road and bridge program. Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets (House).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4147/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4147","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":869671,"bill_number":"H4149","title":"Relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles","description":"Relative to violations for passing a stopped or stationary waste or recycling collection vehicle on a public way. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-18","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/12/2016 from 11:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2016-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4149/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4149","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":869672,"bill_number":"H4152","title":"Regulating motor vehicle exhaust sound levels","description":"Relative to motor vehicle exhaust sound levels. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-11-12","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4152/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4152","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":869673,"bill_number":"H4150","title":"Relative to the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases","description":"Relative to the statute of limitations in civil child sexual abuse cases. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-17","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 04/12/2016 from 11:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2016-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4150/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4150","sponsor":"Diana DiZoglio"},
{"bill_id":869674,"bill_number":"H4146","title":"Text of a further (offered by Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill) to Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116)","description":"Text of a further (offered by Mr. Dempsey of Haverhill) to Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects (House, No. 4116)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Text of a further amendment, see H4116","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4146/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4146","sponsor":"Brian Dempsey"},
{"bill_id":869675,"bill_number":"H4153","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the Navy Cross Recipient PFC Alvin Richard Gale, USMC Memorial Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the Navy Cross Recipient PFC Alvin Richard Gale, USMC Memorial Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 450 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4153/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4153","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":869676,"bill_number":"S2200","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"For legislation to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2200).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2293","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2200","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":869677,"bill_number":"S2202","title":"Relative to the development and preservation of affordable housing for persons with disabilities and the elderly.","description":"For legislation relative to the development and preservation of affordable housing for persons with disabilities and the elderly,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2202).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2202","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":869678,"bill_number":"S2201","title":"Authorizing the town of Salisbury to grant 5 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation relative to liquor licenses within the town of Salisbury,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2201).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-26","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 249 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2201","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":869679,"bill_number":"S2203","title":"Enhancing reform, innovation and success in education","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to further narrow the achievement gap (Senate, No. 327),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act enhancing reform, innovation and success in education” (Senate, No. 2203).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed - Roll Call #273 [YEAS 22 - NAYS 13]","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2203","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":869680,"bill_number":"H4148","title":"To allow municipalities to invest in credit unions","description":"To allow municipalities to invest in credit unions","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-31","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4683","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4148/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4148","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":869681,"bill_number":"S2205","title":"Relative to a regional veterans' services district in Essex County","description":"For legislation relative to a regional veterans' services district in Essex County. Veterans and Federal Affairs. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-12-30","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4615","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2205","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":869682,"bill_number":"H4151","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Palmer for conservation purposes","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Palmer for conservation purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"State Administration and Regulatory Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4151/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4151","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":869824,"bill_number":"H4155","title":"Creating a task force on Massachusetts older adults of all incomes","description":"Creating a task force on Massachusetts older adults of all incomes","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4460","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4155/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4155","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":870032,"bill_number":"H4163","title":"Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development","description":"Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4163/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4163","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":870033,"bill_number":"H4164","title":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","description":"Relative to bow hunting for deer in Wompatuck State Park","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4164/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4164","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870034,"bill_number":"H4145","title":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","description":"Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4145/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4145","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":870035,"bill_number":"H4158","title":"Authorizing the town of Rehoboth to transfer a conservation easement on a certain parcel of land","description":"That the town of Rehoboth be authorized to convey a certain parcel of town owned land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4158/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4158","sponsor":"Steven Howitt"},
{"bill_id":870036,"bill_number":"H4157","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to grant 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":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4238","last_action_date":"2016-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4157/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4157","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":870038,"bill_number":"S2206","title":"Revising the charter of the town of Swampscott","description":"For legislation to revise the charter of the town of Swampscott. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 106 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2206","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":870039,"bill_number":"H4143","title":"Relative to student data privacy","description":"Relative to student data privacy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","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":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4143/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4143","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":870040,"bill_number":"H4161","title":"Designating the Sunday preceding the third Monday in April as First Responder Day","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill designating March the 26th as First Responders Day (House, No. 2791). April 4, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-04-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 79 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-04-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4161/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4161","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":870041,"bill_number":"H4156","title":"Establishing the genetic engineering transparency food labeling act","description":"Establishing the genetic engineering transparency food labeling act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-04","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-04","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4156/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4156","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870042,"bill_number":"H4159","title":"Authorizing the change in use of certain park land in the city of Springfield","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to convert certain lands to construct a senior center and a replacement park. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 193 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4159/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4159","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":870044,"bill_number":"H4141","title":"Relative to special education finance","description":"Relative to special education finance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4141/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4141","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":870045,"bill_number":"H4160","title":"Resolutions supporting efforts to ensure that students from Massachusetts have access to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities","description":"Relative to debt-free higher education at public colleges and universities. Higher Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting, the question being on adoption","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4160/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4160","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":870046,"bill_number":"H4142","title":"Resolve providing for a study of compulsory school attendance","description":"Resolve providing for a study of compulsory school attendance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4142/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4142","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":870047,"bill_number":"H4162","title":"Cranberry revitalization","description":"Cranberry revitalization","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4162/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4162","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870048,"bill_number":"H4144","title":"Relative to testing requirements for veterans who wish to become educators","description":"Relative to testing requirements for veterans who wish to become educators","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4144/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4144","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
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{"bill_id":870798,"bill_number":"H4166","title":"Relative to drinking water and ground water research","description":"Relative to drinking water and ground water research","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4166/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4166","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870800,"bill_number":"H4170","title":"Regulating the cultivation of Industrial Hemp","description":"Regulating the cultivation of Industrial Hemp","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4170/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4170","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870802,"bill_number":"H4168","title":"To reduce plastic bag pollution","description":"To reduce plastic bag pollution","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4168/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4168","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870807,"bill_number":"H4165","title":"Relative to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife","description":"Relative to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4165/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4165","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870809,"bill_number":"H4171","title":"Amending MGL 21E AND 310 CMR 4.03","description":"Amending MGL 21E AND 310 CMR 4.03","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4171/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4171","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870813,"bill_number":"H4169","title":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","description":"Relative to the conservation of striped bass","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4169/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4169","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870816,"bill_number":"S2208","title":"Expanding Educational Opportunity","description":"Senate April 5, 2016 -- Text of amendment (23) (offered by Senator Rodrigues) to the Senate Bill enhancing reform, innovation and success in education (Senate, No. 2203)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2208","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":870818,"bill_number":"S2209","title":"Corrective Amendment","description":"Senate April 5, 2016 -- Text of amendment (50) (offered by Senator Spilka) to the Senate Bill enhancing reform, innovation and success in education (Senate, No. 2203)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2209","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":870824,"bill_number":"H4167","title":"To establish the clean environment fund","description":"To establish the clean environment fund","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4167/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4167","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":870827,"bill_number":"H4173","title":"The Committee of Conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate further amendment of the Senate Bill relative to solar energy (Senate, No. 1979, amended), reports that the House recede from its non-concurrence with the Senate in its further amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2058) and concur therein with a still further amendment by striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4173; and that the Senate concur in the still further amendment. April 5, 2016.","description":"The Committee of Conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate further amendment of the Senate Bill relative to solar energy (Senate, No. 1979, amended), reports that the House recede from its non-concurrence with the Senate in its further amendment (striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2058) and concur therein with a still further amendment by striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of House document numbered 4173; and that the Senate concur in the still further amendment. April 5, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S1979","last_action_date":"2016-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4173/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4173","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":870830,"bill_number":"S2210","title":"Charter School Reform","description":"Senate April 5, 2016 -- Text of redrafted amendment (51) (offered by Senator Tarr) to the Senate Bill enhancing reform, innovation and success in education (Senate, No. 2203)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2210","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":871214,"bill_number":"H4172","title":"Massachusetts Municipal Lobbying Policy","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4172/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4172","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":871215,"bill_number":"H4154","title":"Public service","description":"By Mr. Murphy of Weymouth, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4154/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4154","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":871216,"bill_number":"S2215","title":"Senate documents numbered 209, 210, 211, 214, 215, 216, 217, 218, 220, 222, 223, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 235, 237, 239, 240, 241, and 242","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to thoroughbred horse breeding, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2215).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Reported in part by S224","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2215","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":871217,"bill_number":"S2217","title":"Relative to commuter transit benefits","description":"For legislation relative to commuter transit benefits. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2217","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
{"bill_id":871218,"bill_number":"S2214","title":"Higher education matters.","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a Master of Library Science assistance program, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2214).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Reported in part by S679","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2214","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":871219,"bill_number":"H4175","title":"Relative to municipal elections in the city of Somerville","description":"That the city of Somerville be authorized to amend the form of petitions accompanying statements of candidates relative to non-partisan municipal elections in said city. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 321 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4175/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4175","sponsor":"Timothy Toomey"},
{"bill_id":871220,"bill_number":"H4176","title":"An order (filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton) relative to special procedures for the consideration of the Initiative Amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars [House, No. 3933]","description":"Relative to special procedures for the consideration of the Initiative Amendment to the Constitution to provide resources for education and transportation through an additional tax on incomes in excess of one million dollars [House, No. 3933]. April 6, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4176/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4176","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":871221,"bill_number":"H4177","title":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4177","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":871508,"bill_number":"H4180","title":"Requiring transparency in telephone solicitations","description":"Requiring transparency in telephone solicitations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Read second, amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4334","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4180","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871510,"bill_number":"S2207","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"For legislationfor legislation to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2207).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2416","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2207","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":871512,"bill_number":"H4179","title":"Requiring a \"Made in Massachusetts\" logo to be included in on screen credits for movies filmed in Massachusetts","description":"Requiring a \"Made in Massachusetts\" logo to be included in on screen credits for movies filmed in Massachusetts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4179","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":871514,"bill_number":"H4178","title":"Relative to the International Trade Commission's reporting requirements","description":"Relative to the International Trade Commission's reporting requirements","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4178/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4178","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":871516,"bill_number":"S2216","title":"Relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants","description":"Relative to the use of community corrections for pre-trial detainees and criminal defendants (Senate, No. 1275),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2216","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":871518,"bill_number":"S2213","title":"To prevent death and disability from stroke","description":"For legislation relative to Acute-care hospitals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2213).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2213","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":871520,"bill_number":"S2212","title":"Relative to safe application and removal of body art","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to prohibit the practice of body piercing, so-called, unless licensed by the Department of Public Health,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2212).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2212","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871522,"bill_number":"H4181","title":"Prohibiting robocalls to all mobile telephone devices","description":"Prohibiting robocalls to all mobile telephone devices","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4181/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4181","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871525,"bill_number":"H4186","title":"Relative to the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana","description":"Relative to zoning regulations of structures used for growing, cultivation, distribution or dispensation of marijuana or marihuana. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4326","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4186/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4186","sponsor":"Thomas Calter"},
{"bill_id":871527,"bill_number":"H4187","title":"Protecting Massachusetts pollinators","description":"Protecting Massachusetts pollinators","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4187/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4187","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":871529,"bill_number":"S2211","title":"Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"For legislationfor legislation to increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve the treatment individuals with autism receive in medical settings; and of Carolyn C. Dykema and others relative to the training of persons supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2211).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4635","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2211","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":871702,"bill_number":"H4183","title":"To prohibit negative option sales and disclosure of financial and personal information without a consumer’s express agreement","description":"To prohibit negative option sales and disclosure of financial and personal information without a consumer’s express agreement","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-11","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":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4183/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4183","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871703,"bill_number":"H4184","title":"Further regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Somerville","description":"Further regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Somerville","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 142 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4184/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4184","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871704,"bill_number":"H4185","title":"Authorizing the town of Acton to grant 16 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 Acton to grant 16 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":"2016-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 292 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4185/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4185","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871705,"bill_number":"H4182","title":"Relative to exempting home appliance service and repair technicians from certain provisions of the Massachusetts Plumbing Code","description":"Relative to exempting home appliance service and repair technicians from certain provisions of the Massachusetts Plumbing Code","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4182/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4182","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":871969,"bill_number":"H4192","title":"To authorize the town of Foxborough to establish additional mandated reporters in the town of Foxborough for the purposes of the protection and care of children","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to establish additional mandated reporters for the purposes of the protection and care of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4192","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":871970,"bill_number":"S2219","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 department of capital asset management and maintenance to lease certain land in the town of Hull to The Friends of the Paragon Carousel, Inc.,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2219).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 208 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2219","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":871971,"bill_number":"H4188","title":"Relative to state oversight of professional licensing boards","description":"Relativerelative to state oversight of professional licensing boards.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-11","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4665","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4188/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4188","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":871973,"bill_number":"H4189","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Laurie Godwin, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Laurie Godwin, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 124 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4189/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4189","sponsor":"Carole Fiola"},
{"bill_id":871974,"bill_number":"H4193","title":"Further regulating the reserve fund for credit unions","description":"Further regulating the reserve fund for credit unions","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 453 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4193/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4193","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871975,"bill_number":"H4202","title":"Concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals","description":"Concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4636","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4202/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4202","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871977,"bill_number":"H4205","title":"Relative to the care and treatment of patients with mitochondrial disease","description":"Relative to the care and treatment of patients with mitochondrial disease","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4205/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4205","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871978,"bill_number":"H4198","title":"Relative to Lyme disease treatment coverage","description":"Relative to Lyme disease treatment coverage","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4622","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4198/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4198","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871980,"bill_number":"H4206","title":"Relative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders","description":"Relative to insurance coverage for craniofacial disorders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4206/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4206","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871981,"bill_number":"H4195","title":"Relative to prescription eye drops","description":"Relative to prescription eye drops","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4195/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4195","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871982,"bill_number":"H4197","title":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","description":"Reforming labor rates paid by insurance companies to auto repairers in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4197/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4197","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871984,"bill_number":"H4196","title":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks","description":"Relative to the regulation of the business of domestic and foreign money transmission by the Division of Banks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4196/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4196","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871985,"bill_number":"H4194","title":"Relative to family financial protection","description":"Relative to family financial protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4194/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4194","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871986,"bill_number":"H4190","title":"Relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Franco Tarquinio, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Franco Tarquinio, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4190/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4190","sponsor":"Donald Berthiaume"},
{"bill_id":871988,"bill_number":"H4191","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Carl Taylor, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Carl Taylor, an employee of the Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4191/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4191","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":871989,"bill_number":"H4204","title":"Resolve establishing a Commission to Study the Feasibility of a Secure Choice Retirement Savings Option","description":"Resolve establishing a Commission to Study the Feasibility of a Secure Choice Retirement Savings Option","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Resolve recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4204/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4204","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871991,"bill_number":"H4203","title":"Relative to single risk limitations","description":"Relative to single risk limitations","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4203/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4203","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":871992,"bill_number":"S2220","title":"Enhancing reform, innovation and success in education","description":"Enhancing reform, innovation and success in education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2220","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":872400,"bill_number":"H4213","title":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","description":"Relative to small town residential neighborhood revitalization","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4213/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4213","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872403,"bill_number":"H4210","title":"Relative to the curatorship program","description":"Relative to the curatorship program","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4210/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4210","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872406,"bill_number":"H4212","title":"Relative to industrial zoned small business property tax exemption","description":"Relative to industrial zoned small business property tax exemption","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4212/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4212","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872408,"bill_number":"H4208","title":"Chapter 40B","description":"Chapter 40B","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4208/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4208","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":872410,"bill_number":"H4211","title":"Providing for a workforce housing financing plan","description":"Providing for a workforce housing financing plan","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4211/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4211","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872412,"bill_number":"H4209","title":"DHCD, condominiums, manufactured housing, & miscellaneous","description":"DHCD, condominiums, manufactured housing, & miscellaneous","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4209/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4209","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":872730,"bill_number":"S2221","title":"Authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"For legislation to authorize a study of school day starting times and schedules,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2221).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2464","last_action_date":"2016-07-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2221","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":872733,"bill_number":"H4214","title":"Providing for limited property tax relief for certain elder citizens in the town of Andover","description":"Providing for limited property tax relief for certain elder citizens in the town of Andover","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4214/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4214","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872737,"bill_number":"S2222","title":"Relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation relative to the composition of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2222).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2222","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":872741,"bill_number":"H4216","title":"Increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown","description":"Increasing the exemption for residential property in the town of Provincetown","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-08-08","last_action":"Read; and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4216/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4216","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872744,"bill_number":"S2225","title":"Relative to municipal contracts in the city of Somerville","description":"For legislation relative to contracts in the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 340 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2225","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":872747,"bill_number":"H4207","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"To modernize municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Accompanied H4331","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4207/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4207","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":872750,"bill_number":"H4220","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement over a certain parcel of land in the town of Dracut","description":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey an easement over a certain parcel of land in the town of Dracut","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 202 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4220/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4220","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":872752,"bill_number":"H4217","title":"Relative to the Robin Reyes Capital Stabilization Fund in the town of Dedham","description":"Relative to the Robin Reyes Capital Stabilization Fund in the town of Dedham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 204 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4217/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4217","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":872756,"bill_number":"S2218","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill to establish a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Department of Correction (see Senate, No. 2118)","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor (pursuant to Part the Second, Chapter I, Section I, Article II of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts) returning with his objections thereto in writing, the engrossed Bill to establish a sick leave bank for Wallace Seward, an employee of the Department of Correction (Senate, No. 2118).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-07","last_action":"See S2118","last_action_date":"2016-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2218","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":872760,"bill_number":"H4199","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 3400) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. April 13, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Adopted 116 YEAS to 34 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 217)","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4199/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4199","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":872764,"bill_number":"S2226","title":"Order relative to requesting the opinions of the Honorable the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court on an important question of law relative to preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion","description":"Senate April 13, 2016 -- Offered by Senator Anne M. Gobi","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2226","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":872767,"bill_number":"H4219","title":"Strengthening public education in the Commonwealth","description":"For legislation to promote educational resource allocation decisions at the local level. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4666","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4219/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4219","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":872771,"bill_number":"S2223","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2223).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2223","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":872775,"bill_number":"H4215","title":"Relative to the protection of open spaces","description":"Relative to the protection of open spaces","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4215/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4215","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":873022,"bill_number":"H4223","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4223/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4223","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":873024,"bill_number":"H4221","title":"Relative to defining employees classified in Group 4","description":"For legislation to classify court officer I, court officer II, and court officer III in Group 4 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-07","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/18/2016 from 12:00 PM-01:00 PM in 222","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4221/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4221","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":873025,"bill_number":"S2228","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jodi Paris Anastos, an employee of the Operational Services Division","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jodi Paris Anastos, an employee of the Operational Services Division. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2312","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2228","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":873027,"bill_number":"S2227","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of certain employees of the town of Erving","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of Robert H. Miner (Senate, No. 2131)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 168 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2227","sponsor":"Stanley Rosenberg"},
{"bill_id":873028,"bill_number":"H4222","title":"Relative to fee waivers for registered nurses after retirement","description":"For legislation to waive certain fees for retired registered nurses. Public Health.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4676","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4222/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4222","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":873029,"bill_number":"H4218","title":"Judiciary Extension Order","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-14","last_action":"Adopted in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-04-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4218/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4218","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":873726,"bill_number":"S2229","title":"Relative to tethering of dogs","description":"For legislation relative to tethering of dogs,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2229).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-19","last_action":"Accompanied S878","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2229","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":873729,"bill_number":"H4227","title":"Authorizing the election of a charter commission in the city of Medford at the state election (presidential election) to take place on November 8, 2016","description":"Relative to authorizing the election of a charter commission in the city of Medford. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-19","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4227/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4227","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":873731,"bill_number":"H4228","title":"Higher education","description":"Higher education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4228/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4228","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":873734,"bill_number":"H4226","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"To modernize municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-19","last_action":"Accompanied H4331","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4226/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4226","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":874027,"bill_number":"S2238","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Evelena Brown, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Evelena Brown, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 118 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2238","sponsor":"Karen Spilka"},
{"bill_id":874028,"bill_number":"H4230","title":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","description":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4278","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4230","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
{"bill_id":874029,"bill_number":"S2234","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction (Senate, No. 2152),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2234) (also accompanied by Senate, No. 747 and House, No. 2434).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2269","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2234","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":874031,"bill_number":"S2230","title":"Relative to family financial protection","description":"For legislation relative to family financial protection,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2230).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2409","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2230/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2230","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":874032,"bill_number":"S2235","title":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","description":"Regulating secondary metals dealings","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"See H3806","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2235","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":874034,"bill_number":"S2233","title":"Relative to self-storage insurance","description":"Relative to self-storage insurance (Senate, No. 533),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2233).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 401 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2233","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":874035,"bill_number":"S2231","title":"Relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage","description":"For legislation relative to Lyme Disease treatment coverage,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2231).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2381","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2231","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":874036,"bill_number":"S2232","title":"Relative to motor vehicle service contracts","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle service contracts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2232).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-21","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2232","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":874037,"bill_number":"H4174","title":"Extending deadline for H.3906 until May 16","description":"By Mr. O'Day of West Boylston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4174/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4174","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":874039,"bill_number":"H4224","title":"English Language Learners & Bilingual Education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4224","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":874040,"bill_number":"H4225","title":"Early Education & Care","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4225/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4225","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":874041,"bill_number":"S2224","title":"Establishing a parks and recreation committee in the town of Becket","description":"Substituted by amendment (Bills in the Third Reading) for the Senate Bill authorizing the town of Becket to establish a parks and recreation committee (Senate, No. 2085)","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2224/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2224","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":874042,"bill_number":"H4229","title":"Home Care","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4229/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4229","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":874166,"bill_number":"S2241","title":"Relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking","description":"For legislation relative to ivory and rhino horn trafficking,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2241).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2241","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":874167,"bill_number":"S2240","title":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping","description":"Relative to protecting, preserving, and increasing access to family camping; and of Elizabeth A. Poirier and others that the Department of Environmental Protection be directed to revise regulations to protect and preserve the camping industry,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2240).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2240","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":874168,"bill_number":"S2236","title":"Tourism, arts and cultural development","description":"Tourism, arts and cultural development","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2236","sponsor":"Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development"},
{"bill_id":874169,"bill_number":"S2242","title":"Creating a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities","description":"For legislation to create a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2242).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2471","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2242","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":874170,"bill_number":"S2239","title":"Relative to studying the impacts of changing the Massachusetts time zone","description":"For legislation relative to studying the impacts of changing the Massachusetts time zone,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2239).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2239","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":874171,"bill_number":"S2237","title":"Harness Horse Racing and Rules of Horse Racing proposed regulations","description":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing and 205 CMR 4.00 Rules of Horse Racing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-21","last_action":"Report accepted","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2237","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":874296,"bill_number":"S2192","title":"Relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to the improvement in the process for collecting delinquent property taxes; and of John J. Mahoney and others relative to the process for collecting delinquent property taxes,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2192).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-03-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2192/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2192","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":874298,"bill_number":"H4238","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 286 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4238/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4238","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874776,"bill_number":"S2252","title":"Relative to the administration of diabetes medication","description":"For legislation relative to the administration of diabetes medication,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2252).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2252","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":874783,"bill_number":"S2250","title":"Authorizing the town of Mendon to return a certain parcel in the town of Mendon to John D. Gannett, Jr. and Ute D. Gannett","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Mendon to return a certain parcel in the town of Mendon to John D. Gannett, Jr. and Ute D. Gannett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 203 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2250","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":874786,"bill_number":"S2246","title":"An Act relative to robocalls and telephone solicitation","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to professional solicitors,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2246).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2246","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874790,"bill_number":"S2247","title":"Relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission","description":"Relative to investigators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2247).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2247","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874794,"bill_number":"S2249","title":"Authorizing the temporary use of the Clapp elementary school property in the City of Woburn for civic purposes","description":"For legislation relative to the temporary use of the Clapp School in the City of Woburn. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 200 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2249","sponsor":"Kenneth Donnelly"},
{"bill_id":874797,"bill_number":"S2253","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"For legislationfor legislation to involve youth in civic engagement,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2253).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2454","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2253","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":874802,"bill_number":"S2244","title":"Relative to serving wine in private clubs","description":"For legislation relative to the sale of wine,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2244).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 447 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2244","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874806,"bill_number":"H4246","title":"Authorizing the city of Medford to use certain land for any municipal purpose","description":"Substituted by the House, as recommended by the committee on Bill in the Third Reading, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3986). April 27, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 153 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4246/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4246","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":874813,"bill_number":"S2245","title":"Relative to motor vehicle warranties","description":"For legislation relative to motor vehicle warranties,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2245).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2245","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874817,"bill_number":"S2248","title":"Protecting consumers of sign language and oral interpretation and transliteration","description":"For legislation to protect consumers of sign language and oral interpretation and transliteration,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2248).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2248","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":874974,"bill_number":"S2258","title":"Promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth.","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote agriculture in the Commonwealth (Senate, No. 2171),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth” (Senate, No. 2258).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2286","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2258","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":874975,"bill_number":"H4239","title":"Land in Marlborough, Belchertown, and Palmer","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4239/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4239","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":874976,"bill_number":"S2254","title":"Relative to financial literacy in schools","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a curriculum on personal financial literacy in the public schools and of Jonathan D. Zlotnik and others relative to establishing a personal finance, civic responsibility and general legal high school social studies curriculum,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2254).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2254","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":874977,"bill_number":"S2255","title":"To provide equal access to the bureau of special education appeals","description":"For legislation to provide equal access to the bureau of special education appeals,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2255).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2255","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":874978,"bill_number":"H4250","title":"Establishing a tax credit and personal income tax deduction for student loan assistance","description":"For legislation to establish tax credits and personal income tax deductions for student loan assistance. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4626","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4250/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4250","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":874979,"bill_number":"H4248","title":"Criminalizing the rental of cars to be used in crimes","description":"Relative to the punishment for the use of rental vehicles in the commission of crimes. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-03","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/18/2016 from 12:00 PM-02:00 PM in B-1","last_action_date":"2016-05-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4248/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4248","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":874980,"bill_number":"H4249","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Cecile Ferrie an employee of the Department of Correction.","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ceclie Ferrie, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 370 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4249/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4249","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":874981,"bill_number":"S2259","title":"Non-conforming structures","description":"Relative to non-conforming structures (House, No. 3611),-- 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 2259.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"See H3611","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2259","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":874982,"bill_number":"S2256","title":"Providing immediate childcare assistance to homeless families","description":"For legislation to provide immediate childcare assistance to homeless families,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2256).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-04-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2256","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":874983,"bill_number":"H4251","title":"Designating the town of Billerica as the Yankee Doodle Town","description":"That the town of Billerica be designated as the Yankee Doodle town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 260 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4251","sponsor":"Marc Lombardo"},
{"bill_id":874984,"bill_number":"H4247","title":"To authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to establish additional mandated reporters for the purpose of the protection and care of children","description":"For legislation to establish additional mandated reporters for the purposes of the protection and care of children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-25","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4679","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4247/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4247","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":874985,"bill_number":"S2257","title":"Supporting the rights of children in the custody of the Department of Children and Families","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to keep siblings together (Senate, No. 104),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act supporting the rights of children in the custody of the Department of Children and Families” (Senate, No. 2257).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2257","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":875318,"bill_number":"S2269","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-06-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2269","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":875343,"bill_number":"S2251","title":"Report of the committee on Post Audit and Oversight (pursuant to Section 63 of Chapter 3 of the General Laws, as most recently amended by Chapter 557 of the Acts of 1986) submitting a report entitled: Behind Closed Doors: Rate-Setting for Homeowners Insurance in Massachusetts","description":"Report of the committee on Post Audit and Oversight (pursuant to Section 63 of Chapter 3 of the General Laws, as most recently amended by Chapter 557 of the Acts of 1986) submitting a report entitled: Behind Closed Doors: Rate-Setting for Homeowners Insurance in Massachusetts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2251/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2251","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight"},
{"bill_id":875891,"bill_number":"S2267","title":"Relative to school bus safety","description":"For legislation relative to school bus safety,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2267).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2267","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":875892,"bill_number":"S2264","title":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations","description":"For legislation relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2264).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2476","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2264","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":875893,"bill_number":"S2266","title":"Promoting electric vehicle adoption","description":"For legislation to promote electric vehicle adoption,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2266).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2505","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2266","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":875894,"bill_number":"S2276","title":"Relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment","description":"For legislation relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2276).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2517","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2276/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2276","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":875895,"bill_number":"S2272","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Concord","description":"For legislation to authorize the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Concord,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2272).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 209 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2272","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":875896,"bill_number":"S2263","title":"Relative to the removal or transportation of trash","description":"For legislation relative to the removal or transportation of trash,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2263).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2263","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":875898,"bill_number":"S2274","title":"Relative to waste-to-energy-facilities","description":"For legislation relative to waste-to-energy facilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2274).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2274","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":875899,"bill_number":"H4254","title":"To enable the Commonwealth’s administration of the Massachusetts Pollutant Discharge Elimination System","description":"Relative to enabling the Commonwealth’s administration of the Massachusetts Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4672","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4254/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4254","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":875900,"bill_number":"H4252","title":"Judiciary Extension Order","description":"By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4252/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4252","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":875902,"bill_number":"H4257","title":"A report of the Division of Banks (under Section 14 of Chapter 167 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to 209 CMR 46.00: Community Reinvestment","description":"A report of the Division of Banks (under Section 14 of Chapter 167 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to 209 CMR 46.00: Community Reinvestment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4257/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4257","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":875903,"bill_number":"S2262","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,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2262).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2262","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":875905,"bill_number":"S2271","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"For legislationfor legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers and prospective employers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2271).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2394","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2271","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":875906,"bill_number":"S2275","title":"Establishing a broadband infrastructure study commission","description":"Relative to providing matching grants for funding gigabit-speed networks and for the evaluation of consumer focused municipal broadband service offerings,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2275).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2275/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2275","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":875907,"bill_number":"S2265","title":"Providing for the enhanced protection of the dig safe law","description":"For legislation to provide for the enhanced protection of the dig safe law,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2265).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2265","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":875908,"bill_number":"H4201","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4451","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4201/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4201","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":875909,"bill_number":"S2273","title":"To regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems","description":"For legislation to regulate the use of automatic license plate reader systems,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2273).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2273","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":875910,"bill_number":"S2270","title":"Relative to the office of the child advocate","description":"For legislation relative to the office of the child advocate,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2270).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2270","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":875912,"bill_number":"S2277","title":"Protecting elders and persons with disabilities","description":"For legislation relative to protecting elders and persons with disabilities. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2277","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":875913,"bill_number":"H4256","title":"A report of the Division of Banks (under Section 6A of Chapter 171 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to 209 CMR 50.00: Parity with Federal Credit Unions (Parity Regulations) implementing regulations under said law","description":"A report of the Division of Banks (under Section 6A of Chapter 171 of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to 209 CMR 50.00: Parity with Federal Credit Unions (Parity Regulations) implementing regulations under said law","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4256/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4256","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":875914,"bill_number":"H4255","title":"Exempting the city of Springfield from certain provisions of Section 29 of Chapter 43","description":"Exempting the city of Springfield from certain provisions of Section 29 of Chapter 43","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4255/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4255","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":876594,"bill_number":"H4265","title":"To protect victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense","description":"For legislation to protect victims of rape and children conceived during the commission of said offense. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-21","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4265/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4265","sponsor":"Michelle DuBois"},
{"bill_id":876595,"bill_number":"H4237","title":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","description":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4537","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4237/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4237","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876596,"bill_number":"H4231","title":"Building real incentives for college savings","description":"Building real incentives for college savings","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4231/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4231","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876597,"bill_number":"H4268","title":"Relative to a certain road in the city of Boston","description":"Relative to changing the name of the American Legion highway to the American Legion parkway. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2015-12-10","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4268","sponsor":"Russell Holmes"},
{"bill_id":876598,"bill_number":"H4259","title":"Massachusetts municipal lobbying policy","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Adopted in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4259/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4259","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":876599,"bill_number":"H4241","title":"To protect children, firefighters and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"To protect children, firefighters and families from harmful flame retardants","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4241/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4241","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":876600,"bill_number":"S2284","title":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Easthampton to grant 8 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 122 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2284","sponsor":"Donald Humason"},
{"bill_id":876601,"bill_number":"H4266","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Patricia Barry, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Patricia Barry, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 138 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4266/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4266","sponsor":"Kimberly Ferguson"},
{"bill_id":876602,"bill_number":"S2281","title":"Authorizing the town of Windsor to reinstate Police Chief Thomas J. Barnaby","description":"For legislation to authorize the Town of Windsor to continue the employment of Police Chief Thomas Barnaby. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 434 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2281","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":876603,"bill_number":"S2286","title":"Promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth.","description":"Promoting agriculture in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2286","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":876604,"bill_number":"H4269","title":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","description":"Relative to apprenticeship programs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4269/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4269","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":876605,"bill_number":"H4267","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Rick Freni, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Rick Freni, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 139 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4267/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4267","sponsor":"Roselee Vincent"},
{"bill_id":876606,"bill_number":"S2283","title":"Relative to nondiscrimination regional advisory boards","description":"Relative to nondiscrimination regional advisory boards (Senate, No. 989),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2283).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2283","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":876607,"bill_number":"H4263","title":"Authorizing the town of Deerfield to continue the employment of police officers Gary Sibilia and David Gendron","description":"That the town of Deerfield be authorized to exempt police officers Gary Sibilia and David Gendron from the mandatory retirement age in said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 377 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4263/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4263","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":876608,"bill_number":"H4242","title":"Public health matters","description":"Public health matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4242/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4242","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":876609,"bill_number":"H4245","title":"Establishing a cultural highway","description":"Establishing a cultural highway","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4245/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4245","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":876610,"bill_number":"H4260","title":"Public construction surety bond payments","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Adopted in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4260","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":876611,"bill_number":"H4233","title":"Clarifying occupancy excise and internet hotel room resellers","description":"Clarifying occupancy excise and internet hotel room resellers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","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":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4233/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4233","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876612,"bill_number":"H4258","title":"Assisted Living Facilities","description":"By Ms. Garlick of Needham, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4258/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4258","sponsor":"Denise Garlick"},
{"bill_id":876613,"bill_number":"S2282","title":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents","description":"Relative to tax abatements for deaf residents (Senate, No. 1959),-- reports that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2282).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2282","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":876614,"bill_number":"S2279","title":"Relative to female genital mutilation of minors","description":"For legislation to establish civil and criminal penalties for the female genital mutilation of minors,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2279).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2307","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2279","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":876615,"bill_number":"H4234","title":"Providing interest rate parity","description":"Providing interest rate parity","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4234/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4234","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876616,"bill_number":"H4240","title":"Relative to public participation in the sale of public property","description":"Relative to public participation in the sale of public property","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4240/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4240","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":876617,"bill_number":"H4262","title":"Authorizing the city of Holyoke to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping","description":"That the city of Holyoke be authorized to establish a program for enforcement against illegal dumping. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 243 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4262/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4262","sponsor":"Aaron Vega"},
{"bill_id":876618,"bill_number":"H4270","title":"Relative to prevailing wages","description":"Relative to prevailing wages","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4270/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4270","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":876619,"bill_number":"S2278","title":"Protecting the rights of probationers","description":"For legislation to protect the rights of probationers in drug courts,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2278).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2278","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":876620,"bill_number":"H4264","title":"Authorizing the town of Westborough to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel","description":"That the town of Westborough be authorized to establish an additional excise on sales of gasoline and diesel fuel. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4626","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4264/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4264","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":876621,"bill_number":"H4236","title":"Providing for local aid enhancement","description":"Providing for local aid enhancement","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4236/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4236","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876622,"bill_number":"H4235","title":"To create property tax credits for individuals with disabilities","description":"To create property tax credits for individuals with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4235/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4235","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876623,"bill_number":"H4232","title":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","description":"Relative to deeds excise receipts","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4232/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4232","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":876624,"bill_number":"H4261","title":"Relative to state oversight of professional licensing boards","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"House concurred in the Senate amendment","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4261","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":876625,"bill_number":"H4271","title":"Ensuring access to automotive lift training for vocational students","description":"Ensuring access to automotive lift training for vocational students","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4271/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4271","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":876721,"bill_number":"H4272","title":"Behavioral health bills","description":"Behavioral health bills","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4272/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4272","sponsor":"Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse"},
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{"bill_id":876726,"bill_number":"H4273","title":"Relative to synthetic hallucinogenic substances","description":"For legislation to regulate certain synthetic hallucinogenic substances. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4273/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4273","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":877401,"bill_number":"S2291","title":"Authorizing the town of Wenham to grant an additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Wenham to grant an additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 287 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2291","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":877406,"bill_number":"H4281","title":"Establishing an taskforce on the transportation of elders, veterans, and those with disabilities","description":"Establishing an taskforce on the transportation of elders, veterans, and those with disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4281/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4281","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
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{"bill_id":877410,"bill_number":"H4284","title":"Public housing, landlord/tenant, expiring use, condominiums, and production","description":"Public housing, landlord/tenant, expiring use, condominiums, and production","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4284/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4284","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":877412,"bill_number":"H4278","title":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","description":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-05-11","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4285","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4278/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4278","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":877416,"bill_number":"H4274","title":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations","description":"Relative to licensing and operating requirements of automobile inspection stations","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4274/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4274","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":877418,"bill_number":"H4282","title":"Promoting electric vehicle adoption","description":"Promoting electric vehicle adoption","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4282/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4282","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":877420,"bill_number":"H4277","title":"Relative to protecting health care consumers","description":"Relative to protecting health care consumers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-11","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4277/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4277","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":877423,"bill_number":"H4253","title":"Relative to gender identity and nondiscrimination","description":"Relative to gender identity and nondiscrimination","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4253/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4253","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":877425,"bill_number":"H4279","title":"House Bill 4148: An Act to Allow Municipalities to Invest in Credit Unions","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-11","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4279/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4279","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":877428,"bill_number":"H4283","title":"Oceans and Waterways","description":"Oceans and Waterways","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4283/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4283","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":877430,"bill_number":"S2290","title":"Revenue matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the small commercial tax exemption, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2290).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Reported in part by S1494","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2290","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":877432,"bill_number":"H4280","title":"Establishing an auction or online transfer for low number registration plates in the registry of motor vehicles","description":"Establishing an auction or online transfer for low number registration plates in the registry of motor vehicles","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4280","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":877498,"bill_number":"H4285","title":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","description":"House bill No. 4278, as changed by the","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 141 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":877724,"bill_number":"S2289","title":"To promote global trade and economic development through bi-literacy","description":"For legislation to promote global trade and economic development through dual language and bi-literacy and of Kay Khan and others relative to establishing a foreign language education seal of biliteracy for students,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2289).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2529","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2289","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":877725,"bill_number":"H4293","title":"Conveying a certain parcel of land on East First Street in the South Boston section of the City of Boston","description":"Relative to the conveyance of a certain parcel of state owned land on East First Street in the South Boston neighborhood of the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 240 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4293","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":877726,"bill_number":"S2292","title":"Authorizing the town of West Bridgewater to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises.","description":"Authorizing the town of West Bridgewater to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2292","sponsor":"Brian Joyce"},
{"bill_id":877727,"bill_number":"H4290","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for the Chelmsford Water District employees","description":"For legislation to authorize the Middlesex County Retirement System to establish an early retirement incentive program for certain employees of the Chelmsford Water District. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4290/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4290","sponsor":"Thomas Golden"},
{"bill_id":877728,"bill_number":"S2288","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For legislation relative to language opportunity for our kids,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2288).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2395","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2288","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":877729,"bill_number":"H4287","title":"To create an open container law for marijuana","description":"For legislation to regulate or prohibit the use of marijuana in motor vehicles. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4625","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4287/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4287","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":877730,"bill_number":"H4291","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for David J. Saulnier, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for David J. Saulnier, an employee of the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 132 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4291/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4291","sponsor":"Kenneth Gordon"},
{"bill_id":877731,"bill_number":"H4292","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Christopher Mullen, an employee of the Hampshire Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Christopher Mullen, an employee of the Hampshire County Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 167 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4292/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4292","sponsor":"John Velis"},
{"bill_id":877732,"bill_number":"H4289","title":"Relative to limiting sick leave/vacation buy back for public employees","description":"For legislation to limit sick leave and vacation buy backs for public employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 05/18/2016 from 12:00 PM-01:00 PM in 222","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4289/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4289","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":877733,"bill_number":"H4288","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kelli Murphy, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kelli Murphy, an employee of Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 110 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4288/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4288","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":877734,"bill_number":"H4295","title":"Concerning a certain parcel of land in the City of Boston","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Aaron Michlewitz that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to lease of certain parcel of land in the city of Boston. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4468","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4295","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":877735,"bill_number":"H4294","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of certain property in the town of Stoneham","description":"By Mr. Day of Stoneham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4519","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4294","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":877736,"bill_number":"H4286","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nicole Dowling, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nicole Dowling, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4286/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4286","sponsor":"Claire Cronin"},
{"bill_id":877737,"bill_number":"S2293","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to protect children and families from harmful flame retardants (Senate, No. 2200),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2293).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2302","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2293/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2293","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":877847,"bill_number":"H4297","title":"At-Risk Students","description":"At-Risk Students","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4297","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":877848,"bill_number":"H4299","title":"Health, special education and special education finance","description":"Health, special education and special education finance","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4299","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":877849,"bill_number":"H4298","title":"School climate, Safety, and Student Discipline and Vocational Technical Education, Collaboratives, and Regional Schools","description":"School climate, Safety, and Student Discipline and Vocational Technical Education, Collaboratives, and Regional Schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4298","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":877951,"bill_number":"H4300","title":"Authorizing the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System to issue pension funding bonds or notes","description":"By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Garrett J. Bradley that the Plymouth County Contributory Retirement System be authorized to issue pension funding bonds or notes. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4300","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":877952,"bill_number":"H4303","title":"Establishing the Somerville municipal job creation and retention trust","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Ms. Barber of Somerville, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3550). May 16, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 199 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4303","sponsor":"Christine Barber"},
{"bill_id":877953,"bill_number":"S2295","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston (Senate, No. 1678),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a “Resolve to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston” (Senate, No. 2295).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2295/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2295","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":877954,"bill_number":"S2298","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Linda Orstrom, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Linda Orstrom, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2298/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2298","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":877955,"bill_number":"H4304","title":"A communication from Automatic Sprinkler Appeals Board on behalf of the Massachusetts Fire Safety Commission (under Section 200 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) notifying the General Court of proposed regulatory action of said commission to rescind the provisions of 530 CMR 2.00, relative to the mandatory retrofit of automatic sprinkler systems in certain high rise buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security","description":"Relative to the mandatory retrofit of automatic sprinkler systems in certain high rise buildings. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4304","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":877956,"bill_number":"H4302","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to convert certain park land at Emerson Wight Park","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to use certain park land for other municipal purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 230 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4302","sponsor":"Carlos Gonzalez"},
{"bill_id":877957,"bill_number":"H4301","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jean Barron, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jean Barron, an employee of the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4301","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":877958,"bill_number":"S2299","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Cowell, an employee of the Department of Corrections","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jeffrey Cowell, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2299/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2299","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":877959,"bill_number":"S2296","title":"Resolve establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","description":"The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing the special commission on local and regional public health (Senate, No. 2128),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a “Resolve establishing the special commission on local and regional public health” (Senate, No. 2296).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 3 of the Resolves of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2296","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":877960,"bill_number":"S2297","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Gwen Johnson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Gwen Johnson, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2297/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2297","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":877961,"bill_number":"S2294","title":"Relative to volunteer ambulance service","description":"For legislation relative to volunteer ambulance service,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2294).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2294/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2294","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":878231,"bill_number":"H4307","title":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","description":"Granting equal access to original birth certificates to all persons born in Massachusetts","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4307","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":878232,"bill_number":"H4306","title":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of New Bedford 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":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 424 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4306","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":878233,"bill_number":"H4305","title":"Economic development matters","description":"Economic development matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-05-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4305","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":878607,"bill_number":"H4314","title":"Prohibiting gunfire directed at dwelling houses","description":"Prohibiting gunfire directed at dwelling houses","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4314","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":878608,"bill_number":"S2300","title":"Authorizing the town of Spencer to issue certain bonds for terms of 30 years","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Spencer to issue certain bonds for terms of 30 years. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2017-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2300/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2300","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":878609,"bill_number":"H4316","title":"Relative to the town administrator in the town of Hingham","description":"By Mr. Bradley of Hingham, a petition of Garrett J. Bradley (by vote of the town) that the board of selectmen of the town of Hingham be authorized appoint a town administrator. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 263 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4316","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":878610,"bill_number":"H4310","title":"Relative to synthetic drugs","description":"Relative to synthetic drugs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4310","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":878611,"bill_number":"H4319","title":"Authorizing the appointment of retired police officers in the Town of Nantucket to serve as special police officers","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to appoint retired police officers of said town to serve as special police officers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4319","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":878612,"bill_number":"H4313","title":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","description":"Relative to the interception of wire and oral communications","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4313","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":878613,"bill_number":"H4318","title":"Amending the charter of the Town of Nantucket relative to newspaper publication of town meeting warrants","description":"Relative to the publication of notices of issuance of warrants in the town of Nantucket. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 362 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4318","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":878614,"bill_number":"H4315","title":"Relative to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank Act","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to change certain housing provisions of the Nantucket Land Bank Act. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-18","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4775","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4315","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":878615,"bill_number":"H4311","title":"Relative to civil infractions for juveniles","description":"Relative to civil infractions for juveniles","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4311","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":878616,"bill_number":"H4308","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land in the city of Westfield to the office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the department of youth services","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land in the city of Westfield to the office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the department of youth services","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 229 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4308","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":878617,"bill_number":"H4317","title":"Authorizing the Town of Nantucket to impose a real estate transfer fee for affordable and workforce housing","description":"That the town of Nantucket be authorized to impose a real estate transfer fee. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-18","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4317","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":878618,"bill_number":"H4312","title":"Relative to reentry from segregation","description":"Relative to reentry from segregation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4312","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":878847,"bill_number":"H4326","title":"Further regulating the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana","description":"Further regulating the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 351 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4326","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":878848,"bill_number":"S2301","title":"Extending a public health matter","description":"Relativerelative to a public health matter.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2301/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2301","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":878850,"bill_number":"H4325","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robin Waine, an employee of the Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robin Waine, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4325","sponsor":"Daniel Ryan"},
{"bill_id":879120,"bill_number":"S2302","title":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","description":"To protect children and families from harmful flame retardants","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2302/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2302","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879121,"bill_number":"H4322","title":"Relative to automatic license plate readers","description":"Relative to automatic license plate readers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4322","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":879122,"bill_number":"H4320","title":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","description":"To ensure benefits through enhanced Selective Service registration","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4320","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":879123,"bill_number":"H4321","title":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","description":"Relative to autonomous vehicles","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4321","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":879301,"bill_number":"H4332","title":"Providing for nondiscrimination in access to organ transplantation","description":"Providing for nondiscrimination in access to organ transplantation","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 328 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4332","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":879302,"bill_number":"H4328","title":"Relative to the Hampshire Council of Governments","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter V. Kocot that the Hampshire Council of Governments be authorized to secure certain obligations. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-18","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4328","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":879303,"bill_number":"H4329","title":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the city of Chicopee","description":"By Mr. Wagner of Chicopee, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joseph F. Wagner, Eric P. Lesser and Thomas M. Petrolati (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant certain easements in the city of Chicopee. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-16","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4441","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4329","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":879304,"bill_number":"H4323","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-19","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, see H4434","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4323","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":879305,"bill_number":"H4327","title":"Requiring voters to re-accept the provisions of Chapter 44B once every five years from the date of their original acceptance","description":"Relative to voter acceptance of community preservation. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-08-06","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4675","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4327","sponsor":"David DeCoste"},
{"bill_id":879306,"bill_number":"H4330","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4566","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4330","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":879307,"bill_number":"H4331","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"To modernize municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-25","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4397","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4331","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":879308,"bill_number":"H4333","title":"To improve public records","description":"To improve public records","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 121 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4333","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879639,"bill_number":"H4337","title":"Exempting certain positions in the city of Marlborough from the Civil Service Law","description":"That the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt certain positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 272 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4337","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":879640,"bill_number":"H4338","title":"Providing that future members of the police force in the town of Sharon shall be exempt from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to exempt future members of the police force from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 357 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4338","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879641,"bill_number":"H4339","title":"Authorizing the town of Sharon to abate certain real property taxes.","description":"That the town of Sharon be authorized to abate a portion of real estate taxes assessed on a certain parcel of land in said town. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 354 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4339","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":879799,"bill_number":"H4334","title":"Requiring transparency in telephone solicitations","description":"Requiring transparency in telephone solicitations","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Ordered to the third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4334","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":879800,"bill_number":"H4335","title":"To reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","description":"To reform the issuance and sale of sports and entertainment tickets","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4335","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":879801,"bill_number":"H4343","title":"Relative to transgender anti-discrimination","description":"Relative to transgender anti-discrimination","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S735","last_action_date":"2016-06-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4343","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":879802,"bill_number":"H4341","title":"To reform sick time","description":"Relative to to reform sick time.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-25","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/15/2016 from 12:00 PM-01:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4341","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879803,"bill_number":"H4340","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the Senate bill relative to transgender anti-discrimination (Senate, No. 735) ought to be adopted","description":"Special procedures for consideration of the Senate bill relative to transgender anti-discrimination (Senate, No. 735) ought to be adopted","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-25","last_action":"Order adopted (see S735) 114 YEAS to 39 NAYS (See YEA and NAY in Supplement, No. 258)","last_action_date":"2016-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4340","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":879954,"bill_number":"H4342","title":"Land Bills","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4342","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":879955,"bill_number":"H4348","title":"Relative to equitable health care pricing","description":"Relative to equitable health care pricing","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-05-31","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 115 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4348","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":879956,"bill_number":"H4345","title":"Relative to the recall of elected officials in the town of Carlisle","description":"That the town of Carlisle be authorized to recall elected officials of said town. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4345","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":879957,"bill_number":"H4347","title":"Authorizing the town of Carlisle to assess fines for failure to relocate or remove utility poles and wires","description":"That the town of Carlisle be authorized to assess fines to utility companies which fail to relocate utility wires, cables and attachments which it is responsible for in said town. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/30/2016 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4347","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":879958,"bill_number":"S2303","title":"Opinions of the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court","description":"Relative to preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion\" (see Senate Bill, printed as House, No. 753) [for opinions, see Senate document numbered 2303].","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2303/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2303","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879959,"bill_number":"H4344","title":"Economic development","description":"By Mr. Wagner of Chicopee, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4344","sponsor":"Joseph Wagner"},
{"bill_id":879961,"bill_number":"H4336","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"To promote energy diversity","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4377","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4336","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":879962,"bill_number":"H4309","title":"Extension of bills in the Joint Committee on Financial Services until July 6th","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4309","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":879963,"bill_number":"H4350","title":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see H4563","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4350","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":879964,"bill_number":"H4346","title":"Relative to the issuance of certain bonds by the town of Pembroke","description":"That the town of Pembroke be authorized to issue bonds for certain municipal improvements. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 387 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4346","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":879965,"bill_number":"H4349","title":"Concerning speed limits in the city of Boston","description":"That the city of Boston be authorized set the speed limit to 20 miles per hour on public ways in thickly settled or business districts in said city. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/21/2016 from 12:00 PM-02:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4349","sponsor":"Daniel Hunt"},
{"bill_id":879966,"bill_number":"H4351","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","description":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-05-31","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2446","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4351","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development"},
{"bill_id":880143,"bill_number":"S2304","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates (Senate, No. 843),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2304).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-31","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2433","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2304/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2304","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":880365,"bill_number":"H4357","title":"Relative to the Energy Facilities Siting Board","description":"Relative to further regulating the Energy Facilities Siting Board within the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-22","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4357","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":880366,"bill_number":"H4352","title":"Relative to providing dental care to senior citizens","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tackey Chan that the Division of Medical Assistance be authorized to include dentures, restorative, endodontic and periodontal treatment within its covered services for certain persons ages 65 and older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4631","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4352","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":880367,"bill_number":"H4354","title":"To reduce sexual exploitation of victims of human trafficking","description":"For legislation to reduce sexual exploitation of victims of human trafficking. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-24","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4674","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4354","sponsor":"Michael Day"},
{"bill_id":880369,"bill_number":"H4356","title":"Relative to the classification of certain controlled substances","description":"Relative to the classification of certain controlled substances. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-18","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4637","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4356","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":880370,"bill_number":"H4296","title":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","description":"Increasing injured workers’ access to medical care and workers’ compensation benefits","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-31","last_action":"Pending new draft of H3849","last_action_date":"2016-05-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4296/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4296","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":880371,"bill_number":"H4353","title":"To protect condominium unit owners’ constitutional right","description":"Relative to condominium owners' rights. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4690","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4353","sponsor":"Sheila Harrington"},
{"bill_id":880372,"bill_number":"H4355","title":"Relative to confirming title to the property at 46 Alden Street, Provincetown","description":"Relative to confirming title to a certain property in the town of Provincetown taken by eminent domain. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-25","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4355","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":880465,"bill_number":"H4364","title":"Relative to preservation of evidence for victims of rape and sexual assault","description":"Relative to preservation of evidence for victims of rape and sexual assault","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 295 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4364","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880466,"bill_number":"H4360","title":"Establishing a Concord senior means-tested property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Concord be authorized to establish a senior means-tested property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4473","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4360","sponsor":"Cory Atkins"},
{"bill_id":880467,"bill_number":"H4362","title":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth","description":"Increasing penalties for hit and runs with recreational vehicles in the commonwealth","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4362","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880469,"bill_number":"H4365","title":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","description":"Relative to access to a decedent's electronic mail accounts","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4681","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4365","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880470,"bill_number":"H4363","title":"Relative to the expungement of records","description":"Relative to the expungement of records","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4363","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880471,"bill_number":"H4359","title":"Relative to the disability retirement of Jared Macdonald, a police officer in the town of Bourne","description":"Relative to the disability retirement of Jared MacDonald, a police officer in the town of Bourne. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-16","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 264 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4359","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":880472,"bill_number":"H4358","title":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to grant a special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premise consumption at an indoor or outdoor agricultural event","description":"That the town of Westwood be authorized to grant a special license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages at an agricultural event. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-01","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4680","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4358","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":880567,"bill_number":"H4244","title":"Relative to the move over law","description":"Relative to the move over law","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4244/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4244","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":880568,"bill_number":"S2311","title":"Promoting housing and sustainable development","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill promoting the planning and development of sustainable communities (Senate, No. 2144),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act promoting housing and sustainable development” (Senate, No. 2311) [Estimated cost: $500,000].","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed -see Roll Call #364 [Yeas 23 - Nays 15]","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2311/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2311","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":880569,"bill_number":"S2305","title":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 4201)","description":"Text of the Senate amendment to the House Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements (House, No. 4201)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"See H4201","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2305/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2305","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":880571,"bill_number":"S2312","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jodi Paris Anastos, an employee of the Operational Services Division","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Jodi Paris Anastos, an employee of the Operational Services Division (Senate, No. 2228),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2312).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2312/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2312","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":880572,"bill_number":"S2308","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"Relative to recycling (Senate, No. 454),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2308).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2389","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2308/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2308","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":880573,"bill_number":"S2268","title":"Relative to a certain residential tax exemption in the city of Chelsea","description":"For legislation relative to the city of Chelsea's residential tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 245 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2268/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2268","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":880575,"bill_number":"S2306","title":"Financing and delivery of health care to children","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to the well being of children, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2306).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2306/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2306","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":880576,"bill_number":"S2310","title":"Relative to public space recycling","description":"Relative to public space recycling (Senate, No. 1653),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2310).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2310/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2310","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":880577,"bill_number":"S2309","title":"Relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing","description":"Relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (Senate, No. 457),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2309).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2309/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2309","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":880578,"bill_number":"H4366","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jennifer Gay, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jennifer Gay, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 339 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4366","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":880707,"bill_number":"H4368","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"Promoting restorative justice practices","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4368","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880708,"bill_number":"H4370","title":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","description":"Relative to transmitting indecent visual depictions by teens","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4370","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880709,"bill_number":"S2319","title":"Authorizing the town of Warren to continue the employment of Dennis Desrosiers","description":"For legislation to authorize the town of Warren to continue the employment of Dennis Desrosiers. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-09-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2319/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2319","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":880710,"bill_number":"H4369","title":"Expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders","description":"Expanding eligibility for diversion to treatment for criminal offenders","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4369","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":880904,"bill_number":"S2307","title":"Financing and Delivery of Health Care","description":"For legislation to promote transparency and cost control of pharmaceutical drug prices; and Senate bill relative to female genital mutilation of minors (Senate, No. 2279), report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2307).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2307/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2307","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":880905,"bill_number":"H4375","title":"Authorizing the town of Plymouth to establish an environmental affairs fund","description":"That the town of Plymouth be authorized to establish an environmental affairs fund for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 358 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4375","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":880906,"bill_number":"H4373","title":"Relative to special investigators of the alcohol beverage control commission","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of special investigators of the Alcohol Beverage Control Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4373","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":880907,"bill_number":"S2313","title":"Relative to the dispensing of certain cancer related drugs","description":"For legislation to the dispense certain cancer related drugs,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2313).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Committee recommended out to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2313/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2313","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":880908,"bill_number":"S2318","title":"Financial services matters","description":"Relative to financial services matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2318/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2318","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":880909,"bill_number":"S2321","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Thomas Brian Donnelly. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-07","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2321/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2321","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":880910,"bill_number":"S2314","title":"Public service issues","description":"Public service issues","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2314/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2314","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":880912,"bill_number":"H4376","title":"Authorizing the appointing authority of the town of Mansfield to appoint police cadets under certain circumstances to the Police Department of said town","description":"That the town of Mansfield be authorized to institute appropriate recruitment procedures for police cadets in said town, notwithstanding certain provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4376","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":880913,"bill_number":"H4371","title":"Early Education","description":"By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4371","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":880914,"bill_number":"S2315","title":"Charter schools","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to ensuring the integrity of charter schools, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2315).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2315/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2315","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":880915,"bill_number":"H4372","title":"To change the town lines between the towns of Aquinnah and Chilmark","description":"Relative to changing the town line between the towns of Aquinnah and Chilmark. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 452 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4372","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":880916,"bill_number":"H4374","title":"Authorizing the town of Littleton to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises","description":"That the town of Littleton be authorized to grant one 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4453","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4374","sponsor":"James Arciero"},
{"bill_id":880917,"bill_number":"S2316","title":"Elder Affairs","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to psychotropic medications, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2316).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2316/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2316","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":880918,"bill_number":"S2317","title":"Transportation matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to the composition of the board of directors of the Massachusetts Department of Transporation;, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2317).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2317/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2317","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":880919,"bill_number":"S2320","title":"To establish the Center of Excellence in Community Policing and Behavioral Health","description":"For legislation to establish the Center of Excellence in Community Policing and Behavioral Health. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4637","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2320/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2320","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":881102,"bill_number":"S2322","title":"Providing for recall elections in the town of Hawley","description":"For legislation to provide for recall elections in the town of Hawley. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 437 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2322/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2322","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":881103,"bill_number":"H4361","title":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","description":"To protect youth from the health risks of tobacco and nicotine addiction","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-06","last_action":"Recommended new text for S2269","last_action_date":"2016-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4361","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":881104,"bill_number":"H3995","title":"Relative to the safe handling of hazardous drugs","description":"Relative to the safe handling of hazardous drugs","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H3995/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H3995","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":881105,"bill_number":"H4377","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"To promote energy diversity","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-06-08","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4385","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4377","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881256,"bill_number":"H4378","title":"Establishing a certain reserve fund in the town of Middleton","description":"That the town of Middleton be authorized to establish a reserve fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4378","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":881257,"bill_number":"S2324","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Edward Connors, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Edward Connors, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-04-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2324/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2324","sponsor":"Salvatore DiDomenico"},
{"bill_id":881258,"bill_number":"H4380","title":"Changing the membership of the old and historic district commission of the town of Marblehead and lengthening the commission's determination period for a certificate of appropriateness","description":"That the town of Marblehead be authorized to establish a historic district commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 311 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4380","sponsor":"Lori Ehrlich"},
{"bill_id":881259,"bill_number":"H4381","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill to promote energy diversity (House, No. 4336) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. June 8, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-08","last_action":"Order adopted, see H4377","last_action_date":"2016-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4381","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":881260,"bill_number":"H4379","title":"Authorizing the change of use of certain park land in the town of South Hadley","description":"That the town of South Hadley be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land for other than park purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 206 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4379","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":881261,"bill_number":"H4384","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Accompanied H4057","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4384","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":881262,"bill_number":"H4382","title":"Validating the results of a certain election in the town of East Longmeadow","description":"Relativerelative to the 2016 special town election in the town of East Longmeadow.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 313 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4382","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":881375,"bill_number":"H4383","title":"Late Files","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4383","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":881376,"bill_number":"H4387","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to relief from joint and several liabilities on joint tax returns. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-12","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4474","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4387","sponsor":"Garrett Bradley"},
{"bill_id":881377,"bill_number":"H4367","title":"Public service","description":"Public service","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4012","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4367","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Service"},
{"bill_id":881378,"bill_number":"H4388","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements in the town of Grafton to the New England Power Company","description":"By Representative Muradian of Grafton and Senator Moore, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of David K. Muradian, Jr. and Michael O. Moore that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant certain easements in the town of Grafton to the New England Power Company. House Rules.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 216 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4388","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":881379,"bill_number":"H4390","title":"Relating to land in Northampton","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter V. Kocot that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Northampton to said city for affordable housing purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4520","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4390","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":881380,"bill_number":"H4385","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"House bill No. 4377, as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading, and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 8, 2016.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Reported by H4568","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4385","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":881381,"bill_number":"S2325","title":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","description":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment (House, No. 4285),-- 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 2325.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"See H4285","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2325/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2325","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881382,"bill_number":"H4386","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for John DiPaolo, an employee of the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for John DiPaolo, an employee of the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-26","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4386","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":881383,"bill_number":"H4389","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Weymouth","description":"By Mr. Mariano of Quincy, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ronald Mariano and James M. Murphy that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to acquire certain parcels of land in the town of Weymouth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-02","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4548","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4389","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":881384,"bill_number":"S2326","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Mary Donna Nodurf","description":"For legislation relative to retirement benefits for Mary Donna Nodurf. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-02-18","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2326/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2326","sponsor":"Eric Lesser"},
{"bill_id":881385,"bill_number":"H4243","title":"Relative to parking systems","description":"Relative to parking systems","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4243","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":881386,"bill_number":"S2323","title":"Creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill creating a maximum allowable check-cashing rate (Senate, No. 152),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2323).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2323/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2323","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881560,"bill_number":"S2333","title":"Land Use Regulations","description":"Text of amendment (1) (offered by Senator Tarr) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2311) promoting housing and sustainable development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"See S2311","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2333/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2333","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":881561,"bill_number":"H4396","title":"Relative to state oversight of professional licensing boards","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4396","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":881562,"bill_number":"H4395","title":"Relative to the creation of the interagency council on management of adult and juvenile sexual offenders","description":"Relative to the creation of the interagency council on management of adult and juvenile sexual offenders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4395","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":881563,"bill_number":"H4394","title":"Relative to criminal record checks for referees","description":"Relative to criminal record checks for referees","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4394","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":881564,"bill_number":"H4392","title":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating tramps, vagrants, and vagabonds","description":"Relative to the reform of archaic laws implicating tramps, vagrants, and vagabonds","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4392","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":881565,"bill_number":"S2332","title":"Sustainable Development","description":"Text of amendment (62) (offered by Senator Tarr) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2311) promoting housing and sustainable development.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"See S2311","last_action_date":"2016-06-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2332/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2332","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":881566,"bill_number":"H4393","title":"To add Law Enforcement Councils to the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act","description":"To add Law Enforcement Councils to the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4393","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":881687,"bill_number":"S2335","title":"Establishing a board of registration in naturopathy","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a board of registration in naturopathy (Senate, No. 2148),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2335) [Estimated cost: $300,000].","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 400 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2335/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2335","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881688,"bill_number":"H4398","title":"Regulating notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments","description":"Regulating notaries public to protect consumers and the validity and effectiveness of recorded instruments","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2064","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4398","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881689,"bill_number":"S2331","title":"Relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students","description":"For legislation relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students and of Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr., and others relative to out-of-district vocational school transportation,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2331).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2501","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2331/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2331","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881690,"bill_number":"S2328","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"For legislation to improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2328).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2328/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2328","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881691,"bill_number":"H4404","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill to modernize municipal finance and government (House, No. 4331) ought to be adopted","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. June 13, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4404","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":881692,"bill_number":"S2329","title":"Relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools","description":"For legislation relative to the promotion of mental health education in Massachusetts high schools,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2329).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2329/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2329","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881693,"bill_number":"H4391","title":"NPDES delegation","description":"By Mr. Schmid of Westport, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4391","sponsor":"Paul Schmid"},
{"bill_id":881695,"bill_number":"H4402","title":"Relative to ABLE accounts","description":"Relative to ABLE accounts","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4402","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881696,"bill_number":"H4400","title":"Relative to employees of the Department of Fire Services","description":"Relative to employees of the Department of Fire Services","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4400","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881697,"bill_number":"H4403","title":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","description":"Authorizing Quincy College to confer baccalaureate degrees","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 442 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4403","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881698,"bill_number":"H4401","title":"Relative to the architect laureate","description":"Relative to the architect laureate","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4401","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881699,"bill_number":"S2330","title":"To improve literacy skills","description":"For legislation to improve literacy skills,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2330).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2330/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2330","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881700,"bill_number":"H4397","title":"To modernize municipal finance and government","description":"To modernize municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-06-15","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4419","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4397","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881701,"bill_number":"H4399","title":"Regulating appraisal management companies","description":"Regulating appraisal management companies","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-10-24","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4399","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881852,"bill_number":"H4409","title":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","description":"Relative to healthy eating in school cafeterias","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4687","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4409","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881853,"bill_number":"H4406","title":"Relative to dyslexia","description":"Relative to dyslexia","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4406","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881854,"bill_number":"H4410","title":"Relative to strengthening background checks","description":"Relative to strengthening background checks","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4410","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881856,"bill_number":"S2334","title":"Relative to the modernization of optometric patient care","description":"For legislation relative to the modernization of optometric patient care,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2334)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2334/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2334","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":881857,"bill_number":"H4408","title":"Relative to safe schools","description":"Relative to safe schools","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4408","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881858,"bill_number":"H4405","title":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","description":"By Ms. Benson of Lunenburg, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-15","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4405","sponsor":"Jennifer Benson"},
{"bill_id":881859,"bill_number":"H4407","title":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","description":"To improve augmentative and alternative communication opportunities for children with disabilities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4687","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4407","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":881988,"bill_number":"S2349","title":"Clarifying a public service worker's retirement earnings limitation","description":"For legislation to clarify a public service worker's retirement earnings limitation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-02-18","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2349/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2349","sponsor":"Viriato deMacedo"},
{"bill_id":881989,"bill_number":"H4411","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westborough","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Westborough. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-08-22","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4411","sponsor":"Danielle Gregoire"},
{"bill_id":881990,"bill_number":"S2327","title":"Promoting housing and sustainable development","description":"Promoting housing and sustainable development","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-09","last_action":"Read; and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-06-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2327/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2327","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":881991,"bill_number":"H4412","title":"Establishing a landfill solar special revenue fund in the town of Dennis","description":"That the town of Dennis be authorized to establish a landfill solar special revenue fund. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 303 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4412","sponsor":"Timothy Whelan"},
{"bill_id":882105,"bill_number":"S2336","title":"School finance and school choice","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to DESE contracts, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2336).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2336/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2336","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882106,"bill_number":"S2337","title":"Accountability and compliance","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to reduce paperwork within the department of elementary and secondary education, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2337).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2337/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2337","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882107,"bill_number":"H4413","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Amendment adopted (as recommended by the House committee on Ways and Means), see H4461","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4413","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":882243,"bill_number":"S2348","title":"School climate and discipline","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to school safety on election day, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2348).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2348/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2348","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882244,"bill_number":"S2352","title":"Relative to the practice of acupuncture","description":"For legislation relative to the practice of acupuncture and of John J. Lawn, Jr., and others relative to the practice of acupuncture for the treatment of certain pain,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2352).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2352/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2352","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":882245,"bill_number":"S2342","title":"Special Education Financing","description":"For legislation relative to special education funding, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2342).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2342/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2342","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882246,"bill_number":"S2351","title":"Relative to online lottery products","description":"For legislation relative to lottery online products,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2351).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2351/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2351","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":882247,"bill_number":"S2344","title":"Assessments and technology","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a special commission relative to digital textbooks, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2344).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2344/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2344","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882248,"bill_number":"S2347","title":"At-risk students","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to interagency collaboration for dropout prevention, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2347).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2347/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2347","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882250,"bill_number":"S2341","title":"Transportation and SBA","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to increased access to safe swimming, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2341).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2341/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2341","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882251,"bill_number":"S2339","title":"Early education and expanded learning time","description":"For legislationfor legislation to establish a special commission on two-generation approaches to childhood education, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2339).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2339/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2339","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882252,"bill_number":"S2338","title":"Curriculum","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to media literacy in schools, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2338).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2338/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2338","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882253,"bill_number":"S2343","title":"Special education","description":"For legislationfor legislation to provide fair process for students with disabilities, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2343).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2343/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2343","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882254,"bill_number":"H4419","title":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","description":"House bill No. 4397 as changed by the committee on Bills in the Third Reading and as amended and passed to be engrossed by the House. June 15, 2016.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Reported by H4565","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4419","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882255,"bill_number":"H4416","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4416","sponsor":"Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":882256,"bill_number":"S2340","title":"Personnel","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation relative to just cause terminations, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2340).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2340/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2340","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882257,"bill_number":"S2346","title":"Vocational education","description":"For legislation to commission a study of vocational education, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2346).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2346/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2346","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882258,"bill_number":"S2345","title":"Health education matters","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislationfor legislation to establish a skin cancer and sun safety education program in public schools, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2345).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2345/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2345","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":882313,"bill_number":"H4421","title":"Relative to retirement benefits for Kevin Wilder","description":"By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Louis L. Kafka and William C. Galvin that the state board of retirement authorize Kevin Wilder to elect to receive certain retirement allowances. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4421","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":882314,"bill_number":"S2350","title":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment","description":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment (House, No. 4285) (being the text of Senate document numbered 2325, printed as amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-16","last_action":"See H4285","last_action_date":"2016-06-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2350/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2350","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882315,"bill_number":"S2353","title":"Authorizing the transfer of certain land of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority in the city of Revere to the city of Revere","description":"Authorizing the transfer of certain land of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority in the city of Revere to the city of Revere","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 145 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2353/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2353","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882316,"bill_number":"S2354","title":"Relative to sight-seeing vehicle safety","description":"For legislation relative to sight-seeing vehicle safety. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-10","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see S2456","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2354/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2354","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":882317,"bill_number":"H4418","title":"Authorizing the town of Westborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Westborough to grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 293 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4418","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":882319,"bill_number":"H4415","title":"Requiring disclosure of solvents used in dry cleaning","description":"Requiring disclosure of solvents used in dry cleaning","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4689","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4415","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":882320,"bill_number":"H4417","title":"Relative to lottery pilot projects","description":"Relative to lottery pilot projects","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-22","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4417","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":882321,"bill_number":"H4414","title":"Relative to improving asthma in schools","description":"Relative to improving asthma in schools","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4414","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":882322,"bill_number":"H4423","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land to the city of Northampton","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter V. Kocot that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey certain land to the city of Northampton. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 235 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4423","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":882323,"bill_number":"H4420","title":"Relative to providing dental care to senior citizens","description":"By Mr. Chan of Quincy, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tackey Chan and others that the Division of Medical Assistance be authorized to include dentures, restorative, endodontic and periodontal treatment within its covered services for certain persons ages 65 and older. Elder Affairs.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-08","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4631","last_action_date":"2016-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4420","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":882324,"bill_number":"H4422","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain land in the town of New Salem","description":"By Mrs. Whipps Lee of Athol, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Susannah M. Whipps Lee that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel land in the town of New Salem. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-03-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4521","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4422","sponsor":"Susannah Whipps Lee"},
{"bill_id":882513,"bill_number":"S2355","title":"Relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Sturbridge","description":"For legislation relative to the membership of the conservation commission of the town of Sturbridge. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 322 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2355/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2355","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":882577,"bill_number":"H4427","title":"Reforming alimony in the Commonwealth","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Fernandes of Milford, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4110). June 22, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4427","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":882578,"bill_number":"H4424","title":"Providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4424","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882579,"bill_number":"S2373","title":"To stop human trafficking and enhance the lives of survivors","description":"For legislation to stop human trafficking and enhance the lives of survivors. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-02","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2373/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2373","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":882580,"bill_number":"H4426","title":"Land bills","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-06-22","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4426","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":882581,"bill_number":"S2367","title":"Bad Faith Assertions of Patent Infringement","description":"Bad Faith Assertions of Patent Infringement","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2367/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2367","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":882582,"bill_number":"H4425","title":"Making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2017 before final action on the general appropriation bill","description":"Relative to making certain appropriations for fiscal year 2017 before final action on the general appropriation bill.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 127 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882663,"bill_number":"H4431","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant two additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to grant 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":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4551","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4431","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":882664,"bill_number":"H4428","title":"Improving students' access to life saving treatments","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 417). June 23, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4428","sponsor":"Louis Kafka"},
{"bill_id":882665,"bill_number":"H4429","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant four additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to grant four 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":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4549","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4429","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":882666,"bill_number":"S2368","title":"Eliminating sub-precinct 9A in the town of Andover","description":"For legislation relative to eliminating sub-precinct 9A in the town of Andover. Election Laws.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 320 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2368/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2368","sponsor":"Barbara L'Italien"},
{"bill_id":882667,"bill_number":"S2371","title":"Relative to the ride for hire industry","description":"Relative to the ride for hire industry (House, No. 4064); reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with amendments striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2371; and by striking out the title and inserting in place the following title “An Act regulating transportation network companies”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"See H4064","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2371/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2371","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882668,"bill_number":"H4430","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant three additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Foxborough be authorized to grant three 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":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4550","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4430","sponsor":"Fred Barrows"},
{"bill_id":882669,"bill_number":"S2369","title":"Preventing animal suffering and death","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 23, 2016 - The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate to protect health and safety of animals in vehicles (Senate, No. 878),-- reports, that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act to prevent animal suffering and death\" (Senate, No. 2369) (also based on Senate, Nos. 1085 and 2229).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-19","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 248 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2369/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2369","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":882670,"bill_number":"S2370","title":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens","description":"Relative to protecting puppies and kittens (Senate, No. 1103),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2370).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2390","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2370/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2370","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882671,"bill_number":"S2375","title":"Protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 23, 2016 - The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate protecting abandoned animals in vacant properties (Senate, No. 2174),-- reports, that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-28","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":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2375/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2375","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":882672,"bill_number":"S2374","title":"Relative to personal savings","description":"The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote personal savings (Senate, No. 495),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2374).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 294 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2374/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2374","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882735,"bill_number":"S2359","title":"Financial services","description":"For legislation to provide greater fairness in insurance policies, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2359).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2359/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2359","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":882736,"bill_number":"S2363","title":"Land in the town of Stoughton","description":"For legislation relative to the conveyance of certain lands in Stoughton, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2363).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2363/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2363","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":882737,"bill_number":"S2360","title":"Financing and Delivery of Health Care","description":"For legislationfor legislationfor legislation to provide more timely treatment of inpatient mental health care, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2360).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2360/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2360","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":882738,"bill_number":"S2365","title":"Transportation study order","description":"For legislation to provide for the safety of bicyclists traveling on bicycle paths, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2365).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2365/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2365","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":882739,"bill_number":"S2362","title":"Public safety","description":"Relative to public safety.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2362/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2362","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":882740,"bill_number":"S2376","title":"Relative to the provision of health insurance in the town of Huntington","description":"For legislation relative to the provision of health insurance in the town of Huntington. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2376/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2376","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":882741,"bill_number":"S2357","title":"Consumer protection and professional licensure","description":"Relative to consumer protection and professional licensure matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2357/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2357","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":882742,"bill_number":"S2364","title":"Transportation Committee Study Order","description":"Relative to transportation matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2364/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2364","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":882743,"bill_number":"S2356","title":"Financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2356/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2356","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":882744,"bill_number":"S2372","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"To promote energy diversity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-24","last_action":"See H4385","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2372/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2372","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882745,"bill_number":"S2361","title":"Investigation and study of Senate Judiciary bills","description":"Relative to judiciary matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2361/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2361","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":882746,"bill_number":"S2366","title":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"Relative to telecommunications, utilities and energy matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2366/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2366","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":882747,"bill_number":"S2358","title":"Economic development and emerging technologies","description":"For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Capital Partnership Program. Community Development and Small Businesses, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2358).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2358/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2358","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
{"bill_id":882812,"bill_number":"H4433","title":"Establishing a 4-year term for the office of mayor in the city known as the town of West Springfield","description":"That the city known as the town of West Springfield be authorized to establish four year terms for the office of the mayor. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 268 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4433","sponsor":"Michael Finn"},
{"bill_id":882813,"bill_number":"H4441","title":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the city of Chicopee","description":"Relative to the conveyance of an easement in the city of Chicopee","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4441/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4441","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":882814,"bill_number":"H4439","title":"Validating the actions taken at a special town meeting held in the town of Templeton","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at a special town meeting held in the town of Templeton.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 175 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4439","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882815,"bill_number":"H4437","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Michelle Kannler, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Michelle Kannler, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 171 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4437","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882816,"bill_number":"H4438","title":"Transportation Committee Study Order","description":"Transportation Committee Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H3043","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4438","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":882817,"bill_number":"S2378","title":"Relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to the licensure of insurance adjusters in the Commonwealth (Senate, No. 494),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2378).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2378/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2378","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882818,"bill_number":"H4435","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kelly White, an employee of Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kelly White, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4435","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":882819,"bill_number":"H4440","title":"Relative to assault and battery on a police officer","description":"Relative to assault and battery on a police officer","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4692","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4440/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4440","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":882821,"bill_number":"S2377","title":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","description":"SENATE, Monday, June 27, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals (Senate, No. 131),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2377).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2377/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2377","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":882822,"bill_number":"H4434","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Scibak of South Hadley, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4323). June 27, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Committee of conference appointed (Wolf-Brownsberger-Fattman), in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4434","sponsor":"John Scibak"},
{"bill_id":882823,"bill_number":"H4436","title":"Relative to Trial Court reporters","description":"By Mr. Donato of Medford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul J. Donato that the State Board of Retirement be authorized to establish a retirement incentive for certain Trial Court employees. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4436","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":882997,"bill_number":"H4432","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-27","last_action":"Rejected","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4432","sponsor":"Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":882998,"bill_number":"S2379","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to the House Bill further regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Somerville (House, No. 4184).","description":"Senate, Tuesday, June 28, 2016 – Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to the House Bill further regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages in the city of Somerville (House, No. 4184).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-28","last_action":"See H4184","last_action_date":"2016-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2379/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2379","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":882999,"bill_number":"H4443","title":"Public safety","description":"Public safety","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4443","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security"},
{"bill_id":883074,"bill_number":"H4445","title":"Authorizing the town of Mendon to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Mendon to John D. Gannett, Jr. and Ute D. Gannett","description":"That the town of Mendon be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town to John D. Gannett, Jr., and Ute D. Gannett. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":"Municipalities and Regional Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4445","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":883075,"bill_number":"S2397","title":"Relative to the selection of school committeepersons in the city known as the Town of Agawam","description":"For legislation relative to the leadership and governance of the city known as the town of Agawam. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 392 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2397/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2397","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883076,"bill_number":"H4444","title":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to issue an additional license for the sale of wine and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Fairhaven be authorized to issue 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":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4528","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4444","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":883077,"bill_number":"H4442","title":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","description":"Advancing and expanding access to telemedicine services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","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":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4442/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4442","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":883078,"bill_number":"H4449","title":"Validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Blandford","description":"Relative to validating the actions taken at the annual town election held in the town of Blandford.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 394 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4449","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883079,"bill_number":"H4451","title":"Relative to Nickerson State Park","description":"The committee of conference on the disagreeing votes of the two branches with reference to the Senate amendment of the House Bill making appropriations for fiscal year 2017 (House, No. 3401), reports, in part, recommending passage of the accompanying bill (House, No. 4451). June 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 154 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4451","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883080,"bill_number":"H4446","title":"Relative to the procedure for municipal acceptance of subdivision roads in the town of Natick","description":"Relative to the procedures for municipal acceptance of subdivision roads in the town of Natick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 271 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4446","sponsor":"David Linsky"},
{"bill_id":883081,"bill_number":"H4447","title":"Authorizing the town of Orleans to amend a certain conservation restriction","description":"Relative to authorizing the town of Orleans to amend a certain conservation restriction. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 205 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4447","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":883082,"bill_number":"H4448","title":"Authorizing the town of Ware to exempt David A. Powers from the maximum age requirement for applying for Civil Service appointment as a firefighter","description":"Relative to the appointment of David A. Powers to the position of fire fighter in the town of Ware, notwithstanding the maximum age requirements. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2016 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2016-07-19","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4448","sponsor":"Todd Smola"},
{"bill_id":883083,"bill_number":"H4450","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Section 166 passed over veto - see Roll Call #673 [YEAS 34 - NAYS 4]","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4450","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883084,"bill_number":"H4452","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages at in-house cafes","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 220). June 29, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4452","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":883160,"bill_number":"H4455","title":"Creating a special commission studying cutting, welding and hot work processes regulated by the State Fire Code","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2111). June 30, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 298 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4455","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":883161,"bill_number":"S2399","title":"Relative to handicapped placards","description":"For legislation relative to handicapped placards. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-16","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2399/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2399","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":883162,"bill_number":"S2390","title":"Providing additional penalties for the improper treatment of certain animals","description":"Providing additional penalties for the improper treatment of certain animals","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2390/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2390","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883163,"bill_number":"S2392","title":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act","description":"Relative to the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (Senate, No. 746),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2392).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2392/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2392","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883166,"bill_number":"S2394","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 30, 2016 -The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill regulating the use of credit reports by employers (Senate, No. 2271),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2394).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2425","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2394/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2394","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883167,"bill_number":"S2393","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 30, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (Senate, No. 2157),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2393).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2414","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2393/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2393","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883168,"bill_number":"S2396","title":"Clarifying municipal authority regarding cash sureties and foreclosures","description":"Clarifying municipal authority regarding cash sureties and foreclosures","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":"Steering, Policy and Scheduling","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2396/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2396","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":883171,"bill_number":"S2395","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"SENATE, Thursday, June 30, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill for language opportunity for our kids (Senate, No. 2288),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2395).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2421","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2395/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2395","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883172,"bill_number":"H4454","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant to The Association for Community Living, Inc. certain parcels of land in the city of Springfield","description":"By Mr. Tosado of Springfield, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Jos","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4522","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4454","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":883175,"bill_number":"H4453","title":"Authorizing the town of Littleton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Littleton to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 335 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4453","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":883176,"bill_number":"S2391","title":"Relative to parole eligibility","description":"For legislation relative to parole eligibility,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2391).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2391/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2391","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883214,"bill_number":"S2402","title":"Climate adaptation management plan","description":"Senate, Thursday, June 30, 2016 -- Text of amendment (8) (offered by Senator Pacheco) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2372) to the House Bill to promote energy diversity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"See S2372","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2402/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2402","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":883215,"bill_number":"S2403","title":"Energy Efficiency and Green Jobs","description":"Senate, Thursday, June 30, 2016 -- Text of amendment (61) (offered by Senator Eldridge) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2372) to the House Bill to promote energy diversity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"See S2372","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2403/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2403","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":883216,"bill_number":"S2401","title":"Community Empowerment","description":"Senate, Thursday, June 30, 2016 -- Text of amendment (3) (offered by Senator Wolf) to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2372) to the House Bill to promote energy diversity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"See S2372","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2401/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2401","sponsor":"Daniel Wolf"},
{"bill_id":883217,"bill_number":"S2404","title":"Zero Emissions Vehicles","description":"Senate, Thursday, June 30, 2016 -- Text of amendment (68) (offered by Senator Eldridge to the Ways and Means amendment (Senate, No. 2372) to the House Bill to promote energy diversity.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"See S2372","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2404/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2404","sponsor":"James Eldridge"},
{"bill_id":883218,"bill_number":"S2389","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"Relative to recycling (Senate, No. 2389) (being the text of Senate, No. 2308, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-06-28","last_action":"Received from the Senate on Wednesday, 1/4/17, 9:00am","last_action_date":"2017-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2389/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2389","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883235,"bill_number":"H4457","title":"Special procedures for consideration of the House bill relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment (House, No. 4413)","description":"Filed by Mr. Galvin of Canton. July 5, 2016.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2016-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4457","sponsor":"William Galvin"},
{"bill_id":883236,"bill_number":"H4459","title":"Relative to simulcasting and racing days","description":"Relative to simulcasting and racing days","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-01","last_action":"Singed by the Governor, Chapter 176 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4459","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883237,"bill_number":"H4465","title":"Authorizing the town of Boylston to continue the employment of police chief Anthony Sahagian","description":"That the town of Boylston be authorized to continue the employment of police chief Anthony Sahagian. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4465","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":883238,"bill_number":"H4464","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to convey a certain parcel of park land.","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to North Shore Medical Center, Inc. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 195 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4464","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":883239,"bill_number":"H4462","title":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Dracut be authorized to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4552","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4462","sponsor":"Colleen Garry"},
{"bill_id":883240,"bill_number":"H4461","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4483","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4461","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883241,"bill_number":"H4466","title":"Protecting police officers","description":"Relative to fines and punishment for committing assault or assault and battery on law enforcement officers while in the performance of their duties. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4692","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4466","sponsor":"Paul Frost"},
{"bill_id":883242,"bill_number":"H4456","title":"Land bills July","description":"By Mr. Kocot of Northampton, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4456","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":883243,"bill_number":"S2400","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"To promote energy diversity","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-30","last_action":"See H4385","last_action_date":"2016-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2400/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2400","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883244,"bill_number":"S2406","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury","description":"Relative to authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Shrewsbury (Senate, No. 2133) the committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets having recommended that the bill be amended in lines 3 and 4, by striking “or recreational” and inserting in place thereof the words “, passive recreational, or agricultural”; in line 16, by striking “or recreational” and inserting in place thereof the words “, passive recreational, or agricultural”; and in line 31, by striking “or recreational” and inserting in place thereof the words “, passive recreational, or agricultural”,-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2406).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 210 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2406/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2406","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883245,"bill_number":"S2405","title":"Improving vocational training opportunities for unemployed workers","description":"SENATE, Monday, July 5, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill improving vocational training opportunities for unemployed workers (Senate, No. 969),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2405).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2405/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2405","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883246,"bill_number":"H4463","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to grant 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":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4529","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4463","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":883247,"bill_number":"S2398","title":"Relative to the ride for hire industry","description":"Relative to the ride for hire industry (House, No. 4064) (being the text of Senate, No. 2371, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-29","last_action":"See H4064","last_action_date":"2016-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2398/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2398","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883295,"bill_number":"H4474","title":"Relative to innocent spouses","description":"Relative to innocent spouses","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4474","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":883296,"bill_number":"S2407","title":"Relative to transgender anti-discrimination","description":"Relativerelative to transgender anti-discrimination.” (Senate, No. 2407).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 134 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2407/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2407","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883297,"bill_number":"H4469","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Chesterfield to Denise T. Cormier","description":"Authorizing the conveyance of a certain parcel of land in the town of Chesterfield to Denise T. Cormier","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 236 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4469","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":883298,"bill_number":"S2380","title":"Environmental issues","description":"Relative to environmental issues.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2380/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2380","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":883299,"bill_number":"H4467","title":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","description":"To establish standards for medical gas piping systems","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4467","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":883300,"bill_number":"H4468","title":"Authorizing the lease or other disposition of certain parcels of land in the city of Boston","description":"Authorizing the lease or other disposition of certain parcels of land in the city of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 373 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4468","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":883301,"bill_number":"S2382","title":"Health insurance premiums and hospital services","description":"Relative to health insurance premiums and hospital services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2382/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2382","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":883302,"bill_number":"S2384","title":"Judicial matters","description":"Relative to judicial matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2384/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2384","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":883303,"bill_number":"S2383","title":"Public housing, landlord/tenant, condominiums, expiring use, and production","description":"Relative to public housing, landlord/tenant, condominiums, expiring use, and production","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2383/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2383","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":883304,"bill_number":"H4473","title":"Establishing a senior means-tested property tax exemption in the town of Concord","description":"Establishing a senior means-tested property tax exemption in the town of Concord","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 374 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4473","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":883305,"bill_number":"H4472","title":"Relative to facilitating the utilization of psychologists on the health care team","description":"Relative to facilitating the utilization of psychologists on the health care team","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4686","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4472/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4472","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":883306,"bill_number":"H4471","title":"Extending Financial Services Bills","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition of [PETITIONERS LIST] [BACKING TEXT]. Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4471","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":883307,"bill_number":"S2387","title":"Transportation Committee Study Order","description":"Relative to transportation matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2387/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2387","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":883308,"bill_number":"S2381","title":"Financing of health care coverage and analysis","description":"Relative to financing of health care coverage and analysis.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2381/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2381","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":883309,"bill_number":"S2388","title":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"Relative to telecommunications, utilities and energy matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2388/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2388","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy"},
{"bill_id":883310,"bill_number":"S2386","title":"State administration and regulatory oversight","description":"Relative to state administration and regulatory oversight matters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2386/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2386","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":883311,"bill_number":"H4470","title":"Relative to speed limits","description":"Relative to speed limits","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","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":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4470","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":883312,"bill_number":"S2385","title":"Municipalities and local government issues","description":"Relative to municipalities and local government issues.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2385/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2385","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":883388,"bill_number":"H4458","title":"Resolve establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","description":"Resolve establishing the special commission on local and regional public health","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Amendment 2 adopted","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4458","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883389,"bill_number":"S2408","title":"Relative to solar drying of laundry","description":"Relative to solar drying of laundry (Senate, No. 1056).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-12","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":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2408/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2408","sponsor":"Michael Barrett"},
{"bill_id":883390,"bill_number":"S2411","title":"Electronic health records","description":"For legislation to enhance computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to ensure access to medically necessary services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2411).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2411/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2411","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":883391,"bill_number":"H4460","title":"Establishing a task force on Massachusetts older adults of all incomes","description":"Establishing a task force on Massachusetts older adults of all incomes","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4460","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883392,"bill_number":"H4480","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for William Horohoe, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for William Horohoe, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 254 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4480","sponsor":"Hannah Kane"},
{"bill_id":883393,"bill_number":"H4476","title":"Relative to the retirement benefits of retired police officer John R. Busby, Jr. of the Falmouth police department","description":"That the town of Falmouth retirement board be authorized to increase the accidental disability retirement allowance paid to John R. Busby, Jr., a police officer of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 440 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4476","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883394,"bill_number":"H4479","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to establish the Salem Harbor Port Authority","description":"Substituted, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3894, changed). July 7, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 250 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4479","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":883395,"bill_number":"H4475","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant a license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Webster be authorized 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":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4530","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4475","sponsor":"Joseph McKenna"},
{"bill_id":883396,"bill_number":"H4477","title":"Parisella amend","description":"Relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment (House, No. 4285). July 7, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4285","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4477","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":883397,"bill_number":"S2410","title":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 7, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill modernizing municipal finance and government (House, No. 4419); 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 2410.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"See H4419","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2410/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2410","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883398,"bill_number":"S2409","title":"Relative to family financial protection","description":"Relative to family financial protection (Senate, No. 2230),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2409).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2409/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2409","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883463,"bill_number":"H4505","title":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his reduction or disapproval of certain items and sections, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, board, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements [see House, No. 4450] (for message, see House, No. 4505).","description":"A message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his reduction or disapproval of certain items and sections, and also with recommendations of amendments of certain sections contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, board, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements [see House, No. 4450] (for message, see House, No. 4505).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-07-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4505","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883464,"bill_number":"S2416","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"SENATE, Friday, July 8, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability (Senate, No. 2207),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2416).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2434","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2416/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2416","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883465,"bill_number":"H4484","title":"Elder Affairs","description":"Elder Affairs","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4484","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":883466,"bill_number":"S2413","title":"Authorizing the issuance of a certain license for the retail sale of wine and malt beverages to be consumed on the premises in the town of Westhampton","description":"For legislation to authorize the issuance of a certain license for the retail sale of wine and malt beverages to be consumed on the premises in the town of Westhampton. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading new draft substituted, see S2526","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2413/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2413","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":883467,"bill_number":"H4478","title":"Floor Amendment","description":"Text on an amendment, offered by Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, to the Senate Bill authorizing the town of West Bridgewater to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises (Senate, No. 2292). July 7, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2292","last_action_date":"2016-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4478","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":883468,"bill_number":"H4481","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jamie Mascarello, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jamie Mascarello, an employee of the Office of the Commissioner of Probation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 261 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4481","sponsor":"Keiko Orrall"},
{"bill_id":883469,"bill_number":"S2417","title":"Promoting transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities","description":"For legislation to promote transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2417).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2424","last_action_date":"2016-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2417/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2417","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883470,"bill_number":"S2412","title":"Repealing the Supplemental Reserve Fund in the city of Pittsfield","description":"For legislation to amend Chapter 28 of the Acts of 2001. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 336 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2412/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2412","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":883471,"bill_number":"S2415","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates (Senate, No. 843) (the committee on Health Care Financing having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new draft (Senate, No. 2304),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2415).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-08","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2433","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2415/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2415","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883472,"bill_number":"H4482","title":"Renaming a certain bridge over the Merrimack River on Interstate 95","description":"For legislation to designate the south bound section of the Interstate 95 bridge between the city of Amesbury and the city of Newburyport as the William Lloyd Garrison bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-09","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4482","sponsor":"James Kelcourse"},
{"bill_id":883473,"bill_number":"S2414","title":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities","description":"Creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2414/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2414","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883533,"bill_number":"H4485","title":"Relative to low-income taxpayer clinics","description":"Section 12 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment D of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 159 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4485/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4485","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883534,"bill_number":"S2420","title":"Designating the Plymouth Trial Court as the Therese Murray Trial Court","description":"For legislation relative to naming the Plymouth Trial Court in honor of Senate President Therese Murray,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2420).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-07","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 259 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2420/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2420","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883535,"bill_number":"H4502","title":"Relative to the task force on health insurance payer practices for certain prescription medications","description":"Section 194 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment U of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4502","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883536,"bill_number":"H4501","title":"Relative to the task force on employee vacation and earned sick leave credit","description":"Section 191 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment T of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4501","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883537,"bill_number":"H4486","title":"Relative to the office of the child advocate","description":"Section 24 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment E of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Re-enacted and again laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4486/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4486","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883538,"bill_number":"H4488","title":"Relative to the federal REAL ID law","description":"Section 54 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment G of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Re-enacted and again laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4488/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4488","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883539,"bill_number":"H4504","title":"Amending certain effective dates for the fiscal year 2017 General Appropriations Act","description":"Section 201 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment W of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Governor's amendment rejected","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4504","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883540,"bill_number":"H4506","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883541,"bill_number":"H4496","title":"Relative to a department of transitional assistance fraud detection report","description":"Section 168 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment O of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 157 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4496","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883542,"bill_number":"H4487","title":"Relative to the Massachusetts child psychiatry access program","description":"Section 36 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment F of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 160 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4487","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883543,"bill_number":"H4498","title":"Regarding a feasibility study for high-speed rail access","description":"Section 180 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment Q of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4498","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883544,"bill_number":"H4500","title":"Relative to department of conservation and recreation park passes","description":"Section 186 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment S of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883545,"bill_number":"H4483","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"House bill No. 4461, as changed by the","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Reported by H4569","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4483","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883546,"bill_number":"H4494","title":"Regarding transfers from mental health trust funds to the General Fund","description":"Section 148 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment M of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4494/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4494","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883547,"bill_number":"H4491","title":"Relative to long-term antibiotic therapy for the treatment of Lyme disease","description":"Sections 108, 111, 113 and 115 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendments (for message, see Attachment J of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-31","last_action":"Chapter 183 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4491/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4491","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883548,"bill_number":"H4499","title":"Relative to a feasibility report on the inclusion of spouses as paid caregivers","description":"Section 181 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment R of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 158 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4499","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883549,"bill_number":"H4493","title":"Relative to other post-employment benefits liability","description":"Section 145 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment L of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4493/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4493","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883550,"bill_number":"H4489","title":"Relative to administering controlled substances","description":"Section 63 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment H of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting","last_action_date":"2016-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4489/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4489","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883551,"bill_number":"H4495","title":"Relative to transfers between health funds","description":"Section 157 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment N of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4495","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883552,"bill_number":"H4503","title":"Relative to municipality reimbursement","description":"Section 196 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment V of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 169 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4503","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883553,"bill_number":"S2421","title":"For language opportunity for our kids","description":"For language opportunity for our kids","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2421/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2421","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883554,"bill_number":"H4507","title":"Authorizing the town of Weston to transfer certain land known as Cat Rock","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to convey a certain parcel of town-owned land for recreational purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 221 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4507","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":883555,"bill_number":"H4497","title":"Relative to community hospital marketing campaigns","description":"Section 179 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment P of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-11","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4497","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883556,"bill_number":"S2422","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"See H4483","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2422/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2422","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":883557,"bill_number":"H4490","title":"Relative to protective custody","description":"Section 73 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment I of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 161 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4490/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4490","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883558,"bill_number":"S2418","title":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements","description":"Relative to the judicial enforcement of noncompetition agreements (House, No. 4434); 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 2418; and by inserting before the enacting clause the following emergency preamble:- “Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to further provide for the judicial enforcement of trade secrets and noncompetition agreements, therefore it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.”","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"See H4434","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2418/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2418","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":883559,"bill_number":"H4492","title":"Relative to MBTA fare increases","description":"Section 133 contained in the engrossed Bill making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 (see House, No. 4450), which had been returned by His Excellency the Governor with recommendation of amendment (for message, see Attachment K of House, No. 4505). July 11, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 164 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4492/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4492","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883560,"bill_number":"H4508","title":"Authorizing the town of Weston to transfer certain parcels of recreation land from the recreation commission to the conservation commission","description":"That the town of Weston be authorized to convey two parcels of land from the recreation commission to the conservation commission for conservation purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 222 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4508/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4508","sponsor":"Alice Peisch"},
{"bill_id":883561,"bill_number":"S2419","title":"Relative to manufactured housing communities","description":"Relative to manufactured housing communities (Senate, No. 715),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2419).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-11","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2419/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2419","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883637,"bill_number":"S2423","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment (House, No. 4883) (the committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new text (Senate, No. 2422); reports, recommending that the Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets amendment be adopted with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2423.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-12","last_action":"See H4483","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2423/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2423","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883732,"bill_number":"S2426","title":"Resolve to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston","description":"Resolve to establish a special commission to consider an appropriate tribute to Nelson Mandela in the City of Boston","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 1 of the Resolves of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2426/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2426","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":883733,"bill_number":"S2425","title":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","description":"Regulating the use of credit reports by employers","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2425/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2425","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883734,"bill_number":"H4511","title":"A 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 4.00, Residential Conservation Services Program Regulations (“RCS Regulations”) (House, No. 4511). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","description":"A 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 4.00, Residential Conservation Services Program Regulations (“RCS Regulations”) (House, No. 4511). Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883735,"bill_number":"S2428","title":"Electronic publication of certain legal notices","description":"Relative to electronic publication of certain legal notices (House, No. 1566),- reported, that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2428","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"See H1566","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2428/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2428","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":883736,"bill_number":"H4509","title":"To establish pay equity","description":"Text of an amendment recommended by the committee on Ways and Means to the Senate Bill to establish pay equity (Senate, No. 2119). July 13, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2119","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4509","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883737,"bill_number":"H4510","title":"Requiring the use of helmets for equine riders and drivers","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Kocot of Northampton, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 2147). July 13, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4510","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":883738,"bill_number":"S2424","title":"Promoting transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities","description":"Promoting transparency, best practices, and better outcomes for children and communities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2424/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2424","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883739,"bill_number":"S2427","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant an easement to the town of Grafton over a certain parcel of land","description":"For legislation to authorize the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant an easement to the town of Grafton over a certain parcel of land. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 327 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2427/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2427","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":883838,"bill_number":"H4512","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 155 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4512","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":883839,"bill_number":"H4516","title":"Authorizing the Department of Fish and Game to grant an easement to the town of Bourne in exchange for a conservation restriction on town land","description":"For legislation to authorize the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife to convey a certain parcel of land located in the town of Bourne to said town. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 223 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4516","sponsor":"David Vieira"},
{"bill_id":883840,"bill_number":"H4518","title":"Authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant certain easements in the city of Medford and in the town of Winchester","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Donato of Medford, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4101). July 14, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 237 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4518","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":883841,"bill_number":"H4515","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Recreation to grant certain easements to the Town of Plymouth over a portion of Pilgrim Memorial State Park","description":"By Mr. Muratore of Plymouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mathew Muratore (by vote of the town) that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant easements over certain parcels of land at the southern end of Pilgrim Memorial State Park. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 226 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4515","sponsor":"Mathew Muratore"},
{"bill_id":883842,"bill_number":"H4514","title":"Relative to retirement survivor benefits for Katherine M. McGuinness","description":"Relative to retirement survivor benefits for Katherine M. McGuinness. Public Service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2016 from 01:00 PM-03:00 PM in A-2","last_action_date":"2016-07-19","committee":"Public Service","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4514","sponsor":"John Rogers"},
{"bill_id":883843,"bill_number":"H4517","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Relative to making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"Reported, in part, by H4664","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4517","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":883844,"bill_number":"H4513","title":"Relative to the unfunded pension liability for retired sheriff’s department employees in Barnstable county","description":"By Ms. Peake of Provincetown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Sarah K. Peake and others that Barnstable County be authorized to establish a deeds excise fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4513","sponsor":"Sarah Peake"},
{"bill_id":884099,"bill_number":"H4522","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant to The Association for Community Living, Inc. certain parcels of land in the city of Springfield","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to grant to The Association for Community Living, Inc. certain parcels of land in the city of Springfield","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 242 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4522","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":884100,"bill_number":"S2437","title":"Authorizing the Town of Boxford to establish a reserve fund for certain special education costs","description":"For legislation to authorize the Town of Boxford to establish a reserve fund for certain special education costs. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-15","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2437/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2437","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":884101,"bill_number":"S2432","title":"Providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services","description":"SENATE, Friday, July 15, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill providing access to full spectrum addiction treatment services (Senate, No. 1502, changed),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2432).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2432/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2432","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884102,"bill_number":"H4520","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to exchange certain parcels of land with the city of Northampton","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to exchange certain parcels of land with the city of Northampton","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 241 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4520","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":884103,"bill_number":"S2100","title":"Relative to public higher education transfers","description":"Relative to public higher education transfers","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-01-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2100/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2100","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Higher Education"},
{"bill_id":884104,"bill_number":"S2433","title":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates","description":"Relative to medical placement of terminal and incapacitated inmates (Senate, No. 2433) (being the text of Senate, No. 2415, printed as amended)","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2433/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2433","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884105,"bill_number":"H4521","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of New Salem","description":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey certain land in the town of New Salem","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 238 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4521","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":884106,"bill_number":"S2436","title":"To provide property tax exemptions for certain nonprofit senior housing in Boxford","description":"For legislation to provide property tax exemptions for certain nonprofit senior housing in Boxford. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-15","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2482","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2436/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2436","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
{"bill_id":884107,"bill_number":"H4519","title":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham","description":"Authorizing the division of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 217 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4519","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":884108,"bill_number":"S2430","title":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","description":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"See H4419","last_action_date":"2016-07-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2430/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2430","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884111,"bill_number":"S2435","title":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment (House, No. 4483) (being the text of Senate, No. 2423, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-14","last_action":"See H4483","last_action_date":"2016-07-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2435/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2435","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884112,"bill_number":"H4523","title":"Relative to fire sprinkler installation incentives","description":"Relative to fire sprinkler installation incentives. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-05","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4694","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4523","sponsor":"Peter Kocot"},
{"bill_id":884113,"bill_number":"S2434","title":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","description":"To prevent wage theft and promote employer accountability","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-13","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2434/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2434","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884128,"bill_number":"H4527","title":"Relative to special police officers in the city known as the town of Weymouth","description":"Relative to the appointment of special police officers in the city known as the town of Weymouth. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4527","sponsor":"James Murphy"},
{"bill_id":884129,"bill_number":"S2446","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","description":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Reprinted, as amended, see S2477","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2446/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2446","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884130,"bill_number":"H4524","title":"Authorizing the town of Huntington to grant one additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the town of Huntington 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":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4585","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4524","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":884131,"bill_number":"S2447","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"See H4424","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2447/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2447","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets"},
{"bill_id":884132,"bill_number":"S2445","title":"Further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders","description":"SENATE, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders (Senate, No.1895),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2445).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2462","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2445/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2445","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884133,"bill_number":"S2444","title":"To strengthen the anti-human trafficking law","description":"SENATE, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 - The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to strengthen the anti-human trafficking law (Senate, No.872),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2444).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Reprinted as amended, see S2461","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2444/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2444","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":884134,"bill_number":"H4526","title":"Relative to the treasurer of the town of Northfield","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to appoint a treasurer for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 389 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4526","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884135,"bill_number":"H4525","title":"Authorizing the city of Beverly to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the city of Beverly be authorized to grant six additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises and three 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":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4586","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4525","sponsor":"Jerald Parisella"},
{"bill_id":884144,"bill_number":"H4532","title":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the agencies that serve them","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Sannicandro of Ashland, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4021). July 20, 2016.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-20","last_action":"Referred to the House Committee on Bills in the Third Reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Bills in the Third Reading","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4532/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4532","sponsor":"Tom Sannicandro"},
{"bill_id":884145,"bill_number":"H4531","title":"Establishing an appointed Highway Superintendent in the town of Plympton","description":"That the town of Plympton be authorized to appointed a highway superintendent for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 369 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4531/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4531","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884146,"bill_number":"H4529","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 278 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4529/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4529","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884147,"bill_number":"H4528","title":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Fairhaven to grant 1 additional license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 277 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4528/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4528","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884148,"bill_number":"H4530","title":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Webster to grant an additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 329 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4530/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4530","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884149,"bill_number":"H4533","title":"Authorizing the town of Boylston to sell a portion of a certain town property","description":"That the town of Boylston be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-07-31","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4533/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4533","sponsor":"Harold Naughton"},
{"bill_id":884152,"bill_number":"S2455","title":"Financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 21, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the House Bill financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges (House, No. 4424) (the committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets having recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new text (Senate, No. 2447); 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 2455.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"See H4424","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2455/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2455","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884153,"bill_number":"H4535","title":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","description":"Relative to LGBT awareness training for aging services providers","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4535/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4535","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884154,"bill_number":"H4538","title":"Designating a certain boat launch in the town of Somerset as the William and Harold Meehan Memorial Boat Launch","description":"For legislation to designate a certain boat launch in the town of Somerset as the William and Harold Meehan memorial boat launch. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-01","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 251 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4538/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4538","sponsor":"Patricia Haddad"},
{"bill_id":884155,"bill_number":"S2453","title":"Improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 21, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill improving outdoor lighting and increasing dark-sky visibility (Senate, No. 2159),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2453).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2453/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2453","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884156,"bill_number":"S2448","title":"Financial services matters","description":"For legislationfor legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2448).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2448/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2448","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":884157,"bill_number":"S2457","title":"Text of Senate amendment (Senator Jehlen) to House Bill relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the agencies that serve them (House, No. 4532).","description":"Relative to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and the agencies that serve them (House, No. 4532).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"See H4532","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2457/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2457","sponsor":"Patricia Jehlen"},
{"bill_id":884158,"bill_number":"H4534","title":"To increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act","description":"To increase the Commonwealth's compliance with federal law meeting requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4534/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4534","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884159,"bill_number":"H4541","title":"Protecting ratepayers against unnecessary taxes due to gas pipeline expansion","description":"Relative to gas pipeline contracts. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-07","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4541/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4541","sponsor":"Walter Timilty"},
{"bill_id":884160,"bill_number":"H4540","title":"Authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey an easement over certain park land to the city of Boston","description":"By Mr. Michlewitz of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Aaron Michlewitz that the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to grant an easement to the city of Boston for subsurface storm water drain pipe purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 239 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4540/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4540","sponsor":"Aaron Michlewitz"},
{"bill_id":884161,"bill_number":"H4536","title":"Relative to the Middlesex Canal Commission","description":"Relative to the Middlesex Canal Commission","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 309 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4536/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4536","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884162,"bill_number":"S2459","title":"Providing for the release of a certain agricultural preservation restriction on a parcel of land in the town of Berkley","description":"For legislation to provide for the release of a certain agricultural preservation restriction on a parcel of land in the town of Berkley. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-06-23","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":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2459/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2459","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":884163,"bill_number":"S2449","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in schools","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 21, 2016 - The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill requiring automated external defibrillators in schools (Senate, No.1191),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2449).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 443 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2449/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2449","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":884164,"bill_number":"H4539","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robin Waine an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robin Waine, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-06-15","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-09-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4539/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4539","sponsor":"Joseph McGonagle"},
{"bill_id":884165,"bill_number":"S2456","title":"Relative to sight-seeing vehicle safety","description":"For legislation relative to sight-seeing vehicle safety,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2456).","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2473","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2456/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2456","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Transportation"},
{"bill_id":884166,"bill_number":"S2450","title":"Relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance","description":"Relative to principle-based reserving for life insurance,-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2450).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2450/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2450","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884167,"bill_number":"H4537","title":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","description":"Clarifying eligibility for the earned income tax credit","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4537/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4537","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884168,"bill_number":"S2280","title":"Veteran Request","description":"Amendment Title: Veteran Request","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2280/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2280","sponsor":"James Timilty"},
{"bill_id":884169,"bill_number":"S2452","title":"Relative to the towing away and storage of motor vehicles","description":"Relative to the towing away and storage of motor vehicles (Senate, No.1291),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2452).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 246 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2452/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2452","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884170,"bill_number":"S2454","title":"To involve youth in civic engagement","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 21, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to involve youth in civic engagement,-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2454).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-25","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2454/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2454","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884171,"bill_number":"S1958","title":"Relative to senior citizen property taxes","description":"For legislation relative to senior citizen property taxes,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 1958).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2015-07-02","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2015-07-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1958/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1958","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":884172,"bill_number":"S2458","title":"Designating the commission on postpartum depression as the Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression","description":"For legislation relative to the Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 350 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2458/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2458","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884173,"bill_number":"S2285","title":"Text of the Senate Amendment relative to non-conforming structures","description":"Relative to non-conforming structures (House, No. 3611) (being the text of Senate, No. 2259, printed as amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-05","last_action":"See H3611","last_action_date":"2016-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2285/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2285","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884197,"bill_number":"S2460","title":"Creating a department of municipal finance in the town of Carver under the direction of a finance director","description":"For legislation to create a department of municipal finance in the town of Carver under the direction of a finance director. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 284 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2460/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2460","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":884198,"bill_number":"H4542","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill relative to school improvements plans (see House, No. 391, amended)","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill relative to school improvements plans (see House, No. 391, amended)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"See H391","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4542/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4542","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884199,"bill_number":"H4543","title":"Relative to disclosure of top contributors for independent expenditures or electioneering communications","description":"Relative to disclosure of top contributors for independent expenditures or electioneering communications","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"See H543","last_action_date":"2016-07-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4543/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4543","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884200,"bill_number":"H4545","title":"Granting creditable service to James Boyle","description":"Relative to the retirement benefits of James Boyle, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-20","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4545/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4545","sponsor":"Gailanne Cariddi"},
{"bill_id":884201,"bill_number":"H4544","title":"Relative to child-centered family law","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Fernandes of Milford, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4107). July 23, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4544/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4544","sponsor":"John Fernandes"},
{"bill_id":884202,"bill_number":"S2451","title":"Relative to the creative economy","description":"Relative to the creative economy,-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2451).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2451/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2451","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884209,"bill_number":"H4547","title":"Relative to streamlined low-voltage alarm system installation and permitting","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4129). July 25, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4547/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4547","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":884210,"bill_number":"H4548","title":"An act authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire certain parcels of land in the city known as the town of Weymouth.","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Mariano of Quincy, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4389). July 25, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 232 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4548/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4548","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":884211,"bill_number":"H4546","title":"Authorizing the board of selectmen of the town of Tisbury to grant licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to certain restaurants","description":"That the town of Tisbury be authorized to grant 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":"2016-07-25","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4594","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4546/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4546","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":884215,"bill_number":"S2462","title":"Further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders","description":"Further strengthening public safety by reducing unlicensed, uninsured driving by OUI offenders","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2462/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2462","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884216,"bill_number":"S2463","title":"Resolve examining Commonwealth procurement policies relative to Congo conflict minerals","description":"Relativerelative to Congo conflict minerals” (Senate, No. 2463).","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-07-26","last_action":"Resolved passed and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2463/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2463","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884217,"bill_number":"S2461","title":"To strengthen the anti-human trafficking law","description":"To strengthen the anti-human trafficking law","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-23","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means with the amendment pending","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2461/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2461","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884218,"bill_number":"S2464","title":"Authorizing a study of starting times and schedules","description":"SENATE, Tuesday, July 26, 2016 - The committee on Rules, to whom was referred the Senate Bill authorizing a study of starting times and schedules (Senate, No. 2221),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a resolve entitled “Resolve authorizing a study of starting times and schedules” (Senate, No. 2464).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-26","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2464/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2464","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":884238,"bill_number":"S2469","title":"Relative to voluntary towing reform","description":"Relative to voluntary towing reform (Senate, No. 1289),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2469).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2469/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2469","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884239,"bill_number":"S2470","title":"Relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers","description":"Relative to the protection of propane gas ratepayers (Senate, No. 1758),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2470).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2470/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2470","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884240,"bill_number":"S2467","title":"Promoting restorative justice practices","description":"SENATE, Wednesday, July 27, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill promoting restorative justice practices (Senate, No. 71),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2467).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-27","last_action":"Recommended new draft for S71","last_action_date":"2016-07-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2467/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2467","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884241,"bill_number":"H4550","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 3 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough 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":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 308 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4550/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4550","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884242,"bill_number":"S2473","title":"Relative to amphibious sight-seeing vehicle safety","description":"Relativerelative to amphibious sight-seeing vehicle safety” (Senate, No. 2473).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 331 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2473/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2473","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884243,"bill_number":"S2466","title":"Relative to the commonwealth's direct-care workforce for elderly and disabled consumers","description":"Relativerelative to the commonwealth's direct-care workforce for elderly and disabled consumers” (Senate, No. 2466).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2466/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2466","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884244,"bill_number":"H4551","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 279 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4551/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4551","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884245,"bill_number":"H4552","title":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises.","description":"Authorizing the town of Dracut to grant four additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4552/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4552","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884246,"bill_number":"H4549","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises within a site containing a development to be known as Route One","description":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises within a site containing a development to be known as Route One","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4609","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4549/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4549","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884247,"bill_number":"S2465","title":"Concerning sexual violence on higher education campuses","description":"For legislation relative to sexual violence on higher education campuses,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2465).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2465/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2465","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884248,"bill_number":"S2471","title":"Resolve An Act creating a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities","description":"Resolve An Act creating a sexual assault climate survey for Massachusetts colleges and universities","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-27","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2471/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2471","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884256,"bill_number":"H4555","title":"Authorizing the Silver Lake Regional School District to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Kingston","description":"By Mr. Calter of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas J. Calter that the Silver Lake Regional School District be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land to the town of Kingston. Municipalities and Regional Government.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 439 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4555/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4555","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884257,"bill_number":"H4553","title":"To minimize foreclosures and their harm","description":"Relative to foreclosures and vacant properties. Housing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4691","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4553/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4553","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":884258,"bill_number":"S2475","title":"Authorizing the Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant a water main easement to the town of Bellingham","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 28, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill pertaining to the town of Bellingham and water main easement (Senate, No. 2117),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2475).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 212 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2475/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2475","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884259,"bill_number":"S2468","title":"To reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions","description":"For legislation to reduce the risks associated with allergic reactions,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2468).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2468/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2468","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884260,"bill_number":"S2476","title":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations","description":"Relative to the licensure of motor vehicle inspection stations (Senate, No. 2264),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2476).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2476/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2476","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884261,"bill_number":"H4557","title":"Providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Text of a further amendment (Mr. Straus of Mattapoisett) to the Senate amendment of the House Bill providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges (House, No. 4424). July 28, 2016.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-28","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see H4424","last_action_date":"2016-07-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4557/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4557","sponsor":"William Straus"},
{"bill_id":884262,"bill_number":"S2474","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth","description":"SENATE, Thursday, July 28, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill authorizing the Commonwealth to grant an easement to the town of Barnstable and the town of Barnstable to grant or assign several conservation restrictions to the Commonwealth (Senate, No. 1990),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2474).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 211 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2474/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2474","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884263,"bill_number":"H4559","title":"Relative to long-term antibiotic therapy for the treatment of Lyme Disease","description":"Relative to long-term antibiotic therapy for the treatment of Lyme Disease","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"See H4491","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4559/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4559","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884264,"bill_number":"H4560","title":"Relative to expanded access to therapies for the treatment of Lyme Disease","description":"Relative to expanded access to therapies for the treatment of Lyme Disease","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-30","committee":"Financial Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4560/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4560","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884265,"bill_number":"H4558","title":"Relative to administering controlled substances","description":"Relative to administering controlled substances","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"See H4489","last_action_date":"2016-08-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4558/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4558","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884266,"bill_number":"H4554","title":"Relative to parenting time rights","description":"Relative to court ordered parenting time. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-19","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see H4693","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4554/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4554","sponsor":"Shawn Dooley"},
{"bill_id":884290,"bill_number":"H4556","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Irene Carr, an employee of the Division of Professional Licensure","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Irene Carr, an employee of the Division of Professional Licensure. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 371 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4556/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4556","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884291,"bill_number":"H4564","title":"Authorizing the City of Springfield to convert Park land at Ruth Elizabeth Park for traffic improvement use pursuant to article 97, and to acquire and dedicate replacement park land","description":"That the city of Springfield be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land for traffic improvement purposes. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Bills in the Third Reading special report accepted, substituting a bill with the same title, see H4567","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4564/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4564","sponsor":"Benjamin Swan"},
{"bill_id":884292,"bill_number":"H4565","title":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","description":"Modernizing municipal finance and government","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-09","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 218 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4565/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4565","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884293,"bill_number":"H4562","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission to preserve Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","description":"Resolve establishing a special commission to preserve Polish heritage in the Pioneer Valley","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-09-26","last_action":"Resolve passed and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4562/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4562","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884294,"bill_number":"H4561","title":"Relative to the inclusive concurrent enrollment grant program","description":"Relative to the inclusive concurrent enrollment grant program","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4561/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4561","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884295,"bill_number":"H4567","title":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to transfer a portion of park land at Ruth Elizabeth Park for traffic improvement use","description":"Authorizing the city of Springfield to transfer a portion of park land at Ruth Elizabeth Park for traffic improvement use","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 231 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4567/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4567","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":884296,"bill_number":"H4563","title":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","description":"Relative to the recognition and registration of professional employer organizations operating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4563/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4563","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884297,"bill_number":"H4570","title":"Regulating transportation network companies","description":"Regulating transportation network companies","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 187 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4570/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4570","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884298,"bill_number":"H4568","title":"To promote energy diversity","description":"To promote energy diversity","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-08-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 188 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4568/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4568","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884299,"bill_number":"S2477","title":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","description":"Establishing a family and medical leave and temporary disability leave insurance program","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-07-30","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-07-31","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2477/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2477","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884300,"bill_number":"H4569","title":"Relative to job creation and workforce development","description":"Relative to job creation and workforce development","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-08-10","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4569/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4569","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884301,"bill_number":"H4566","title":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","description":"Relative to language opportunity for our kids","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-07-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-02","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4566/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4566","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":884389,"bill_number":"S2478","title":"Financial services matter","description":"For legislation relative to public funds, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2478).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2478/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2478","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":884397,"bill_number":"H4572","title":"Exempting all ranks of sworn police officers in the town of Grafton Police Department from the provisions of civil service law","description":"That the town of Grafton be authorized to exempt certain police officers from provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-08-04","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4603","last_action_date":"2016-09-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4572/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4572","sponsor":"David Muradian"},
{"bill_id":884399,"bill_number":"H4571","title":"Concerning long-term homeowners in the city of Boston","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3200). August 4, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 375 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4571/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4571","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884400,"bill_number":"H4573","title":"Relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the town of Westwood","description":"Relative to the assessment of local property taxes in the town of Westwood. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 345 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4573/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4573","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884412,"bill_number":"H4574","title":"Relative to boater safety to be known as the David Hanson act","description":"Relative to boater safety to be known as the David Hanson act","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-08-08","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-08-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4574/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4574","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":884419,"bill_number":"H4575","title":"Authorizing the appointment of a superintendent of streets in the town of Middlefield","description":"That the town of Middlefield be authorized to appoint a superintendent of streets for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Read, rules suspended read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4575/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4575","sponsor":"Stephen Kulik"},
{"bill_id":884428,"bill_number":"H4577","title":"Providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","description":"Providing for the financing of certain improvements to municipal roads and bridges","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-08-11","last_action":"See H4424","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4577/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4577","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884429,"bill_number":"H4576","title":"Relative to job creation and workforce development","description":"Relative to job creation and workforce development","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-08-11","last_action":"See H4569","last_action_date":"2016-08-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4576/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4576","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884437,"bill_number":"S2479","title":"Relative to the veteran property tax exemption residency requirement","description":"For legislation relative to the veteran property tax exemption residency requirement. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-01-28","last_action":"Accompanied a study order, see S2487","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2479/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2479","sponsor":"Michael Moore"},
{"bill_id":884440,"bill_number":"S2480","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Fall River as the Tom Tetrault Bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the City of Fall River as the Tom Tetrault Bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-14","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 290 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2480/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2480","sponsor":"Michael Rodrigues"},
{"bill_id":884447,"bill_number":"H4578","title":"Consumer protection","description":"Consumer protection","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-08-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4578/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4578","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884448,"bill_number":"S2481","title":"Authorizing assessment of sewer betterments and privilege fees in the Town of Salisbury","description":"For legislation to authorize assessment of sewer betterments and privilege fees in the Town of Salisbury. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 353 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2481/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2481","sponsor":"Kathleen O'Connor Ives"},
{"bill_id":884539,"bill_number":"H4579","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Jose Valencia, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Jose Valencia, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-21","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 270 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4579/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4579","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":884540,"bill_number":"H4580","title":"Authorizing Timothy King to purchase creditable service from the Barnstable county retirement board","description":"For legislation to authorize Timothy King to purchase creditable service for time served in the armed forces from the Barnstable county retirement board. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 365 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4580/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4580","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":884595,"bill_number":"H4582","title":"Assessments","description":"Assessments","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-08-18","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-18","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4582/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4582","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":884596,"bill_number":"H4583","title":"Relative to the position of appointed collector in the town of Northfield","description":"That the town of Northfield be authorized to appoint a town collector for said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 379 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4583/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4583","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884630,"bill_number":"H4584","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Anthony Ryan Smith, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Anthony Ryan Smith, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-09-19","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-09-22","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4584/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4584","sponsor":"Daniel Donahue"},
{"bill_id":884647,"bill_number":"S2482","title":"Revenue study","description":"For legislation to provide property tax exemptions for certain nonprofit senior housing in Boxford, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2482).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-08-15","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2482/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2482","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":884654,"bill_number":"H4587","title":"Authorizing the town of Whately to continue the employment of firefighter Peter Hannum","description":"That the town of Whately be authorized to continue the employment of Paul Hannum, a call firefighter for said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 436 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4587/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4587","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884655,"bill_number":"H4588","title":"Designating a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the Lance Corporal Alexander Arredondo and Brian Arredondo memorial bridge","description":"For legislation to designate a certain bridge in the city of Boston as the Lance Corporal Alexander Arredondo and Brian Arredondo memorial bridge. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 461 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4588/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4588","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884656,"bill_number":"H4586","title":"Authorizing the city of Beverly to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the city of Beverly to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-10","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 310 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4586/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4586","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884657,"bill_number":"H4589","title":"Validating the actions taken at a special town election held in the town of Westport","description":"Relative to validating a special election in the town of Westport.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 299 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4589/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4589","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884658,"bill_number":"H4585","title":"Authorizing the town of Huntington to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the town of Huntington to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 395 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4585/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4585","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":884679,"bill_number":"S2429","title":"Regional Transportation Ballot Initiatives","description":"Regional Transportation Ballot Initiatives","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2429/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2429","sponsor":"Benjamin Downing"},
{"bill_id":884703,"bill_number":"H4590","title":"Transportation & SBA and EEC, Extra-Curricular, and Learning Time","description":"Transportation & SBA and EEC, Extra-Curricular, and Learning Time","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-08-25","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4590/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4590","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":884704,"bill_number":"S2483","title":"Amending the charter of the town of Wareham relative to the time of town meeting","description":"For legislation relative to the charter of the town of Wareham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-22","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 319 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2483/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2483","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
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{"bill_id":884720,"bill_number":"S2484","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Donna Paul, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Donna Paul, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 302 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2484/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2484","sponsor":"Richard Ross"},
{"bill_id":884731,"bill_number":"H4594","title":"Authorizing the town of Tisbury to convert certain licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises.","description":"Authorizing the town of Tisbury to convert certain licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises to licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 360 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4594/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4594","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
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{"bill_id":884734,"bill_number":"H4591","title":"Curriculum","description":"Curriculum","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-08-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-08-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4591/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4591","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
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{"bill_id":884743,"bill_number":"H4596","title":"Relative to the Deerfield Economic Development Industrial Corporation","description":"That the town of Deerfield be authorized to grant certain authority to the Deerfield Economic Development Industrial Corporation for commercial, business and housing development purposes . Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 441 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4596/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4596","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":884744,"bill_number":"H4597","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Timothy McCarthy, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance","description":"Relative to establishing a sick leave bank for Timothy McCarthy, an employee of the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-09-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 275 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-09-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4597/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4597","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":885593,"bill_number":"H4609","title":"Authorizing the town of Foxborough to grant 4 additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4549). September 12, 2016.","status_desc":"Enrolled","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Enacted and laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4609/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4609","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":885595,"bill_number":"S2443","title":"Promoting Agriculture in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2443/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2443","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":885596,"bill_number":"S2439","title":"Pre-Broadway Live Theater Production","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2439/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2439","sponsor":"Bruce Tarr"},
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{"bill_id":885599,"bill_number":"S2487","title":"Revenue study","description":"For legislation relative to the veteran property tax exemption residency requirement, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2487).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-09-12","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-09-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2487/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2487","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
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{"bill_id":885601,"bill_number":"H4607","title":"Designating a Certain Intersection Under the Control of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation in the city known as the Town of Bridgewater","description":"For legislation to designate a certain intersection in the town of Bridgewater as the Bryan K. McSheffrey corner. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 347 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4607/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4607","sponsor":"Angelo D'Emilia"},
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{"bill_id":885603,"bill_number":"H4608","title":"Relative to overdose fatalities","description":"Relative to establishing a daily log of all responses to calls for assistance relating to opiate overdoses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-21","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-09-12","committee":"Public Safety and Homeland Security","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4608/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4608","sponsor":"Thomas Walsh"},
{"bill_id":885604,"bill_number":"H4615","title":"Veterans issues","description":"Veterans issues","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-09-19","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-09-19","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4615/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4615","sponsor":"Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs"},
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{"bill_id":885606,"bill_number":"S2438","title":"Starter Home Districts","description":"Relative to job creation, workforce development and infrastructure investment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2438/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2438","sponsor":"Linda Forry"},
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{"bill_id":886753,"bill_number":"H4650","title":"Environment","description":"Environment","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-09-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4650/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4650","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":886757,"bill_number":"H4656","title":"Air quality","description":"Air quality","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-09-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4656/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4656","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887013,"bill_number":"H4668","title":"Water","description":"Water","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4668/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4668","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887014,"bill_number":"H4674","title":"Judiciary Study Order","description":"Judiciary Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4674/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4674","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":887015,"bill_number":"H4676","title":"Public health matters","description":"Public health matters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4676/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4676","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Public Health"},
{"bill_id":887016,"bill_number":"H4666","title":"Education","description":"Education","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4666/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4666","sponsor":"Committee on Education"},
{"bill_id":887017,"bill_number":"H4665","title":"Relative to state oversight of professional licensing boards","description":"Relative to state oversight of professional licensing boards","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4665/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4665","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":887018,"bill_number":"H4669","title":"Waste management","description":"Waste management","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4669/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4669","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887019,"bill_number":"S2495","title":"Municipal lobbying policy study","description":"For legislation relative to the establishment of a Massachusetts municipal lobbying policy, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 2495).","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-09-29","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2495/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2495","sponsor":"Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight"},
{"bill_id":887020,"bill_number":"H4673","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the commonwealth.","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4673/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4673","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":887021,"bill_number":"H4659","title":"Relative to preservation of evidence for victims of rape and sexual assault","description":"Relative to preservation of evidence for victims of rape and sexual assault (House, No. 4364). September 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-09-29","last_action":"Substituted as new text for H4364","last_action_date":"2016-09-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4659/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4659","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":887022,"bill_number":"H4671","title":"Sewer rate relief","description":"Sewer rate relief","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4671/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4671","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887023,"bill_number":"H4675","title":"Community preservation","description":"Community preservation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4675/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4675","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government"},
{"bill_id":887024,"bill_number":"H4670","title":"E-waste","description":"E-waste","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4670/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4670","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887025,"bill_number":"H4677","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill further regulating the recorking of wine (see House, No.199, changed and amended).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with recommendation of amendment the engrossed Bill further regulating the recorking of wine (see House, No.199, changed and amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"See H199","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4677/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4677","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":887026,"bill_number":"H4664","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-10-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4664/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4664","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":887027,"bill_number":"H4667","title":"Local","description":"Local","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4667/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4667","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":887028,"bill_number":"H4672","title":"NPDES Delegation","description":"NPDES Delegation","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-03","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4672/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4672","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":889872,"bill_number":"H4702","title":"Establishing a remote voting system for town meeting in the town of Sudbury","description":"By Mr. Gentile of Sudbury, a petition of Carmine L. Gentile (by vote of the town) that certain disabled residents in the town of Sudbury be authorized to vote remotely by telephone. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-13","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4702/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4702","sponsor":"Carmine Gentile"},
{"bill_id":889873,"bill_number":"H4716","title":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines","description":"Relative to tax return filing deadlines","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-11-03","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4716/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4716","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":889874,"bill_number":"H4728","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Hua Tan, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Hua Tan, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-11-23","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-28","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4728/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4728","sponsor":"Paul McMurtry"},
{"bill_id":889875,"bill_number":"S2499","title":"Establishing a commission on malnutrition prevention among older adults","description":"Establishing a commission on malnutrition prevention among older adults","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-29","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 325 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2499/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2499","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":889876,"bill_number":"H4720","title":"Reconciling inconsistent statutory audit schedules","description":"Reconciling inconsistent statutory audit schedules","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 463 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4720/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4720","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889877,"bill_number":"H4706","title":"Judiciary","description":"Judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4706/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4706","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":889878,"bill_number":"H4736","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Dek Lee, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Dek Lee, an employee of the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 420 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4736/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4736","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889879,"bill_number":"S2502","title":"Relative to the charter of the town of Sutton","description":"Relative to the charter of the town of Sutton (Senate, No. 1078).","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2502/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2502","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":889880,"bill_number":"H4732","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Henry Clodius, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Henry Clodius, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 372 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4732/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4732","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889881,"bill_number":"H4707","title":"Relative to licenses for the sale for all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Wareham","description":"Relative to licenses for the sale for all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises in the town of Wareham","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-24","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4707/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4707","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":889882,"bill_number":"H4703","title":"Authorizing the town of Reading to establish a means-tested senior citizen property tax exemption","description":"That the town of Reading be authorized to establish a means tested senior citizen property tax exemption. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 343 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4703/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4703","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":889883,"bill_number":"H4684","title":"Financial services","description":"Financial services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4684/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4684","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Financial Services"},
{"bill_id":889884,"bill_number":"S2260","title":"Transportation issues","description":"Relativerelative to transportation issues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2260/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2260","sponsor":"Thomas McGee"},
{"bill_id":889885,"bill_number":"H4730","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Alicia Harmon, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Alicia Harmon, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 422 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4730/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4730","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":889887,"bill_number":"H4700","title":"Establishing a recreation tax in the town of Charlemont","description":"That the town of Charlemont be authorized to establish a tax on commercial recreational activities. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-27","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4700/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4700","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":889888,"bill_number":"H4737","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to convert certain seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses and grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized to convert certain seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses and grant 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":"2016-11-23","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4757","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4737/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4737","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":889889,"bill_number":"S2503","title":"Relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling","description":"Relative to equity in public contracting in honor of Bruce C. Bolling (Senate, No. 1617),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2503).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-31","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2503/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2503","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889890,"bill_number":"S2500","title":"Establishing an arts, culture and tourism promotion fund in the city of New Bedford","description":"For legislation to establish an arts, culture and tourism promotion fund in the city of New Bedford. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 381 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2500/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2500","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889891,"bill_number":"H4685","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4685/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4685","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":889892,"bill_number":"H4682","title":"Limited Health Services","description":"Limited Health Services","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4682/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4682","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Elder Affairs"},
{"bill_id":889893,"bill_number":"S2179","title":"Dispensing of certain cancer related drugs","description":"Relativerelative to the dispensing of certain cancer related drugs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2179/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2179","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":889894,"bill_number":"H4719","title":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in schools","description":"Requiring automated external defibrillators in schools","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2449","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4719/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4719","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889895,"bill_number":"H4724","title":"Exempting the position of deputy chief of police in the town of Winthrop from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Winthrop be authorized to exempt the position of deputy police chief from the provisions of the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 427 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4724/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4724","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889896,"bill_number":"H4698","title":"Relative to referendum procedures in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"Relative to referendum procedures in the city known as the town of Greenfield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-10-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4784","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4698/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4698","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":889897,"bill_number":"H4723","title":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","description":"Relative to transportation infrastructure value capture","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-11-14","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4723/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4723","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889898,"bill_number":"H4735","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Enise Pierre, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Enise Pierre, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 349 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4735/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4735","sponsor":"Paul Heroux"},
{"bill_id":889899,"bill_number":"H4713","title":"Regarding town meeting articles in the town of Framingham","description":"That the town of Framingham be authorized to amend town meeting articles of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4713/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4713","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":889900,"bill_number":"H4717","title":"Relative to the residential exemption","description":"Relative to the residential exemption","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-02","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 326 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4717/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4717","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":889901,"bill_number":"S2507","title":"Exempting the position of deputy superintendent of police in the city of Lowell from the civil service law","description":"For legislation to exempt the position of deputy superintendent of police in the city of Lowell from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received]","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2507/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2507","sponsor":"Eileen Donoghue"},
{"bill_id":889902,"bill_number":"S4","title":"FY17 Senate Ways and Means Budget recommendations","description":"FY17 Senate Ways and Means Budget recommendations","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-05-17","last_action":"See H4201","last_action_date":"2016-05-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S4/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S4","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889903,"bill_number":"H4200","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2017 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-04-27","last_action":"Published as amended, see H4201","last_action_date":"2016-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4200/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4200","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889904,"bill_number":"H4686","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4686/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4686","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":889905,"bill_number":"H4708","title":"Authorizing the city of Woburn to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Woburn to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 398 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4708/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4708","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":889906,"bill_number":"H4739","title":"Facilitating urban redevelopment in the city of Quincy","description":"Relative to facilitating urban redevelopment in the city of Quincy. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-30","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 355 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4739/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4739","sponsor":"Ronald Mariano"},
{"bill_id":889907,"bill_number":"H4712","title":"Relative to the contributions of certain employees in the town of Kingston","description":"Relative to the eligibility for participation in the town of Kingston’s contributory insurance plan. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 390 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4712/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4712","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889908,"bill_number":"H4727","title":"A communication from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (under the provisions of sections 1B, 1J and 1K of Chapter 69 of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 603 CMR 2.00, regulations on accountability and assistance for school districts and schools","description":"A communication from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (under the provisions of sections 1B, 1J and 1K of Chapter 69 of the General Laws) submitting amendments to 603 CMR 2.00, regulations on accountability and assistance for school districts and schools. Education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-11-10","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-11-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4727/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4727","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":889910,"bill_number":"H4738","title":"Ratifying certain by-laws in the town of Easton","description":"Relative to ratification of certain bylaws of the town of Easton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 384 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4738/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4738","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889911,"bill_number":"S2506","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Nereida Prats, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Nereida Prats, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 417 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2506/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2506","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889912,"bill_number":"H4680","title":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to grant a special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premise consumption at an indoor or outdoor agricultural event","description":"Authorizing the town of Westwood to grant a special license for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premise consumption at an indoor or outdoor agricultural event","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4680/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4680","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":889913,"bill_number":"H4726","title":"Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day","description":"Relative to the annual observance of Massachusetts Women’s Defense Corps Remembrance Day","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-11-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4726/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4726","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":889914,"bill_number":"H4710","title":"Relative to the residential exemption","description":"Relative to residential real property exemptions. Revenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4717","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4710/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4710","sponsor":"Jay Kaufman"},
{"bill_id":889915,"bill_number":"H4678","title":"Relative to the taxation of cider","description":"Relative to the taxation of certain alcoholic beverages. Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-06-23","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-11-03","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4678/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4678","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
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{"bill_id":889917,"bill_number":"S2504","title":"Fine Time Massachusetts: Judges, Poor People, and Debtors’ Prison in the 21st Century","description":"Fine Time Massachusetts: Judges, Poor People, and Debtors’ Prison in the 21st Century","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Placed on file","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2504/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2504","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Post Audit and Oversight"},
{"bill_id":889918,"bill_number":"H4691","title":"To minimize foreclosures and their harm","description":"To minimize foreclosures and their harm","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4691/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4691","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":889919,"bill_number":"H4692","title":"The judiciary","description":"The judiciary","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4692/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4692","sponsor":"Joint Committee on the Judiciary"},
{"bill_id":889920,"bill_number":"H4688","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4688/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4688","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":889921,"bill_number":"S2261","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relativerelative to the financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2261/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2261","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":889922,"bill_number":"H4696","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to grant one additional license for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"That the city of Salem be authorized 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":"2016-10-11","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4718","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4696/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4696","sponsor":"Paul Tucker"},
{"bill_id":889923,"bill_number":"H4690","title":"Condominiums","description":"Condominiums","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4690/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4690","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Housing"},
{"bill_id":889924,"bill_number":"S2431","title":"Proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 6.00","description":"Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (under the provisions of Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws) submitting proposed amendments to regulations for 205 CMR 6.00: Pari-Mutuel Rules for Thoroughbred Racing, Harness Racing, and Greyhound Racing. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-07-15","last_action":"House concurred","last_action_date":"2016-07-18","committee":"Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2431/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2431","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889925,"bill_number":"S2497","title":"Relative to application deadlines for agricultural, horticultural, or recreational land","description":"Relative to application deadlines for agricultural, horticultural, or recreational land” (Senate, No. 2497).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-10-11","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2497/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2497","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889926,"bill_number":"S1922","title":"Net metering and solar generation report","description":"Report of the Net Metering Task Force (under the provisions of Section 7 of Chapter 251 of the Acts of 2014) submitting its review on the long-term viability of net metering and recommendations on incentives and programs to support the deployment of 1600 MW of solar generation facilities in the commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-11","last_action":"Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2015 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium","last_action_date":"2015-05-27","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S1922/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1922","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889927,"bill_number":"S2501","title":"Resolve establishing a special commission on vocational education transportation","description":"Relative to vocational education transportation for nonresident students (Senate, No. 2331),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “Resolve establishing a special commission on vocational education transportation” (Senate, No. 2501).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Read; and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently","last_action_date":"2016-10-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2501/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2501","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889928,"bill_number":"H4705","title":"Drinking Water","description":"Drinking Water","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-20","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-20","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4705/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4705","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture"},
{"bill_id":889929,"bill_number":"H4721","title":"Making changes to certain references in the banking laws of the Commonwealth","description":"Making changes to certain references in the banking laws of the Commonwealth","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4778","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4721/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4721","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889930,"bill_number":"H4725","title":"Establishing a commission to investigate the need and feasibility of a helipad in the South Boston section of the city of Boston","description":"Relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the need and feasibility of a helipad in the South Boston section of the city of Boston. Transportation.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Read second, amended (as recommended by the committee on House Ways and Means) and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4725/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4725","sponsor":"Nick Collins"},
{"bill_id":889931,"bill_number":"H4695","title":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities or projects","description":"Making appropriations for fiscal year 2016 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities or projects","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-10-11","last_action":"See H4664","last_action_date":"2016-10-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4695/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4695","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889932,"bill_number":"H4697","title":"Relative to the board of registrars of voters in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"Relative to the board of registrars of voters in the city known as the town of Greenfield. Election Laws. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-10-11","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill with the same title, H4783","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4697/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4697","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":889933,"bill_number":"S2496","title":"Relative to the town charter of Abington","description":"For legislation relative to the town charter of Abington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-11-21","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2496/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2496","sponsor":"John Keenan"},
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{"bill_id":889935,"bill_number":"S2498","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Karen Tavernier, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation","description":"SENATE, Monday, October 11, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a sick leave bank for Karen Tavernier, an employee of the Department of Transportation (Senate, No. 2492),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act establishing a sick leave bank for Karen Tavernier, an employee of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation” (Senate, No. 2498).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 316 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2498/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2498","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889936,"bill_number":"H4689","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4689/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4689","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":889937,"bill_number":"H4701","title":"Designating a certain intersection in the town of Pembroke as the James “Tiny” Brown Memorial Square","description":"For legislation to designate a certain intersection in the town of Pembroke as the James “Tiny” Brown memorial square. Transportation.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-23","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 342 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4701/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4701","sponsor":"Josh Cutler"},
{"bill_id":889938,"bill_number":"S3","title":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","description":"Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2016 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions and certain activities of the Commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund and serial bond requirements and for certain permanent improvements","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2015-05-12","last_action":"See H3401","last_action_date":"2015-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S3/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S3","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889939,"bill_number":"H4687","title":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"The financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4687/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4687","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Health Care Financing"},
{"bill_id":889940,"bill_number":"S2505","title":"Promoting zero emission vehicle adoption","description":"SENATE, Thursday, November 10, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill promoting electric vehicle adoption (Senate, No. 2266),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft entitled “An Act promoting zero emission vehicle adoption” (Senate, No. 2505).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 448 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2505/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2505","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889941,"bill_number":"H4679","title":"Mandated reporters","description":"Mandated reporters","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4679/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4679","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities"},
{"bill_id":889942,"bill_number":"H4704","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Mary Katherine Sheehan, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Mary Katherine Sheehan, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 317 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4704/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4704","sponsor":"James Cantwell"},
{"bill_id":889943,"bill_number":"H4734","title":"Relative to the New Bedford Police Association","description":"Relative to benefit payments by the New Bedford Police Association. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 451 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4734/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4734","sponsor":null},
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{"bill_id":889945,"bill_number":"S2243","title":"Matters pertaining to the financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to granting the committee Health Care Financing until June 22, 2016, within which time to make its final report on certain Senate and House documents pertaining to the financing and delivery of health care in the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-04-28","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2243/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2243","sponsor":"James Welch"},
{"bill_id":889946,"bill_number":"H4681","title":"Study Order","description":"Study Order","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4681/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4681","sponsor":"Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies"},
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{"bill_id":889948,"bill_number":"S2177","title":"Judicial Matters","description":"Relativerelative to judicial matters.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2177/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2177","sponsor":"William Brownsberger"},
{"bill_id":889949,"bill_number":"H4733","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon","description":"For legislation to authorize the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 391 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4733/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4733","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889950,"bill_number":"H4722","title":"Relative to implementing the Massachusetts yellow dot program","description":"Relative to implementing the Massachusetts yellow dot program","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-11-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4722/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4722","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":889951,"bill_number":"H4718","title":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the city of Salem to grant 1 additional license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 414 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4718/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4718","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":889952,"bill_number":"H4694","title":"Revenue","description":"Revenue","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-10-06","last_action":"Discharged to the committee on House Rules","last_action_date":"2016-10-06","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4694/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4694","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Revenue"},
{"bill_id":889953,"bill_number":"H4714","title":"Exempting the position of deputy superintendent of police in the city of Lowell from the civil service law","description":"That the city of Lowell be authorized to exempt the position of deputy superintendent of police from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 348 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4714/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4714","sponsor":"David Nangle"},
{"bill_id":889954,"bill_number":"H4729","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Theresa Casey, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Theresa Casey, an employee of the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 330 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4729/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4729","sponsor":"Tackey Chan"},
{"bill_id":889955,"bill_number":"H4715","title":"Providing the terms of certain bonds to be issued by the Commonwealth","description":"Relative to recommending terms for certain bonds.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 388 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4715/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4715","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":889956,"bill_number":"S2180","title":"Volunteer ambulance service","description":"Relativerelative to volunteer ambulance service","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2016-03-16","last_action":"Adopted, in concurrence","last_action_date":"2016-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2180/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2180","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":890031,"bill_number":"H4741","title":"Authorizing the Three Rivers Fire District to continue the employment of Michael Matthieu","description":"For legislation to authorize the Three Rivers Fire District to continue the employment of Michael Matthieu. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 423 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4741/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4741","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890036,"bill_number":"H4742","title":"Relative to train culverts in the town of Lynnfield","description":"Relative to train culverts in the town of Lynnfield. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Read, rules suspended, read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4742/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4742","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":890084,"bill_number":"H4740","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Robert Hackett, an employee of the Department of Revenue","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Robert E. Hackett, an employee of the Department of Revenue. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4740/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4740","sponsor":"Kate Campanale"},
{"bill_id":890294,"bill_number":"H4743","title":"Authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to supply water to the town of North Reading","description":"That the town of North Reading be authorized to receive water from the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 383 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4743/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4743","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890313,"bill_number":"H4744","title":"Relative to the membership of representative town meeting in the town of Framingham","description":"That the town of Framingham be authorized to reduce the number of town meeting members elected in each precinct from twelve to nine. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 429 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4744/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4744","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890360,"bill_number":"H4745","title":"Establishing a quorum for town meeting in the town of Framingham","description":"Relative to a town meeting quorum in the town of Framingham. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 430 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4745/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4745","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890369,"bill_number":"H4746","title":"Exempting certain positions in the city of Marlborough from the Civil Service Law","description":"That the city of Marlborough be authorized to exempt certain positions from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 380 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4746/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4746","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890374,"bill_number":"H4747","title":"Exempting all police officer positions within the police department of the town of North Reading from the civil service law","description":"That the town of North Reading be authorized to exempt the positions of police chief and police officer from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 412 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4747/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4747","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890772,"bill_number":"S2509","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lisa Eppy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lisa Eppy, an employee of the Department of Children and Families. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-10-27","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2509/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2509","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":890775,"bill_number":"H4749","title":"Exempting all police officers in the police department in the town of Wayland from the civil service law","description":"That the town of Wayland be authorized to exempt all police personnel from the civil service law. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 413 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4749/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4749","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890777,"bill_number":"H4750","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ruth Derfler, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ruth Derfler, an employee of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Public Service.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Pocket vetoed","last_action_date":"2017-01-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4750/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4750","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":890784,"bill_number":"S2510","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kristine Schneider, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kristine Schneider, an employee of the Department of Transitional Assistance. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2510/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2510","sponsor":"Jennifer Flanagan"},
{"bill_id":890787,"bill_number":"H4751","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Francisco Melendez, an employee of the Department of Youth Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Francisco Melendez, an employee of the Department of Youth Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4751/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4751","sponsor":"Angelo Scaccia"},
{"bill_id":890794,"bill_number":"H4748","title":"Authorizing the town of Leyden to continue employment of police chief Daniel J. Galvis","description":"That the town of Leyden be authorized to continue the employment of Daniel J. Galvis, chief of the police department of said town. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4748/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4748","sponsor":"Paul Mark"},
{"bill_id":891180,"bill_number":"S2513","title":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages at farmers’ markets","description":"Relative to the sale of alcoholic beverages at farmers’ markets” (Senate, No. 2513).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2513/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2513","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":891197,"bill_number":"S2511","title":"Creating a municipal services facility mitigation fund for the town of Andover","description":"For legislation to create a municipal services facility mitigation fund for the town of Andover. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 403 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2511/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2511","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":891216,"bill_number":"S2512","title":"Relative to eye care.","description":"Relativerelative to eye care”.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"See H4195","last_action_date":"2016-12-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2512/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2512","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":891233,"bill_number":"H4752","title":"Increasing the number of licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages in the city of Medford from twenty five to forty","description":"That the city of Medford be authorized to increase the number of licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises in the city of Medford from twenty five to forty. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4769","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4752/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4752","sponsor":"Paul Donato"},
{"bill_id":891248,"bill_number":"H4753","title":"Authorizing the town of Reading to grant licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"That the town of Reading be authorized to issue additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages and for the sale of wines and malt beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-08","last_action":"Accompanied a new draft, see H4770","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4753/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4753","sponsor":"Bradley Jones"},
{"bill_id":891252,"bill_number":"H4754","title":"Authorizing the city of Everett to establish a linkage fee revolving fund","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 3828). December 8, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-05","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 356 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4754/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4754","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":891265,"bill_number":"S2514","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lynn Frith, an employee of the Department of Mental Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lynn Frith, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-11-17","last_action":"Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2514/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2514","sponsor":"Marc Pacheco"},
{"bill_id":891284,"bill_number":"H4755","title":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts (see House, No. 2319, amended).","description":"Message from His Excellency the Governor returning with his objections thereto in writing the engrossed Bill protecting the rights of custodial and other non-teaching employees of school districts (see House, No. 2319, amended).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-12","last_action":"See H2319","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4755/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4755","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":891290,"bill_number":"H4756","title":"Validating the results of the annual town election held in the town of Becket on May 16, 2015","description":"Relative to validating the results of the annual town election held in the town of Becket on May 16, 2015.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 393 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4756/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4756","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":891540,"bill_number":"H4758","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Lucy A. Martinez, an employee of the Trial Court","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Lucy A. Martinez, an employee of the Trial Court. The Judiciary.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-04-06","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-12-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4758/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4758","sponsor":"Jose Tosado"},
{"bill_id":891565,"bill_number":"H4757","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to convert certain seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses and grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Authorizing the City of Salem to convert certain seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses and grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-12","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bill, H4776","last_action_date":"2016-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4757/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4757","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":891578,"bill_number":"H4761","title":"Establishing an appointed town clerk in the town of West Boylston","description":"That the town of West Boylston be authorized to appoint the town clerk of said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 386 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4761/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4761","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":891589,"bill_number":"H4759","title":"Creating a sick leave bank for Marie Visco","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Marie Visco, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-05","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4759/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4759","sponsor":"James Miceli"},
{"bill_id":891595,"bill_number":"H4760","title":"Relative to continuing education of insurance producers","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 821). December 12, 2016.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2016-12-12","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Rules","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4760/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4760","sponsor":"Theodore Speliotis"},
{"bill_id":891624,"bill_number":"H4762","title":"A 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 2.00, Energy Audit and Energy Conservation Improvement Program, 225 CMR 3.00, Alternative Energy Property Program, and 225 CMR 11.00, Regarding Oversight and Coordination of the Electric Ratepayer Funded Energy Efficiency Activities","description":"A 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 2.00, Energy Audit and Energy Conservation Improvement Program, 225 CMR 3.00, Alternative Energy Property Program, and 225 CMR 11.00, Regarding Oversight and Coordination of the Electric Ratepayer Funded Energy Efficiency Activities","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":"Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4762/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4762","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":892261,"bill_number":"H4763","title":"Providing for post-employment benefits for school bus drivers in the city of Pittsfield","description":"That the city of Pittsfield be authorized to provide post-employment benefits for school bus drivers in said city. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-06","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 368 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4763/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4763","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":892325,"bill_number":"H4764","title":"Authorizing the town of Nantucket to supply itself and its inhabitants with water","description":"Relative to the water supply in the town of Nantucket. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-11-14","last_action":"Senate concurred","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4764/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4764","sponsor":"Timothy Madden"},
{"bill_id":892414,"bill_number":"H4768","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Kirsten Parisi, an employee of the Commission for the Blind","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Kirsten Parisi, an employee of the Commission for the Blind. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 416 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4768/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4768","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":892418,"bill_number":"S2515","title":"Establishing a snowmobile educational safety program","description":"SENATE, Thursday, December 15, 2016 - The committee on Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill establishing a snowmobile educational safety program (Senate, No. 1955),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2515).","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means","last_action_date":"2016-12-19","committee":"Ways and Means","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2515/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2515","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":892423,"bill_number":"H4767","title":"Establishing regional commissions on the status of women and girls","description":"Establishing regional commissions on the status of women and girls","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Read third (title changed) and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4767/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4767","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":892430,"bill_number":"H4766","title":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","description":"Providing consumers with equal protection for all real estate appraisals","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2377","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4766/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4766","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":892435,"bill_number":"H4765","title":"Relative to self-storage insurance","description":"Relative to self-storage insurance","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-15","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2233","last_action_date":"2016-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4765/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4765","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":892602,"bill_number":"S2516","title":"Designating a certain boat launch area in the town of Pelham as the William E. Pula fishing area","description":"For legislation to designate a certain boat launch area in the town of Pelham as the William E. Pula fishing area. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Enacted","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2516/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2516","sponsor":"Anne Gobi"},
{"bill_id":893967,"bill_number":"H4770","title":"Authorizing the town of Reading to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","description":"Authorizing the town of Reading to grant additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 464 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4770/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4770","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":893978,"bill_number":"H4769","title":"Increasing the number of licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages in the city of Medford from twenty five to forty","description":"Increasing the number of licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages in the city of Medford from twenty five to forty","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Amended by substitution of a bil, H4786","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4769/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4769","sponsor":"Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure"},
{"bill_id":893994,"bill_number":"S2517","title":"Relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment","description":"Relative to risk management and own risk and solvency assessment (Senate, No. 2276),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2517).","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 402 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2517/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2517","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":894011,"bill_number":"H4774","title":"Authorizing the transfer of certain parcels of land in the city of Worcester to promote economic development","description":"Relative to authorizing the transfer of certain parcels of land in the city of Worcester to promote economic development. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-12-27","last_action":"Laid before the Governor","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4774/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4774","sponsor":"James O'Day"},
{"bill_id":894013,"bill_number":"H4776","title":"Authorizing the City of Salem to convert 1 seasonal license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises to an annual license for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises and to grant 2 additional licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill authorizing the City of Salem to convert certain seasonal liquor licenses to annual licenses and grant additional licenses for the sale of all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on the premises (House, No. 4757). December 22, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 415 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4776/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4776","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894017,"bill_number":"H4773","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Ronald Friel, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Ronald Friel, an employee of the Department of Disability Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 419 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4773/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4773","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894019,"bill_number":"S2518","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Paula Daggett, an employee of the Department of Correction","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Paula Daggett, an employee of the Department of Correction. Public Service.","status_desc":"Substituted","status_date":"2016-11-07","last_action":"New draft substituted, see S2530","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2518/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2518","sponsor":"Ryan Fattman"},
{"bill_id":894023,"bill_number":"H4771","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Leah Reed, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Leah Reed, an employee of the Department of Developmental Services. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 433 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4771/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4771","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894027,"bill_number":"H4772","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Deborah McNamara, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Deborah McNamara, an employee of the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 397 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4772/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4772","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894028,"bill_number":"S2519","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Shalonda Hall, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Shalonda Hall, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-13","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 446 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2519/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2519","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894033,"bill_number":"H4775","title":"Relative to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank Act","description":"Relative to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank Act","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 407 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4775/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4775","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":894279,"bill_number":"S2521","title":"Text of the Senate amendment (Senator Creem) to the House Bill relative to contracts for certain municipal officers (House, No. 1832).","description":"Relative to contracts for certain municipal officers (House, No. 1832).","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-27","last_action":"See H1832","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2521/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2521","sponsor":"Cynthia Creem"},
{"bill_id":894297,"bill_number":"S2520","title":"Relative to child passenger safety","description":"Relative to child passenger safety (Senate, No. 1848),-- reports that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2520).","status_desc":"Senate Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-27","last_action":"Ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2520/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2520","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":894301,"bill_number":"H4777","title":"Establishing a sick leave bank for Iqbal Shahzad, an employee of the Department of Public Health","description":"For legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Iqbal Shahzad, an employee of the Department of Public Health. Public Service.","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-22","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4777/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4777","sponsor":"Chris Walsh"},
{"bill_id":894370,"bill_number":"S2522","title":"Relative to the safety of newborns","description":"Relative to the safety of newborns (House, No. 114),-- reported, that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2522.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2522/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2522","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":894379,"bill_number":"S2524","title":"Baseline study and delay of regulatory deadlines","description":"Relative to the cultivation of marijuana and marihuana (House, No. 4326)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"See H4326","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2524/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2524","sponsor":"Jason Lewis"},
{"bill_id":894398,"bill_number":"H4778","title":"Relative to banking law","description":"Relative to banking law","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"Passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4778/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4778","sponsor":"Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":894405,"bill_number":"S2523","title":"Relative to the posting of a security for seized animals in cruelty cases","description":"Relative to the posting of a security for seized animals in cruelty cases (House, No. 1220),-- reported, that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day with an amendment striking out all after the enacting clause and inserting in place thereof the text of Senate document numbered 2523.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-28","last_action":"See H1220","last_action_date":"2016-12-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2523/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2523","sponsor":"Rules"},
{"bill_id":894616,"bill_number":"H4779","title":"To further define standards of employee safety","description":"To further define standards of employee safety","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-29","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2190","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4779/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4779","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":894619,"bill_number":"H4784","title":"Relative to referendum procedures in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4698). December 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 410 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4784/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4784","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894624,"bill_number":"H4780","title":"Relative to recycling","description":"Relative to recycling","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-29","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2389","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4780/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4780","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":894628,"bill_number":"S2526","title":"Authorizing the town of Westhampton to grant a license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises.","description":"Authorizing the town of Westhampton to grant a license for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 396 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2526/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2526","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":894633,"bill_number":"H4785","title":"Relative to initiative petitions in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4699). December 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 405 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4785/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4785","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894641,"bill_number":"S2527","title":"Security for Seized Animals Update","description":"Relative to the posting of a security for seized animals in cruelty cases (House, No. 1220)","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-29","last_action":"see H1220","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2527/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2527","sponsor":"Mark Montigny"},
{"bill_id":894645,"bill_number":"H4781","title":"Promoting zero emission vehicle adoption","description":"Promoting zero emission vehicle adoption","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2016-12-29","last_action":"Text of an amendment, see S2505","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4781/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4781","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":894650,"bill_number":"H4782","title":"Relative to education collaboratives","description":"Relative to education collaboratives","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2017-01-03","last_action":"Read third and passed to be engrossed","last_action_date":"2017-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4782/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4782","sponsor":"House Committee on Ways and Means"},
{"bill_id":894654,"bill_number":"S2525","title":"Further regulating the establishment of Peace Day and establishing February 20 as Frederick Douglass Day","description":"Further regulating the establishment of Peace Day and establishing February 20 as Frederick Douglass Day","status_desc":"House Floor Calendar","status_date":"2016-12-29","last_action":"Read second and ordered to a third reading","last_action_date":"2016-12-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/S2525/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S2525","sponsor":"Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading"},
{"bill_id":894659,"bill_number":"H4783","title":"Relative to the board of registrars of voters in the city known as the town of Greenfield","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a bill with the same title (House, No. 4697). December 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-11","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 408 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4783/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4783","sponsor":null},
{"bill_id":894667,"bill_number":"H4786","title":"Authorizing the city of Medford to grant 15 additional licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on the premises","description":"Substituted by the House, on motion of Mr. Speliotis of Danvers, for a Bill increasing the number of licenses for the sale of wines and malt beverages in the city of Medford from twenty five to forty (House, No. 4769). December 29, 2016.","status_desc":"Signed by Governor","status_date":"2017-01-12","last_action":"Signed by the Governor, Chapter 426 of the Acts of 2016","last_action_date":"2017-01-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/MA/bill/H4786/2015","state_link":"https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H4786","sponsor":null}
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